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With its military connections and its position on the Solent, Gosport has plenty in it to see and do. Whether it’s a day at one of Gosport’s beaches or time spent at some of the fascinating museums, find out more about what you can experience in Gosport.
Royal Navy Submarine Museum
Discover the extraordinary life of a submariner first-hand at The Royal Navy Submarine Museum. Learn about covert missions, try your hand at keeping a submarine buoyant and explore the depths of Britain’s only surviving Second World War-era ocean-going submarine, HMS Alliance. This interactive museum is great for all ages.
Entry to the Royal Navy Submarine Museum forms part of a ticket with the Portsmouth Historic Dockyard.
Explosion! Museum of Navy Firepower
Also forming part of Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, Explosion offers an insight into weaponry and firearms. Set in a former gunpowder and munitions depot, the museum offers interactive and hands-on activities and exhibits.
Gosport Museum & Art Gallery
Gosport Museum shines a spotlight on the town’s rich heritage. With exhibition space dedicated to local art and history. Younger visitors will love the interactive Play Gallery and the landscaped courtyard is an ideal spot for enjoying refreshments from the onsite café.
Gosport beaches
Take a stroll along some of Gosport’s beaches. Stokes Bay is a popular, shingle beach which is popular with all ages. Or, head slightly further west to Lee-on-Solent, where you’ll find several cafes and restaurants for a spot of pre- or post-beach food.
The Gosport Ferry
For an alternative way of seeing Gosport and Portsmouth Harbour, catch the Gosport Ferry, a foot-passenger ferry, which takes you straight into the heart of Portsmouth. From here, you can easily walk to the Spinnaker Tower or the Portsmouth Historic Dockyard.
The Gosport Ferry also offers special cruises during the summer months. Keep an eye on their website for upcoming dates.
The Lightship at Haslar Marina
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For a spot of dining with a difference, why not book at table at The Lightship at Haslar Marina? The 1940s lightship has been transformed into a fine restaurant with a la carte dining and a top deck cocktail bar.
The Diving Museum
Although currently closed for refurbishment and due to open mid-2025, The Diving Museum is worth adding to your future Gosport itinerary. Find out more about mankind’s obsession with exploring the ocean depths, from ancient times through to modern day diving.
Solent Yacht Charter
Ever wanted to charter a boat? Pop along to Solent Yacht Charter in Gosport to find a range of boats available to hire. Alternatively, choose a skippered option and add on extras to make your day or longer trip even more special.
Hovercraft Museum
Step inside the world’s largest museum dedicated to hovercrafts! The Hovercraft Museum can be found just outside Gosport, in Lee-on-Solent. Look out for the hovercraft used in the James Bond thriller, Die Another Day on display as well as many other fine examples of hovercraft.
The 1642 Living History Museum
Step inside the pages of history on a trip to Little Woodham, the location of the 1642 Living History Museum. Volunteer-led, the museum opens up on selected dates but gives a great insight into the days gone by.
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Discover the extraordinary life of a submariner first-hand at The Royal Navy Submarine Museum on the Gosport side of Portsmouth Harbour. Explore the depths of Britain’s only surviving Second World War-era ocean-going submarine, HMS Alliance. See and feel how crew members packed into its small spaces and hear from ex-submariners about how they lived and protected the country in such challenging conditions.
Explosion Museum of Naval Firepower is a hands on, interactive Museum set in the historic setting of a former gunpowder and munitions depot at Priddy’s Hard, on the Gosport side of Portsmouth Harbour.
Gosport Gallery hosts a wide variety of exhibitions and events from shows by the finest local artists to exhibitions drawing on the rich museum collections held by Gosport and Hampshire councils.
A visit to Portsmouth is not complete without taking a leisurely sight-seeing cruise on board the Spirit of Portsmouth.
The Lightship at Haslar Marina is a unique destination, offering a drinks and dining experience aboard a lovingly restored 1940’s lightship. Formerly the Mary Mouse 2, she was a guiding light to ships travelling of the coast of Portsmouth; a true beacon of the Hampshire coastline. This magnificent vessel has now been reimagined for a modern-day audience, welcoming visitors from land and sea to soak up the vibrant atmosphere and enjoy unparalleled views of the Solent from her home in Haslar Marina.
From ancient times man has reaped the natural treasures of the oceans – pearls and coral have been collected since at least 5000BC. The 18th century saw an explosion of interest in recovering treasures from sunken vessels. The Diving Museum is run entirely by volunteers and members of the Historical Diving Society.
Where your adventure starts... the Solent is one of the world's best sailing destinations. So why not make the most of it and charter a yacht from Solent Yachting for a day, weekend or even a week. No experience required.
The Hovercraft Museum is the only one in the world dedicated to this unique concept. The collection consists of approximately 60 hovercraft, ranging in size from single-seat fun craft to giant SRN4 that used to operate across the English Channel.
Within the parish of Rowner, surrounded by woodland, lies the 17th century village of Little Woodham. A visit here will allow you to step inside the pages of history books; to open the doors of real homes and immerse yourself in everyday life in a small village.
