Curious About Portsmouth

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Explore Portsmouth city centre with two self-guided heritage walks with a treasure hunt theme. Discover Portsmouth's "hidden treasures" whilst having a fun day out with family & friends!

Portsmouth is arguably Britain's most historic naval city, and is still a major base for the Royal Navy. It is also a thriving commercial ferry port for freight and passenger traffic, and home to the world's oldest dry dock still in use, with ships to be found there such as HMS Warrior, The Mary Rose and HMS Victory – constructed from around 6,000 trees. Soaring 170 metres above the harbour is Spinnaker Tower, which flexes 6 inches in high winds. Portsmouth is the UK’s only island city, located mainly on Portsea Island.

Curious About Portsmouth visits not just the obvious places, but some unusual ones too. Suitable for all ages, the walks take 1-2 hours each. Each walk booklet contains two walks, a brief history of Portsmouth, a detailed map with the walking routes marked, & a series of directions & clues. We also provide ideas for things to see & do on the way, pictures to identify & interesting snippets about the people & events that have made Portsmouth what it is today.

Buy from our website in printed booklet format, or instant download (to print at home or use on your mobile device(s)), then explore in your own time. Use code Visit20 at checkout for 20% off any two or more purchases.

Other local walks include: Curious About Southampton & Curious About Winchester.

Have fun & Be Curious!