Nature, Parks and Beaches in Portsmouth


Visit Portsmouth the UK's only island city, with miles of coastline and centuries of history. You can explore the world-class attractions at the Historic Dockyard, where you can see famous warships like HMS Victory and the Mary Rose. You can also enjoy the stunning views from the Spinnaker Tower, shop till you drop at Gunwharf Quays, or relax on the beach at Southsea. Portsmouth has something for everyone, so come and discover it for yourself!

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Attraction
Free

Baffins Pond Nature Reserve

Home to a host of wild fowl and ducks, as well as established reed beds. Also, there's a sand pit and play area, which includes accessible play equipment.

Attraction
Free

Farlington Marshes Wildlife Reserve

A 125-hectare nature reserve in Portsmouth with internationally important birdlife. Visit in spring or autumn for best birdwatching.

Attraction
Free

Seagrove Beach

Sits between Seaview beach and Priory Bay on the north east coast and boasts some of the largest and most imposing seaside properties on the Isle of Wight.

Shanklin Chine Historic Gorge
Attraction
Adults £9.50

Shanklin Chine Historic Gorge

The stunning tree lined gorge that is Shanklin Chine cuts its mark from Shanklin Old Village to the sandy beach and esplanade far below.

Attraction
Free

Kingley Vale National Reserve

Explore ancient yew forests at this nature reserve, home to some of Britain's oldest living trees and scenic walking trails.

Exbury Gardens and Steam Railway
Attraction
Adults from £10.35

Exbury Gardens and Steam Railway

The Gardens are a spectacular 200 acre site, world-famous for the Rothschild Collection of rhododendrons, azaleas, camellias, rare trees and shrubs.

Attraction
Adults £10.50

Ventnor Botanic Garden

A warm welcome always awaits you at the Ventnor Botanic Garden.

Palmerston Park
Attraction
Free

Palmerston Park

Beautiful densly planted park in Southampton.

West Dean Gardens
Attraction
From £7.50

West Dean Gardens

Nestled at the foot of the South Downs, West Dean Gardens in West Sussex is one of the greatest restored gardens open to the public today.

Attraction
Free

The Common

The area supports a large variety of wildlife, It is designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest.

Attraction
Free

South Downs National Park

A landscape rich in folklore and legend that has inspired generations of writers, artists and storytellers who have witnessed the beauty of this area.