Portsmouth

Overview

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard is a maritime museum located in Portsmouth, England. It is home to historic ships including HMS Victory, HMS Warrior, and the National Museum of the Royal Navy.

The dockyard has been a significant naval base for over 500 years and is home to some of the most famous ships in British naval history.

Maritime Historical Naval

Location

Address

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

Neighborhood: Old Portsmouth

Coordinates

50.798100, -1.102600

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM

tuesday 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM

wednesday 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM

thursday 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM

friday 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM

saturday 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM

sunday 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Admission

Adults

£25

Children

£12

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

April-June and September-October

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

2 hours

Recommended

4-5 hours

Full Experience

full day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

mild

• Spring flowers
• Easter events

summer

warm

• Extended opening hours

autumn

cool

• Autumn colours
• Harvest events

winter

cold

• Christmas lights
• Holiday events

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Book ahead for popular tours
Bring ID for memberships
Check weather for outdoor exhibits

What to Bring

essential

ID Comfortable shoes Tickets

seasonal

Jacket Umbrella

not allowed

Large bags Drones

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: moderate

• Uneven surfaces
• Stairs

Medical facilities: first aid available

Payment Information

Accepted

Cash, Cards

Currency

GBP

Typical Costs

entry £25

parking £10

food £15

souvenirs £20

Dress Code

casual, comfortable shoes, walking shoes, Inappropriate clothing

Booking Tips

• 4 weeks
• official website
• 72 hours
• available

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard App

Size: 60 MB

Features: Map, Audio guide, Tickets, Events

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Visitor center, Cafe

Charging Stations: Rest areas

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Southampton Airport

Distance: 65 km

Travel Time: 1 hour 15 minutes

taxi

£100 1 hour 15 min

public_transport

£20 1 hour 45 min

From City Center

Distance: 1 km

walking

20 min

bus

£2.50 10 min

taxi

£10 5 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Rich naval history and heritage

Historical Significance: Important naval battles and events

Insider Tips

Free entry early morning for local residents
Best food at the historic dockyard cafe

Local Recommendations

• Try local fish and chips
• Ask for guide John

Language Help

Useful Phrases

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thank_you Thank you

where_is Where is

how_much How much

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ticket Ticket

Guide Languages: English, French, Spanish

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

HMS Victory

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Low angle

Result: Great shot

#travel #history #navy

Photography Rules

allowed areas outdoor areas, designated indoor areas

prohibited areas exhibitions with restrictions

flash photography not allowed in certain areas

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy prohibited

tripod policy restricted

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

Spinnaker Tower

Distance: 500m

Walking: 7 min

Type: Landmark

Blue Reef Aquarium

Distance: 800m

Walking: 10 min

Type: Aquarium

Southsea Castle

Distance: 1.5km

Walking: 20 min

Type: Historic Site

Reviews

4.7

Based on 12,000 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

"Book online"
"Visit early"
"Great views"

Contact Information

+44 23 9283 9766

info@historicdockyard.co.uk

www.historicdockyard.co.uk

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