Best Walking Tours in Portsmouth

Discover the beauty of Portsmouth on foot with our curated walking tours. Whether you're visiting for the first time or looking to uncover hidden gems, exploring Portsmouth by walking lets you experience its culture, history, and landmarks up close.

Top Walking Tours in Portsmouth

Guided Walking Tour of Portsmouth in Portsmouth

Portsmouth , South East England

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (136 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 13.76

 

Please note the tour does not enter the Historic Dockyard or go on board its ships. Old Portsmouth represents over 800 years of history, playing a central part in Britain's role in world events. The tour focuses on the stories of its people, their lives loves and losses, not dreary dates or boring buildings. Your guide has extensive knowledge and can focus on your specific area of interest, whether they be World War 2, industrial archeology, or Portsmouth's people, for example. It is suitable for all ages, with stories made relevant for children and teenagers. All content is age-appropriate. Fun facts make it memorable for children of all ages. The tour can be accessed by people in wheelchairs or mobility scooters. We are dog friendly.

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Old Portsmouth Historical Walking Tour - an infernal den of Diabolical Demons in Portsmouth

Portsmouth , South East England

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (48 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 17.20

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

An infernal den of Diabolical Demons is a historical walking tour like no other - whether you are a first time visitor or lived here all your life you are bound to be amazed with over 900 years of history, humour and horror it is time to be inspired. Portsmouth, Southsea and Old Portsmouth are brought spectacularly to life by a born and bred Portmuthian with a passion for the city's history. The tour will reveal mysteries from its dark but also dazzling streets, bringing to life the characters and their capers: What distractions were the Portsmouth Poll women to Pirates, Paupers and Princes? Who was Jack Nastyface? Discover the truth about Nelson. Why was Old Portsmouth SO diabolical? How does coffee, espionage and the stories of rogues entwine in this fascinating den of demons? Find out what the Blue plaques and History books won’t tell you!

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Chawton and Jane Austen Tour in Portsmouth

Portsmouth , South East England

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (9 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 35.77

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

The only tour of Chawton guided by an Italian lady who lives in the village. During this one-and-a-half-hour walking tour, you will have the opportunity not only to discover the village that Jane Austen knew and loved and its connection to her life, but also to get a glimpse into what life is like today in an authentic English village based the guide's personal experience as a Chawton resident. This is a perfect day trip from London to a quintessentially English countryside village that offers a perfect blend of history, culture and lifestyle.

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Portsmouth Naval History Private Guided Walking Tour  in Portsmouth

Portsmouth , South East England

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (3 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 35.77

 

You will be walking with Dr Lillian Cespedes Gonzalez, a PhD historian who has been living and studying in the south of England for 13 years. (Please note our team has grown in the last 4 years and although Lillian delivers the majority of our tours, there are other guides now all trained by her who are either historians/educators). During this walk you will learn the history of Portsmouth as a naval city and the impact the development of the Royal Navy had on this town. We will talk about main events in British history such as the First and Second World War, the Peninsula War, the development of naval warfare and the impact it has had in human life. But also, we will get to experience a beautiful and charming seaside city with lovely views and a character of its own.

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Guided vs. Self-Guided Walking Tours

A guided walking tour offers expert insights, historical context, and often includes skip-the-line access to major landmarks. If you prefer flexibility, a self-guided route lets you explore Portsmouth at your own pace using maps and mobile apps. Combining both options is ideal for a complete experience.

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