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Dog-Friendly Things to Do in Portsmouth
Bringing the dog to Portsmouth? Good call. These are the local attractions that welcome dogs, with distances so you can plan walkies-friendly days out from wherever you're staying.
Museums & Galleries
3 mi from Portsmouth
Fort Brockhurst
Fort Brockhurst is one of a number of Victorian forts built in the 1850s and 1860s to protect Portsmouth harbour from French invasion, and it survives largely unaltered. You can ex...
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10.5 mi from Portsmouth
The Wight Military and Heritage Museum
This museum in Newport and Carisbrooke on the Isle of Wight offers a hands-on military heritage experience, with guided tours from knowledgeable volunteers, an air rifle range, arm...
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15.4 mi from Portsmouth
Medieval Merchants House
Tucked away near Southampton's busy city centre is the Medieval Merchant's House, one of the oldest surviving merchant's houses in England. It was begun in about 1290 by John Forti...
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Theme Parks
10.2 mi from Portsmouth
Robin Hill
Robin Hill is a theme park set across 88 acres of parkland, woodland and countryside gardens at Havenstreet and Ashey on the Isle of Wight. You can take on the Botswana assault cou...
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Zoos & Wildlife
13.3 mi from Portsmouth
Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary
The Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary is a charity-run rescue home near Wroxall where you can meet over 100 donkeys, mules and Shetland ponies. There's no need to book — just turn up...
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Where to stay near Portsmouth
Places to stay within easy reach of these days out.
More around Portsmouth
Haunted Britain
Worth knowing before you go
Rules vary — some attractions ask for dogs on short leads, and a few restrict certain areas. A quick check of the attraction's own site before you set out saves surprises, and always pack water for warm days.
See the full things to do in Portsmouth guide for every attraction in the area. Save your favourites to a free trip planner to build the week day by day.
Frequently asked questions
Are dogs really allowed at these attractions?
Every attraction listed shows the Pet Friendly facility, based on the attraction's own information. Policies can change and some areas may be restricted — check with the attraction before travelling.
What else is there to do in Portsmouth?
Beyond this list, popular days out nearby include Motoring in Miniature - On Tour, Charles Dickens Birthplace Museum and City Museum — see the full things-to-do guide for everything within reach.
More ways to explore
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