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Indoor Things to Do in Portsmouth
British weather doesn't do refunds — but a rainy day in Portsmouth doesn't have to be a write-off. These attractions have indoor or all-weather areas, so the day stays fun whatever the sky does.
Museums & Galleries
8.5 mi from Portsmouth
Isle of Wight Steam Railway
The Isle of Wight Steam Railway is a heritage railway attraction where you can ride preserved Victorian and Edwardian carriages pulled by majestic steam engines on a ten-mile round...
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12.5 mi from Portsmouth
Fishbourne Roman Palace
Fishbourne Roman Palace is the largest known Roman residential palace north of the Alps, home to the largest collection of in-situ mosaics in the UK and recreated Roman gardens sai...
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Theme Parks
1.1 mi from Portsmouth
Clarence Pier
Clarence Pier is Southsea's well-known seaside amusement park on the Portsmouth seafront, offering fairground rides, arcades, indoor crazy golf and a Wimpy restaurant. The fairgrou...
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22.6 mi from Portsmouth
Paultons Park
Paultons Park is a large family theme park set within 140 acres of parkland on the edge of the New Forest National Park in Hampshire. There's plenty to do, from rollercoasters and...
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23.9 mi from Portsmouth
Harbour Park
Harbour Park is a children's beach adventure attraction in Littlehampton, offering over 15 attractions including outdoor rides, interactive arcades, a pirate-themed escape room and...
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Where to stay near Portsmouth
Places to stay within easy reach of these days out.
More around Portsmouth
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Worth knowing before you go
Rainy days are the busiest days at indoor attractions during school holidays — arriving at opening time beats the queues, and booking ahead is worth it for the big names.
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 these attractions fully indoors?
Each one offers indoor or under-cover areas — some are fully indoors, others are mixed sites with enough shelter for a wet day. Attraction pages carry the detail.
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
Not booked yet? See the best places to stay in Portsmouth.