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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Portsmouth

4 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Portsmouth, England

Updated June 16, 2020

Unusual Attractions in Portsmouth

Portsmouth, England

Mary Rose

Hauled from the water's depths, Henry VIII's flagship is preserved in this capsule-shaped museum.

Portsmouth, England

Spinnaker Tower

This striking observation tower shaped like a spinnaker sail is the newest icon in historic Portsmouth.

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Lumps Fort aka Southsea Rose Garden

A picturesque garden with a surprising past.

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Hatch the Mary Rose Dog

Discovered on a shipwreck after more than 400 years, this Renaissance ratter tells a very waggly tale.

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HMS Alliance Submarine Museum

This colossal war machine is now a living museum dedicated to underwater warfare.

2 miles from Portsmouth

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Mulberry Harbour Wreck

This concrete monster of a wreck lies in the mouth of Langstone Harbour as a monument to the incredible history of D-Day.

3 miles from Portsmouth

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Hovercraft Museum

A museum in south England celebrates the amphibious vehicles that cruise on a cushion of air.

5 miles from Portsmouth

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