Portsmouth: Portsmouth of the Past Walking Tour

Uncover the captivating history of Portsmouth on this 1.5-hour walking tour. Led by an experienced local guide, you’ll explore the city’s rich past, from quirky tales to bizarre facts. Ideal for all ages, the tour includes engaging activities for children and memorable photo opportunities. Proceeds even support a worthy cause, making this an inclusive and community-driven experience. What secrets of Portsmouth’s storied past await your discovery?

Key Points

• Explore 2,000 years of Portsmouth’s history through a 1.5-hour guided walking tour focusing on quirky and bizarre facts about the city.
• Enjoy fantastic photo opportunities at historical sites and engage children with activity books and pencils provided.
• Gain unique insights into Portsmouth’s rich and fascinating past, including tales of heroes, villains, and victims.
• Discover local oddities, such as a mummified cat and "Scratching Fanny" ghost, as well as eccentric stories like "Mad Jack" Fuller’s granite obelisk.
• Support Cancer Research UK, a leading charity, as the tour funds raised go towards combating diseases and promoting inclusivity.

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Tour Overview

The activity offered is a "Portsmouth of the Past Walking Tour" that lasts 1.5 hours and costs from $12.95 per person.

A 1.5-hour "Portsmouth of the Past Walking Tour" for $12.95 per person.

It’s an English-language tour accessible to wheelchair users and dog-friendly.

There’s free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund, and customers can reserve now and pay later.

The tour explores 2,000 years of Portsmouth’s history, focusing on quirky and bizarre facts.

It provides fantastic photo opportunities and activity books with pencils for children.

The experienced guide has over 40 years of local knowledge, and entry to Portsmouth Historic Dockyard and Spinnaker Tower is included.

Highlights of the Tour

Visitors can explore 2,000 years of Portsmouth’s captivating history, uncovering stories of heroes, villains, and victims.

The tour focuses on quirky and bizarre facts about the city, offering fantastic photo opportunities throughout. Highlights include visiting key historical sites from Roman times at Portus Adurni to modern-day naval attractions.

Kids will enjoy the activity book and pencils provided. The knowledgeable guide, with over 40 years of local expertise, will bring the city’s past to life.

Entrance to the Portsmouth Historic Dockyard and Spinnaker Tower are included, making this a comprehensive and immersive experience.

Exploring Portsmouth’s Storied Past

Portsmouth’s storied past comes alive as the walking tour takes visitors on a captivating journey through the city’s 2,000-year history.

From the Roman Portus Adurni to modern naval attractions, the tour highlights key historical sites and shares quirky, bizarre facts about the city. Guests explore tales of heroes, villains, and victims, with fantastic photo opportunities along the way.

An activity book and pencils are provided for children, making the tour engaging for all ages. Guided by a local with over 40 years of knowledge, the tour offers a unique glimpse into Portsmouth’s rich and fascinating past.

Historical Sites and Attractions

As visitors embark on the walking tour, they’ll discover a wealth of historical sites and attractions that showcase Portsmouth’s rich past.

From the Roman remains at Portus Adurni to the modern-day naval attractions, the tour takes guests on a journey through 2,000 years of history.

Along the way, the guide shares quirky and bizarre facts, ensuring an engaging and informative experience.

Participants can capture fantastic photo opportunities at the various locations and receive an activity book and pencils to enhance the tour for children.

The tour’s highlights provide a well-rounded understanding of Portsmouth’s storied past.

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Quirky and Bizarre Facts

Alongside the historical sites and attractions, the Portsmouth Walking Tour also shines a light on the city’s quirky and bizarre facts.

The guide delights guests with tales of local oddities, from the mummified cat found in a chimney to the legend of a ghost named "Scratching Fanny" haunting the historic Spinnaker Tower.

Guests learn about the eccentric "Mad Jack" Fuller, who built a 120-foot-tall granite obelisk simply because he could.

The tour celebrates the city’s unique heritage, providing a glimpse into Portsmouth’s colorful past and the characters that shaped its story.

Capturing Memorable Moments

While exploring Portsmouth’s rich history, the walking tour offers fantastic photo opportunities for guests to capture memorable moments.

The tour highlights several picturesque locations, allowing visitors to immortalize their experience. Some of the key photo-worthy spots include:

The tour highlights several picturesque locations, allowing visitors to immortalize their experience through photo-worthy spots.

1. The Mudlarks Statue, serving as the meeting point and a unique backdrop for group photos.

2. The historic Portsmouth Dockyard, with its impressive naval vessels and architectural wonders.

3. The Spinnaker Tower, providing breathtaking views of the city and the surrounding coastline.

With these visual gems, the Portsmouth walking tour ensures guests leave with lasting memories of their journey through the city’s captivating past.

Knowledgeable and Engaging Guide

With over 40 years of local knowledge, the guide leading the Portsmouth walking tour is well-equipped to provide visitors with an engaging and informative experience.

Known for their friendliness and expertise, the guide shares a mix of humorous and serious stories that bring the city’s 2000-year history to life.

From quirky facts to key historical sites, the guided tour offers a comprehensive and memorable overview of Portsmouth’s past.

Equipped with an activity book and pencils, the tour caters to all ages, ensuring a captivating and interactive learning experience for everyone.

Giving Back to the Community

The Portsmouth walking tour not only provides an enriching historical experience for participants, but also gives back to the community in a meaningful way.

The tour operator donates all funds raised and gratuities to support Cancer Research UK, a leading charity in the fight against diseases. Last year alone, the tour raised over £1200 to combat these devastating illnesses.

Plus, the tour is wheelchair accessible and dog friendly, ensuring inclusivity for all.

On top of that, complimentary activity books and pencils are provided for children, making the experience educational and enjoyable for the whole family.

The Sum Up

The Portsmouth of the Past Walking Tour offers a captivating 1.5-hour journey through the city’s rich history. Guided by an experienced local, you will uncover quirky tales and bizarre facts while exploring historical sites. With activity books for children and photo opportunities, the tour caters to all ages. On top of that, proceeds support Cancer Research UK, making it a community-focused and inclusive experience.

You can check availability for your dates here: