Private Tour
Available languages
Mobile ticket
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.
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
if you get thirsty during your tour, please speak with your guide so we can accommodate you
Coffee and/or Tea
Southsea Castle
We will meet by the exterior of Southsea Castle - we will not go inside this attraction. Here we learn about the origin of the fortifications of Portsmouth.
The D-Day Story
We will stop outside D Day Story - we will not go inside - however we will be able to see all the commemorations in relation to D Day and see the last remaining D Day landing craft.
7 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
nochs,
Oct 10, 2025
- Viator
Excellent walking tour. We had a lovely guide who was provided so much interesting g information. She was open to questions and provided so many details about Portsmouth. Highly recommend this tome.
Ann L,
Oct 8, 2025
- Viator
Great experience with a very knowledgeable informed guide who had lots of interesting stories which brought things to life.
Jarrett E,
Sep 13, 2025
- Viator
Everything about thosctour was excellent! Michelle was so informative & personable. We enjoyed the history & being able to ask a local about current day as well. We would take this tour again w/o hesitation.
Kathleen G,
Sep 11, 2025
- Viator
Michelle was an excellent tour guide. She was very knowledgeable and I could tell she enjoys giving tours and sharing her live of history about Portsmouth.
Charity M,
Jun 12, 2025
- Viator
Portsmouth has rich history and it was great visiting some of the historic places. I was amazed to see very old houses built in 1720.
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