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Portsmouth Naval History Private Guided Walking Tour

3 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 3 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Portsmouth, England

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90 to 120 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

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.

What's Included

  • Bottled water if you get thirsty during your tour, please speak with your guide so we can accommodate you
  • Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
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Meeting Location

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The Hard Interchange
Portsmouth PO1 3PA, UK

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Gunwharf Quays
Portsmouth, UK

What To Expect

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.
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7 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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.
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7 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Portsmouth Naval Memorial

we will walk around the Portsmouth Naval memorial in relation to WW1 and WW"
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Portsmouth Cathedral

Entrance to the cathedral is free but admission depends on their service hours. We will learn about the impact of the war in Portsmouth and other incident that have assailed the city such at the sinking of the Mary Rose
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Round Tower

We will walk by the Round Tower and discover more about the role of Portsmouth as a Royal Navy town through history. We will also catch lovely views of the Solent
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6 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Gunwharf Quays

We will walk through Gunwharf, an area now dedicated to shopping and the hospitality industry. However this area also holds memorabilia of Portsmouth naval history, and we will be able to see these while enjoying the vibes of the area and the harbour.
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7 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Spinnaker Tower

We will stop by the Spinnaker Tower where the tour will end - or we can walk to the historic dockyard to see the exterior of the HMS Victory - up to the client.
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6 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Portsmouth Naval History Private Guided Walking Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Bottled waterif you get thirsty during your tour, please speak with your guide so we can accommodate you
  • Tea and coffeeCoffee and/or Tea

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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