Buckland Travel Guide
Portsmouth



Popular places to visit

Charles Dickens Birthplace
Personal belongings, Regency design features and literary inspirations adorn the restored rooms of the house in which Dickens was born and raised.

Gunwharf Quays
Stretching along the sea is one of Portsmouth's coolest areas, with plenty of shops, cafés, bars and restaurants as well as a contemporary art gallery.

Portsmouth International Port
Embark on a trip to Europe or enter the lovely town of Portsmouth, England, through the comfort and ease of this modern port.

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
Find heroic ships, triumphant naval vessels and World War I frigates at this dockyard, a tribute to the city’s maritime might.

HMS Victory
Lord Nelson's triumphant warship is one of the best-preserved vessels from the Napoleonic wars and one of Portsmouth's most impressive attractions.

Portsmouth Guildhall
Sing along to some of the world’s biggest names in music, laugh until you cry and join the celebrations in this central entertainment venue.
Things to do

Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Portsmouth
Top hotels in Buckland

The Langstone Quays
Great stay, staff all friendly and helpful. Towel rail in bathroom no heat. Stair carpet up to bedroom needs replacing, threadbare. Would use hotel again.
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025

Leonardo Hotel Southampton
Room clean and tidy. Food and drink discounted. Service was very friendly and we will use the hotel again
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025

Holiday Inn Portsmouth by IHG
The staff wre available and friendly ... unlike a lot of chain hotels these days where everything is run by apps and one can't get a human to speak to if something's not right with your room or you want to order a meal or just to order
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025

Moxy Southampton
I had the fish cakes for supper, they were delicious.
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025

Meon Valley Hotel, Golf & Country Club
Great location
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025

Harbour Hotel Southampton
High quality rooms
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Buckland

Portsmouth City Centre
Portsmouth City Centre is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Portsmouth Guildhall and New Theatre Royal while in the area.

Southsea
Southsea is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, lively bars and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Fratton Park or Kings Theatre while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Old Portsmouth
You'll enjoy the monuments and historical sites in Old Portsmouth. You might want to make time for a stop at Square Tower or Sally Port.

Cosham
Cosham is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out PlayZone Portsmouth, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.
