Buckland Travel Guide
Portsmouth
Visit Buckland
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 Historic Dockyard
Find heroic ships, triumphant naval vessels and World War I frigates at this dockyard, a tribute to the city’s maritime might.
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.
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
Isle of Wight: Osborne Admission Ticket
From Portsmouth: Isle of Wight Day Tour by Bus and Ferry
Top hotels in Buckland
Leonardo Hotel Southampton
"Very nice hotel i would stay there again"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Moxy Southampton
"Staff was friendly. Food was good. Nice breakfast buffet"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour
"This was booked for a night before the Take That concert. Although it was booked a very long time ago it was very expensive, £367. We expected a high standard hotel. The bedroom was large but on the shabby side as was the bathroom. The table was marked as was the dressing table. There was a well ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Novotel Southampton
"no air conditioning. Keep this in mind."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Village Hotel Southampton Eastleigh
"Overall really nice but a few bits with the room: No toilet scrubber Ladies hairs on the bed and sink"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
The Langstone Quays
"First look it’s clean , but our room on the bed base was stained on the side . All garden furniture needed wiping down , garden maintenance needed more work . On the whole ok but definitely needs some TLC . Some furniture in restaurant very shabby also ashtray outside was overflowing and wasn’t emptied ..."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Buckland
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.
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.
Cosham
Cosham is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out PlayZone Portsmouth, a top attraction in 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 Cathedral of St. Thomas.
