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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.
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Travelusion Tours
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Memory lane
Charity_M, Jun 2025
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.
Response from Host, Jun 2025
We're so glad you enjoyed, come back any time
Informative guide who...
Paul_H, Jan 2025
Informative guide who presented the facts in an interesting way. Gave good advice on other things to do..
Response from Host, Jan 2025
Glad this was to your liking!
Totally recommended introduction to Portsmouth
Julie_D, Dec 2023
Our guide Lillian was full of useful information and obviously very knowledgeable on her history of Portsmouth and surrounding areas. It felt like having a walk around town with a local friend.
Response from Host, Dec 2023
It was lovely having you around Julie thank you
Itinerary
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.
7 minutesThe 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 minutesPortsmouth Naval Memorial
we will walk around the Portsmouth Naval memorial in relation to WW1 and WW"
5 minutesPortsmouth 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
5 minutesThe 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
6 minutesGunwharf 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.
7 minutesSpinnaker 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.
6 minutes
Experience
Inclusions
- Bottled water
Exclusions
- Coffee and/or Tea
Additional Information
- 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
Guide Languages
English
Spanish
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.