There are so many fun, cool, quirky and unusual places to visit and see in Portsmouth from range from historic monuments to stunning viewpoints - as well as (or course) fabulous attractions.
These are just a few of our favourites:
1. Charles Dickens' statue
Dickens' links with our city are much celebrated at his birthplace museum but there is also a separate statue of him to be found in the Guildhall Square. Picture: Marcin Jedrysiak Photo: Marcin Jedrysiak
2. A tiny dinosaur
This tiny dinosaur plays homage to a much larger version which unfortunately burnt down on Southsea Common. Normally Luna Park can be found at the common but it has a temporary home in Gunwharf Quays which sea defence works are being carried out at the seafront. Photo: Aspex Portsmouth. | Aspex Portsmouth
3. The People's Memorial
This war memorial at Langstone Harbour - near Eastern Road - is a popular spot for quiet reflection and makes a great destination for a walk along the shoreline. It really is a hidden gem and you will be surprised how many city residents do not know if its existence! Photo: My Portsmouth My Drone/Kevin Fryer Photo: Kevin Fryer
4. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's plaque
It may not be blue, but Arthur Conan Doyle is celebrated with a brown plaque which can be found on the side of Bush House, Elm Grove, Southsea where first two Sherlock Holmes novels were written. He practiced as a doctor in the city at No. 1 Bush Villas which formerly stood on the site. Photo: Contributed