We all love a good pub and while supporting your local is important, sometimes its nice to have a change of scenery. The News has looked at some fantastic activities and places to visit locally. Whether looking for something to do on your own or a new place to socialise with friends and family, Portsmouth and the surrounding area will have an option for you.
Here are 16 options of things to do instead of going to the pub.
![Whether new to golf or an experienced player, the driving range is good place to get some practice in. The Portsmouth Golf Centre on Burrfields Road has Toptracer tracking installed meaning you can see exactly where your ball has gone as well as set up different games and challenges.](https://www.portsmouth.co.uk/webimg/b25lY21zOmIyMmFlYTg2LTY1ZTgtNDk0ZC04OWMzLWYwMjM4YjRiNDI0Nzo4ZWM4YjQzZi1iYzVmLTRlZGEtODliZC0wZWRjMTFkMmIxZTI=.jpg?crop=3:2&width=640)
17. Portsmouth Golf Centre
Whether new to golf or an experienced player, the driving range is good place to get some practice in. The Portsmouth Golf Centre on Burrfields Road has Toptracer tracking installed meaning you can see exactly where your ball has gone as well as set up different games and challenges. Photo: habibur Rahman