Old Portsmouth
PortsmouthThe original harbour town, with medieval towers at the harbour mouth, a cathedral and the waterfront of Spice Island.
Get directionsOld streetsTime here: 1–2 h
On the map
Saint Nicholas Street, Portsmouth, PO1 2NY
Quick facts
Old Portsmouth is the original town, in the south-west of Portsea Island, and includes Portsmouth Point, nicknamed Spice Island.
The Round Tower, built in 1418 and completed in 1426, guards the entrance to Portsmouth Harbour.
The Square Tower was raised by Henry VII in 1494.
Address
Saint Nicholas Street, Portsmouth, PO1 2NY
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