SOUTHSEA SEAFRONT Four miles long, the Promenade offers the visitor many choices. Whether to visit all the attractions, sit watching the large array of ships that pass by out to sea or just walk along, observing the beautiful flower gardens, boating lake and the wide area of Common, a wonderful stretch of green park land, which separates the city from the sea.

ROYAL MARINES MUSEUM At the East end of the Promenade stands the grand building which houses the Museum. Inside exhibitions tell the story of the Royal Marines from 1664 to the present day, including their part in Falklands War. Visit the Royal Marines Website

SOUTHSEA CASTLE This castle, open to the public, was built by Henry V111 as part of his sea defences. It was from this fascinating place that the King was supposed to have watched the sinking of his beloved ship the Mary Rose. Visit more on Southsea Castle

D-DAY MUSEUM The museum houses the Overlord Embroidery which tells the story of the D-Day Landings. It has excellent displays depicting life in wartime Britain and military vehicles of those times. Visit the D-Day Museum Website

BLUE REEF CENTRE Huge aquarium dedicated to preserving marine life. Wonderful displays of the ocean life, touch pools where some of the fish can be handled. Brilliant web site for children. Visit The Blue Reef Centre Website