Portsmouth Museum & Art Gallery
Visit Portsmouth Museum & Art Gallery to uncover the port city's heritage and investigate memorabilia related to local resident Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.
This museum houses a diverse collection of artefacts, artworks, and exhibits that showcase the city's maritime past, social history, and artistic endeavours. With galleries exploring local archaeological discoveries, leisure activities and even the football team's FA Cup win it is a great place to learn Portsmouth and the surrounding area.
The home of Holmes
If you're a fan of the detective novel, you'll enjoy exploring one of the world’s largest collections about Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, who lived in Portsmouth, and his famous detective, Sherlock Holmes.
No Place Like Pompey
Discover how ‘Pompey’ (the local name for the city of Portsmouth) has evolved over centuries through artefacts and interactive exhibits in this permanent display. Immerse yourself in the city's maritime heritage and discover how Portsmouth played a pivotal role in British history.
Football in the City
Football fans will appreciate the museum's dedicated galleries showcasing the history and achievements of Portsmouth FC.
Visitor information
Address
Museum Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 2LJ
02392 834779
Opening times
Tuesday to Sunday (plus Bank Holiday Mondays), 10am to 5pm. Last admission 4pm.
Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day.
Visitor information
The more you see, the more we do.
The National Art Pass lets you enjoy free entry to hundreds of museums, galleries and historic places across the UK, while raising money to support them.