- Our list of the best things to do in Portsmouth, Virginia, features the top 172 nearby activities — including 78 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Portsmouth, VA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Sights & Landmarks, Museums & Galleries, and Entertainment & Shows.
- The results below include the top 19 things to do within the city of Portsmouth, VA , followed by 153 popular activities in nearby cities, including Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Hampton, Newport News, Suffolk, Smithfield, Yorktown, Cape Charles and Williamsburg
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Riverpark Drive at Mercury Blvd, Newport News, VA 23607
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Huntington Park Beach sits alongside the James River with a small beach, lifeguards, bathroom facilities and a public boat launch that is open all year. A large, updated playground called Fort Fun is also available for younger children.
15.2 Miles
Open to the public, Huntington Beach is lifeguard monitored beach, providing visitors with a safe environment to go swimming in. The beach also has sand volleyball courts available on a first come, first serve basis.
15.3 Miles
American military history takes centerstage at the Virginia War Museum. Collections at the museum include weapons, uniforms, personal artifacts, war posters, and more to follow the development of the United States military.
15.3 Miles
Featuring a nine-lane bowling alley, CineBistro and Score at Peninsula Town Center is an eight-screen movie theater featuring first-run films. The facility offers a bar and lounge, high-back rocking chairs, 3D movies, reserved seating and digital presentation.
15.3 Miles
Cinema Cafe Hampton is a movie theater and restaurant that serves foods including homemade pizza, chicken sandwiches, appetizers, and alcoholic beverages. The cinema features DTS digital sound and high-back rocking chairs.
15.3 Miles
Lone Star Lakes Park has over 11 lakes for visitors to enjoy. Facilities at the park include horse riding trails, an archery range, a playground, fishing areas, and picnic tables.
15.4 Miles
Huntington Park is home to a beach, small pond, tennis court, and other parks. Fort Fun is the most popular attraction with a picnic area, bbqs for grilling, and an extensive playground.
15.9 Miles
Located on 23 acres, the Hunt Club Farm offers agricultural-based education programs and entertainment. The petting farm also allows visitors to get close and personal with popular farm animals such as goats, ponies, and chickens.
16.4 Miles
Offering a variety of entertainment, Peninsula Family Skating Center has activities for all ages. Along with skating, the facility offers skating lessons as well as Zumba exercise classes. Private parties are also welcome here.
16.4 Miles
Gosnold's Hope Park is a 16-site campground that features picnic areas, a playground, a public boat ramp, and restrooms. The park also has a walking track that can also be used for biking and running.