Buckland Travel Guide
Portsmouth
Popular places to visit
Charles Dickens Birthplace
Personal belongings, Regency design features and literary inspirations adorn the restored rooms of the house in which Dickens was born and raised.
Gunwharf Quays
Stretching along the sea is one of Portsmouth's coolest areas, with plenty of shops, cafés, bars and restaurants as well as a contemporary art gallery.
Portsmouth International Port
Embark on a trip to Europe or enter the lovely town of Portsmouth, England, through the comfort and ease of this modern port.
Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
Find heroic ships, triumphant naval vessels and World War I frigates at this dockyard, a tribute to the city’s maritime might.
HMS Victory
Lord Nelson's triumphant warship is one of the best-preserved vessels from the Napoleonic wars and one of Portsmouth's most impressive attractions.
University of Portsmouth
The harbors of Portsmouth helped the city establish its importance in the world. Now this university continues innovating to deliver a global influence.
Things to do
Isle of Wight: Osborne Admission Ticket
Portsmouth Naval History Private Guided Walking Tour
Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Portsmouth
Top hotels in Buckland
Leonardo Hotel Southampton
I loved my stay at Leonardo! Cosy room, beautifully decorated spaces, and a lovely staff. The location was perfect for me- a short cab or a meandering walk from the rail line, right across the street from stunning parks. My only complaint would be a few missed spills and stains in the room, but the ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
The Langstone Quays
I would describe the stay as travelodge level rooms- fairly basic. Probably a 2-3 star stat. Standard of cleanliness isn’t great- the room had a faint smell of damp or urines. The mugs in the room were also dirty The facilities were surprisingly impressive- a good sized pool and proper gym. We stayed ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Novotel Southampton
Needs updating. Air con needs fixing.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Moxy Southampton
Small basic rooms, clean, well maintained, comfortable beds, small bathroom. Good for one or two nights before a cruise.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour
Room was very spacious, it would have been nice to have an extra armchair. Bed was comfortable. Lots of good towels. Didn't like not having tv channels to watch, we couldn't stream from our phones.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Village Hotel Southampton Eastleigh
Decent size room, friendly staff, and very good location for getting to Southampton port, but there were a few issues. Room was clean for the most part but very dusty and a few mysterious stains on the headboard and chairs. Bed was pretty hard and uncomfortable. Room was very hot - they provide air ...
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Buckland
Portsmouth City Centre
Portsmouth City Centre is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Portsmouth Guildhall and New Theatre Royal while in the area.
Southsea
Southsea is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, lively bars and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Fratton Park or Kings Theatre while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Old Portsmouth
You'll enjoy the monuments and historical sites in Old Portsmouth. You might want to make time for a stop at Square Tower or Cathedral of St. Thomas.
Cosham
Cosham is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out PlayZone Portsmouth, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.
