Portsmouth Guildhall

Portsmouth

Type:Music Hall

Guildhall Square, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 2AB

Tel: 023 9387 0200

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Portsmouth Guildhall

About

Portsmouth Guildhall is one of the leading entertainment venues on the south coast. 

Host to a world-class programme of music, comedy, dance, drama and family shows and an exciting range of events including Portsmouth Comic Con and Summer Concerts in the Square.

Artists who have performed at the iconic venue in recent times include Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds, Jamie T, Micky Flanagan, Greg Davies, Paul Weller, Wet Leg, Scouting for Girls, The Prat Pack, Alison Moyet, Katherine Ryan and many, many more!

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Guide Prices

Ticket prices vary per show/event - please see website

Facilities

Accessibility

  • Accessible Lift - Our Main Auditorium has a wheelchair platform located at the back of the Upper Stalls Area. This is accessed via a wheelchair lift in the corridor, Please see website or contact for all details regarding lifts.
  • All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors
  • Facilities for Hearing Impaired Visitors - Hearing Induction Loop in Auditorium and Box Office
  • Facility for service dogs - Guide dogs and assistance animals are all welcome in our building. If you require an assistance dog whilst attending a show, please make us aware and ensure suitable seating is booked with Box Office.
  • Guide Dogs Permitted - Guide dogs and assistance animals are all welcome in our building. If you require an assistance dog whilst attending a show, please make us aware and ensure suitable seating is booked with Box Office.
  • Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors - There is no accessible parking available directly at the Guildhall. Blue Badge holders are exempt from pay and display charges in Portsmouth City Council owned car parks – just display your badge. This is not the case with NCP owned car parks or the Isambard Brunel Multi Storey car park.
  • Ramp/Level Access - There is gentle ramp access from outside into our main foyers for wheelchair users and those with limited mobility. From here the Stalls (main auditorium), the Lens Studio and the Square Kitchen Café all have step-free access. All other levels are accessible by lift.
  • Wheelchair user accessible

Catering

  • On-Site cafe/restaurant - Open for shows/events only

Establishment Features

  • Conference facilities
  • Event Venue
  • Licensed for weddings & ceremonies
  • Open Christmas - Depends on show programme
  • Open New Year - Depends on show programme
  • Toilets

Parking & Transport

  • Parking (charge) - Discounted parking available at nearby Isambard Brunel Multi Storey Car Park - exit ticket purchase required.

Payment Methods

  • Approx length of visit - Varies per show or event
  • Booking essential - Most shows/events require a ticket purchase
  • MasterCard accepted
  • Open by appointment only - Portsmouth Music Experience Exhibition is open Mon – Fri, 10am – 4pm, subject to availability. Free, no ticket required. Pls check availability before travel to venue.
  • Special group rates - For some shows
  • Visa accepted

Provider Preferences

  • In town/city centre
  • Indoor Attraction
  • No Smoking Attraction

Specialist Features

  • Family Fun

Tours and Demonstrations

  • Guided Tours Available for Individuals

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Map & Directions

Road Directions

There is easy access into Portsmouth on the M275 from Junction 12 of the M27, with links to the M3 and A3 connecting the city with Southampton, Chichester, London and beyond.

Post code for Sat Nav: PO1 2AB

Public Transport Directions

Portsmouth Guildhall is centrally located with excellent public transport links. 

Portsmouth & Southsea Train Station is just a short walk across Guildhall Square with frequent services operating to London Waterloo, Southampton and Brighton. 

Local and regional bus services stop at Commercial Road City Centre which is a 5 minute walk from Portsmouth Guildhall. National coach services stop at The Hard Interchange, a 15 minute walk or short taxi ride away.

There are Ferry services to Gosport and Isle of Wight, and Portsmouth International Port offers services to France, Spain and Channel Islands.   

Awards

  • Tourism South East Award -Beautiful South Awards Winners 2023/24 - Bronze Beautiful South Awards Winners 2023/24 - Bronze 2023
  • Tourism South East Award -Tourism South East Member 26/27 - Bronze Tourism South East Member 26/27 - Bronze 2026

Opening Times

2026 (1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026)

* Box Office open Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm.
Opening times for shows/events vary.

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