Buckland Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
Our pick of the best Buckland Hotel Deals
Moxy Southampton
Great location, friendly and clean. Skip the breakfast though - terrible and expensive!
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour
The location was convenient as there were restaurants and historical sites within easy walking distances. I felt safe in the area. Very convenient for cruiseship passengers. Our room a very tiny “portable fridge “ on floor (odd!) under the bench, good for a few waters but not good if you cant bend ...
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Harbour Hotel Southampton
The layout of our suite was weird. The frosted glass bathroom door covered two electrical outlets when open. Other than that we would stay again but would bring more UK power converters.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Leonardo Hotel Southampton
Comfy room. Bathroom decor was tired. Staff friendly.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Meon Valley Hotel, Golf & Country Club
Perfect for a one night stay on business and food was good
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
The Langstone Quays
We booked a 3 night stay in a Classic Double Harbour facing room. Having paid extra for the view, we were therefore more than a little disappointed when we discovered that our room overlooked a large car park. We could not even see a tiny amount of harbour or sea. When we queried this with the receptionist, ...
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
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 Sally Port or Square Tower.
Cosham
Cosham is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out PlayZone Portsmouth, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.
Buckland Travel Guide
- Southampton Cruise Terminal
- New Forest National Park
- Portsmouth International Port
- Goodwood Motor Circuit
- Goodwood Racecourse
- WestQuay Shopping Centre
- University of Southampton
- Marwell Zoo
- HMS Victory
- Mayflower Theatre
- University of Portsmouth
- St. Mary's Stadium
- Ocean Village Marina
- Isle of Wight Zoo
- Spinnaker Tower
