Landport

Landport is a central neighborhood in Portsmouth with a diverse mix of retail, public buildings, and transportation hubs. The area encompasses Commercial Road with its shops, the Guildhall, the Civic Centre, and Portsmouth and Southsea Station.

The neighborhood took its name from Landport Gate in 1727, a key entrance to the city. Before that, it was known as Halfway Houses, named after an inn situated on the London road.

The Charles Dickens Birthplace Museum stands at Old Commercial Road, marking where the famous novelist was born in 1812. This connection to literary heritage draws visitors interested in classic English literature and the author's early life.

This area is easy to navigate on foot, with clear streets and good signposting throughout. The proximity to the railway station makes it straightforward to explore the neighborhood or travel onward.

The neighborhood integrates educational facilities like sections of the University of Portsmouth campus and Highbury College. This mix of academic functions and urban shopping spaces creates a dynamic area that draws both students and visitors.