Portsmouth Car Parks

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All Saints Car Park, Church St, Portsmouth, PO1 4NB

All Saints Car Park is located in Church Street in the heart of Portsmouth City Centre, it is within walking distance to the shopping areas of Commercial Road and the Cascades Shopping Centre.

This is the closest car park to the Charles Dickens Birthplace Museum at 393 Old Commercial Road. You can walk to the museum from here crossing the busy Church Road with care at the pedestrian crossing. Charles Dickens was born here on the 7th February 1812.

• Parking spaces: 42
• RingGo code 1370
• Mer EV Charging Station

Ashby Place Car Park, Southsea, PO5 3NA

Ashby Place Car Park in Southsea, is right in the heart of the Southsea's Palmerston Road shopping area, this small car park is tucked just round the corner from Buckwells butchers shop on Osborne Road.

From here you can explore the shops restaurants and cafes in Palmerston Road, Osborne Road and Marmion Road. When you have finished shopping, a short walk south from here brings you onto Southsea Common and Southsea Seafront with its many attractions and sea views.

• Parking spaces: 63
• RingGo code 1371

Bransbury Park Car Park, PO4 9FZ

Bransbury Park Car Park, located in Southsea, offers free parking to visitors. The car park is situated within Bransbury Park, a 17-acre green space featuring sports facilities, playgrounds, and open areas for leisure activities. The car park is a short walk, approximately 10 mins, to the beach at Eastney.

There are plans for a new leisure centre and GP surgery at Bransbury Park, which may lead to changes in the park's layout and potentially affect parking availability in the future.

Broad Street Car Park, Old Portsmouth, PO1 2JD

Broad Street Car Park, Portsmouth. The entrance to the car park is located on East Street as you follow the short section of one way traffic direction. This car park is ideal if you are visiting Old Portsmouth.

From here you can easily visit the fortifications of Old Portsmouth which have been tastefully reused as artist workshops and galleries. There are great views of the harbour mouth, the Spinnaker Tower and beyond Gunwharf Quays of Portsmouth Harbour itself, the home of the Royal Navy. A short walk away you will find St Thomas' Cathedral on the High Street and the Royal Garrison Church on Penny Street.

• Parking spaces: 30
• RingGo code 1372

Canoe Lake Car Park, Southsea Seafront, PO4 9RU

Canoe Lake Car Park is located on Southsea Esplanade at Southsea. It is just east of Canoe Lake on the Seafront, across the road from the beach and promenade.
From here it is just a short walk to Canoe Lake Park, Southsea Model Village, Natural History Museum and Butterfly House and Southsea Seafront. There is a childrens play park here as well as a water splash area during the summer season. Within Lumps Fort is the tranquil Rose Gardens with its fine display of fragrant roses.

• Height restriction barrier: 6' 7" (2.00m)
• Parking spaces: 146 (4 accessible bays)
• RingGo code 1384

Cascades Car Park, Portsmouth, PO1 4RL

Cascades Multi-storey Car Park, is located in the heart of Portsmouth's city centre Commercial Road Shopping Area, it is part of the Cascades Shopping Centre an indoor shopping centre, with a wide range of over 50 stores, ranging from fashion to sportswear, fabrics to shoes.

From this car park you can walk into the Cascades Shopping Centre, a short walk away are the Commercial Road and Arundel Street shopping areas.

• Height restriction: 6' 6" (1.98m)
• Parking spaces: 630 (10 accessible bays)

Clarence Pier Car Park, Southsea, PO5 3AP

Clarence Pier Car Park is located on Long Curtain Road in Southsea, just off of Southsea Seafront, behind the fun fair.
Clarence Pier Car Park is a convenient parking facility located near the bustling Clarence Pier in Southsea, Portsmouth. Situated just off the seafront, it provides an excellent base for visitors exploring Southsea’s attractions, including the iconic pier, Southsea Common, and the nearby beach. Its prime location makes it a popular choice for families, tourists, and day trippers looking to enjoy the vibrant coastal area.

Clarence Pier Car Park is ideally positioned for access to one of Southsea’s most beloved attractions, Clarence Pier, which features arcades, rides, and food outlets. The car park is also within easy walking distance of Southsea Common, D-Day Story Museum and Southsea Castle, as well as the seafront promenade, where visitors can take in stunning coastal views.

• Height restriction: 6' 11" (2.10m)
• Parking spaces: 154 (10 accessible bays)
• Close to Fun Fair and Old Portsmouth.

Clarence Street Car Park, Portsmouth, PO1 4AY

Clarence Street Car Park Portsmouth is located on Clarence Street just north of Marketway in Portsmouth city centre and close to the Commercial Road shopping area. This is a good choice if you are visiting Commercial Road and the Cascades Shopping Centre. Market Way has excellent connections to the M275 motorway in and out of the city, as well as routes into the city towards Gunwharf Quays and Old Portsmouth.

• Parking spaces: 154 (5 accessible bays)
• Height restriction of 7' 2" (2.2m)
• RingGo code 1377

Crasswell Street Car Park, Portsmouth, PO1 1RS

Crasswell Street multistory Car Park, is located in Portsmouth city centre close to Commercial Road shopping area, it is situated on the upper floors above the Tesco supermarket. There is a choice of lifts and stairs to access the street level.

This car park is convenient for the city centre shopping at Commercial Road and Arundel Street and is a short walk to the central Post Office and Portsmouth Guildhall.

• Height restriction: 6' 0" (1.83m)
• Parking spaces: 919 (10 accessible bays)
• bp pulse EV Charging Station

D-Day Museum Car Park, Southsea, PO5 3NT

The D-Day Museum Car Park in Southsea is a convenient parking facility situated adjacent to the renowned D-Day Story Museum, a key historical attraction in Portsmouth. Located on Clarence Esplanade, it provides an ideal spot for visitors to the museum, the nearby Southsea Castle, and the scenic Southsea seafront.

The car park is easy to locate and offers a limited number of spaces, which can fill up quickly during peak times, particularly in the summer months and at weekends. Parking charges apply, with rates clearly displayed on signage, and payment options include cash, card, and mobile apps such as RingGo for added convenience.

This car park also has dedicated spaces for coach parking. Toilet facilities are also available at this car park.

• Parking spaces: 110
• RingGo location code 1378

Dorothy Dymond Car Park, Portsmouth, PO1 2SA

Dorothy Dymond Car Park is located on the corner of Alec Rose Lane and Dorothy Dymond Street in the heart of Portsmouth City Centre.
It is just behind Portsmouth Central Library and is a good choice for Portsmouth Guildhall, New Theatre Royal, Portsmouth City Council Civic Offices, Portsmouth Magistrates Court and Portsmouth Combined Court Centre on Winston Churchill Avenue all just a short walk away.

Dorothy Dymond CBE was a renowned educationalist and was Principal of Portsmouth Training College and also President of the Association of Teachers in Colleges and Departments of Education.

• Parking spaces: 58
• MER EV Charging Station

Eastney Barracks Public Parking, PO4 9LZ

The public car park near Eastney Barracks in Southsea, located just off of Eastney Esplanade used to be part of the now closed Royal Marines Museum,, offers convenient parking for visitors to the area. According to a review on TripAdvisor, there is ample parking available in the car park within the Eastney Barracks complex.

As you head along Southsea Seafront at Eastney, look out for the iconic "Yomper" Royal Marine statue, the car park is just behind. This car park is operated by a private company, charges and time restrictions apply, so check the local signage for costs and any local restrictions that may be in place.

Esplanade Car Park, Southsea, PO5 3AP

Esplanade Car Park in Southsea is located at Clarence Esplanade, on the corner of Southsea Common, where Pier Road joins Clarence Esplanade.

From here it is a short walk to Southsea Seafront, the Ryde Isle of Wight Hovercraft and the Funfair at Clarence Pier. If you walk through the fair and continue along the promenade going west, you can walk into Old Portsmouth where you will find the Royal Garrison Church on Penny Street, the Tudor fortifications, Camber Dock and a variety of waterside pubs.

• Height restriction: 6' 7" (2.00m)
• Parking spaces: 373 (7 accessible bays)
• RingGo code 1389

Farlington Playing Fields Car Park, PO6 1UW

Farlington Playing Fields Car Park, located at Eastern Road, Portsmouth, PO6 1UW, offers approximately 100 parking spaces. The car park has a height restriction of 2 metres. During events like the Victorious Festival, the playing fields adjacent to the car park serves as a campsite, offering a relaxed, family friendly environment. Please note that parking availability may vary during such events, and it's advisable to check in advance.

Fort Cumberland Car Park, Eastney, PO4 9LG

Fort Cumberland Car Park, located at Eastney is popular with dog walkers and beach goers alike. The car park is situated on Fort Cumberland Road and offers free parking. It provides access to Portsmouth's largest natural coastal heathland, a 4.48 hectare area featuring diverse plant species, reptiles, and rare birds. The car park is unpaved and may have uneven surfaces, so caution is advised when parking. As part of the beach area, the car park is open at all times. However, it's advisable to check for any local signage, restrictions or updates before planning your visit.

• Height restriction barrier.
• Close to Eastney Beach.

Gunwharf Quays Parking, Portsmouth, PO1 3TZ

Gunwharf Quays Car Park is a modern, well maintained parking facility located within the renowned Gunwharf Quays shopping and leisure complex in Portsmouth. Designed to accommodate the high volume of visitors to the area, the car park offers convenience, accessibility, and proximity to the vibrant attractions of the waterfront destination.

The car park is spacious, featuring multiple levels and accommodating a large number of vehicles. It provides easy access to the shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues within Gunwharf Quays, making it a popular choice for shoppers, diners, and visitors enjoying the nearby attractions such as the Spinnaker Tower.

Accessibility is a priority at Gunwharf Quays Car Park. Designated spaces for blue badge holders are available near lifts and pedestrian exits, while the car park's layout ensures easy navigation for all users. Additionally, electric vehicle charging points are provided to support sustainable travel.

• Parking spaces: 1,532
• Height restriction: 2.2m

Gunwharf Rd - IOW Car Ferry, PO1 2LA

Gunwharf Road Car Park is located on Gunwharf Road, directly opposite the Wightlink, Isle of Wight Car Ferry terminal. It is a 10 minute walk from Portsmouth Harbour Railway Station and The Hard Interchange bus station.

It is a short walk from here to St Thomas' Cathedral on the High Street, Old Portsmouth and the Camber Dock is also a short walk away.

• Be aware that this car park is closed on selected peak travel days as the car park is required for vehicle marshalling.
• Parking spaces: 200
• Chargemaster EV Charging Station

Isambard Brunel Car Park, Portsmouth, PO1 2BX

Isambard Brunel car park is a multi storey car park located on the corner of Isambard Brunel Road and Alec Rose Lane in Portsmouth city centre.

The car park is within walking distance of Portsmouth Guildhall, the New Theatre Royal, Portsmouth City Council Civic Offices, Portsmouth Central Library, Portsmouth Magistrates Court and Portsmouth Combined Court Centre on Winston Churchill Avenue, all are just a short walk away.

• Parking spaces: 460 (5 Accessible bays)
• Close to Central Library and Portsmouth Guildhall.

London Road Car Park, Cosham, PO6 3EE

Old London Road, Cosham. Very small car park, tucked just around the corner from the Red Lion pub in Cosham. Good for Cosham High street shopping, Cosham Library.

There is an interesting landmark outside of this car park, a milestone showing the distances to Petersfield and London from Portsmouth.

• Height restriction: 6' 7" (2.00m)
• Parking spaces: 33
• RingGo code 1383
• Mer network EV Charger

Market Way Car Park, Portsmouth, PO1 4AH

Market Way Car Park in Portsmouth, is located just off of the A3 Market Way, just south of Portsmouth Dockyard. This large car park is built on the site of the demolished Tricorn Centre, it has 500 parking spaces and 20 accessible bays.

Market Way is ideal for shopping at Commercial Road and the Cascades Shopping Centre which are both only a short walk away.

• Height restriction: 6' 11" (2.10m)
• Parking spaces: 500 (20 accessible bays)

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard Car Park, PO1 3LA

The Portsmouth Historic Dockyard Car Park is located in Admiralty Road a side street off of Queen Street, it is well signposted.

This multi storey car park is part of the Admiralty Quarter residential development and is just a short walk to the entrance to the Histo ric Dockyard site. Portsmouth Historic Dockyard is home to the historic ship collection including HMS Victory, HMS Warrior and the Mary Rose and much more.

• Height restriction: 6' 11" (2.10m)
• Parking spaces: 500 (17 accessible bays)
• bp pulse Charging Station

Portsmouth International Port, PO2 8SP

At the end of the M275 at Portsmouth's International Port. The Portsmouth International Port Car Park is a well equipped and conveniently located facility designed to serve travelers departing from and arriving at the port. Situated directly adjacent to the terminal, it provides seamless access to ferry and cruise services, making it a popular choice for passengers.

The car park offers both short-term and long-term parking options, catering to the needs of day-trippers, holidaymakers, and those embarking on extended journeys. With a large capacity, it is designed to handle the significant volume of passengers using the port. Spaces can be booked in advance online, ensuring availability and providing peace of mind for travellers.

For accessibility, the car park includes designated spaces for blue badge holders, ensuring easy access for individuals with mobility needs. The facility is well-lit and monitored by CCTV, with regular security patrols to enhance safety and provide reassurance for those leaving their vehicles for extended periods.

• Height restriction: 2.1 metres.
• InstaVolt Charging Station
• For further information call 02392 873378

Pyramids Car Park, Clarence Esplanade, PO5 3ST

The Pyramids Car Park, located on Clarence Esplanade in Southsea, offers 148 parking spaces, including 6 designated for disabled badge holders. The car park has a height restriction of 2 metres and is monitored by CCTV for added security.

The Pyramids Car Park is situated adjacent to the Pyramids Centre, a prominent entertainment and leisure complex in Portsmouth. Its prime location makes it an excellent choice for visitors planning to explore nearby attractions such as Southsea Castle, Southsea Common, and the D-Day Story Museum. Additionally, the car park's proximity to these sites allows for easy access, making it a convenient option for those looking to enjoy the local attractions.

For visitors attending the gym or classes at the Pyramids Centre, up to 90 minutes of free parking is available; please inquire at the centre for details.

• Height restriction: 2 metres.
• 148 parking spaces.
• Close to seafront attractions.

St John's Cathedral, Portsmouth, PO1 3QA

Just a short walk from the Commercial Road shopping area, this car park is in the grounds of Cathedral of St John the Evangelist, directly opposite Victoria Park. This car park is right in the city centre so very convenient for Commercial Road shopping, you can walk to Gunwharf Quays or Portsmouth Historic Dockyard from here in approximately 20 minutes.

• The car park spaces are suitable for vehicles up to the size of a large (4x4)
• Local charges apply which are clearly displayed.

Stubbington Avenue Car Park, PO2 0HS

Stubbington Avenue Car Park, located at 2 Stubbington Avenue, Portsmouth, PO2 0HS, offers 61 parking spaces and is equipped with CCTV surveillance for added security.

Additionally, the car park features a rapid electric vehicle (EV) charging point operated by the Mer network. To use this facility, you'll need the Mer app, available on Google Play and the App Store.

Given its proximity to the North End shopping area, Stubbington Avenue Car Park is a convenient choice for shoppers. It is always advisable to check the latest parking rates and availability before your visit, as these can change.

Waitrose Southsea parking, PO5 2EJ

Part of the Waitrose supermarket located on Marmion Road, Southsea, this two storey car park is close to the Palmerston Road and Marmion Road shops. Charges apply but this is discounted when shopping at the Waitrose store.

This is the closest public car parking site to the Kings Theatre in Albert Road. It is an eight minute walk from here to the theatre.

• Height restriction: 6' 3" (1.90m)
• Parking spaces: 320 (6 accessible bays)

Wickham Street Car Park, Portsmouth, PO1 3EF

Located on the lower floors of the tower block in Wickham Street is a multi-storey car park, used as an overflow car park by the Gunwharf Quays outlet shopping complex.

Travel west along Queen Street heading towards the Historic Dockyard, Wickham Street is the last turning on the left, just before you get to the Hard Interchange.

Excellent for visiting Gunwharf Quays Outlet Shops, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard and Portsmouth Harbour Station.

• Parking spaces: 480 (12 accessible bays).
• Close to Gunwharf and Historic Dockyard.

Wootton Street Car Park, Cosham, PO6 3AP

Wootton Street Car Park, located at 1 Wootton Street, Cosham, Portsmouth, PO6 3AP, offers 22 parking spaces. This car park is conveniently situated near Cosham High Street, making it a suitable choice for shoppers. Cosham High Street features a variety of traders, including a Post Office, bakers, greengrocers, and more. Additionally, Wootton Street Car Park is close to The Wootton Street Surgery, located at 1 Wootton Street, Cosham, Portsmouth, PO6 3AP.