Attractions in Portland

  • Nothe Gardens

    Beautifully positioned on the coast in Weymouth, Dorset and overlooking Weymouth and Portland Harbours is Nothe Gardens.

  • Portland Museum

    Small museum housed in 2 historic cottages. Founded by Marie Stopes in 1930 the museum features exhibits on Portland Stone, the Jurassic Coast, shipwrecks and famous people linked with Portland

  • Portland Castle

    16th century Tudor castle overlooking Portland harbour.

  • Weymouth Sea Life Park & Marine Sanctuary

    One of a network of marine life aquariums stretching across Europe. Key attractions include otter, seal & penguin sanctuaries, tropical shark nursery, splash lagoon and pirate mini golf.

  • The Nothe Fort

    This Forte forms part of the defensives of Portland Harbour, a man-made enclosure of the old sheltered anchorage of Portland Roads.

  • West Hill Donkeys

    Enjoy a donkey ride across Weymouth Beach. Rides available from 11am to 5.30pm.

  • Bennetts Water Gardens

    An 8 acre site of ponds & lakes, plants, native trees, wild plants and flowers. Attractions include The Museum, Tropical House, Extensive Plant Centre and Monet Tearooms.