Explore the riverside setting in Portsmouth
The area's churches and festivals are just a few of the reasons to vacation in Portsmouth. Renowned for its university setting, shopping and riverfront, this city welcomes all visitors. If you need more space to accommodate a family vacation or friends trip, rental homes often come with separate dining areas and spacious living rooms.
Activities and attractions in and around Portsmouth
Do you want to discover attractions to visit during your stay? Venture out of your vacation home and experience everything that makes Portsmouth a fun spot to vacation. These are some of the top attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Dogwood Pass (20 mi / 32.1 km)
- Portsmouth Floodwall Mural (0.3 mi / 0.6 km)
- Elks Country Club (5.3 mi / 8.5 km)
- Portsmouth Raceway Park (1 mi / 1.6 km)
- Big Beaver Creek Golf Club (22.5 mi / 36.2 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Portsmouth
Whether you're an adventurous traveler or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Portsmouth is a great place to spend some time outside. These are some of the area's most enchanting natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Earl Thomas Conley Riverside Park (2.8 mi / 4.5 km)
- Greenbo Lake State Resort Park (18.5 mi / 29.8 km)
- The Christmas Cave (16.3 mi / 26.3 km)
- Brush Creek State Forest (19.2 mi / 30.9 km)
- Raven Rock State Nature Preserve (3.4 mi / 5.4 km)
- Big Bend Swimming Beach (21.4 mi / 34.4 km)
Transportation options to and around Portsmouth
Fly into Huntington, WV (HTS-Tri-State), the closest airport, located 34.5 mi (55.5 km) from the city center.