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Waves crashing on the cliffs at Portland Bill on the Isle of Portland Dorset England
Waves crashing on the cliffs at Portland Bill on the Isle of Portland Dorset England

Discover Portland, England

Sailing Heritage. Historic Castle.

Located along the English Channel, Portland is divided into two areas: north and south. The south end is where extensive stone quarries lie, a resource important to the region. Unique to the city is the Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy, which hosts world sailing championships.

Exciting Shore Excursions

Immerse yourself in authentic experiences with our Shore Excursions, expertly guided by locals.

Snapshots of Portland

A visual preview of the amazing sites that await you.

Jurassic Coast of Dorset with Durdle Door at sunrise , UK Behold the stunning Jurassic Coast skyline.
Rufus Castle overlooking Church Ope Cove on the Isle of Portland, Dorset, England, UK. Trek along the footpaths of Rufus Castles ruins.
Portland Harbour and Marina from a drone, Weymouth, Dorset, England, England Portland Harbour and Marina from a drone.
The Portland Bill Lighthouse on the Isle of Portland in Dorset, England on a sunny day. The Portland Bill Lighthouse still guides vessels.
The aerial view of St George's Church is a Church of England church on the Isle of Portland, England, UK The aerial view of St George's Church.

Travel Tips & Interesting Info

Uncover Hidden Gems & Fun Facts

portland castle on the isle of portland wemouth dorset england uk

Famous For

Portland Castle overlooks the harbour and is one of Henry VIII’s best preserved coastal fortifications.

traditional British fish and chips

Exquisite Flavours

Settle in for a hearty roast dinner or classic fish and chips. Indulge in locally caught seafood that couldn't taste fresher!

Sunset on the Isle of Portland, Dorset

Fun Facts

Portland is in the heart of England’s dramatic Jurassic Coast, so called because its rock bed dates back 185 million years.

Port Name & Location

Portland Port - England
Ship will DOCK at this port.

Language

The local language is English.

Time Zone

BST (British Summer Time)
UTC/GMT +1 hour

Currency & Shopping

British Pound (GPB)
Indigenous crafts, souvenirs and clothing.

Featured Portland Itineraries

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