Tourism statisticsCity2026
Portsmouth Tourism Statistics: 12.4M Visitors in 2023
Portsmouth, in England, United Kingdom, recorded 12.4 million visitors in 2023, the Portsmouth City Council reports. AirROI estimates 15,418 Airbnb stays in Portsmouth in the 12 months to October 2026. The busiest month was July, and the quietest was February.
Airbnb figures are AirROI estimates for the 12 months to October 2026. Read the method
- Estimated Airbnb nights
- 67,787
- Typical Airbnb stay
- 4.4 nights
- Busiest Airbnb month
- July
- From within the United Kingdom, among guests who left a review
- 78%
Key facts
Portsmouth Tourism Facts
Each sentence names its place, period and source, so it can be quoted alone.
Official
- The Portsmouth City Council puts Portsmouth at 12.4 million visitors in 2023.
Airbnb stays
- AirROI puts Airbnb stays in Portsmouth at 15,418 in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb stays in Portsmouth added up to 67,787 nights in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates a typical Airbnb stay in Portsmouth lasted 4.4 nights in the 12 months to October 2026, booked about 52 days ahead.
Busiest months
- AirROI ranks July the busiest Airbnb month in Portsmouth in the 12 months to October 2026, followed by September and August, with February the quietest.
- AirROI estimates the six busiest Airbnb months in Portsmouth ran unbroken from May to October in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb stays in Portsmouth in August were booked furthest ahead, about 88 days, against 27 days for February, in the 12 months to October 2026.
Guests
- AirROI estimates 78% of Portsmouth Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026 were from within the United Kingdom, and France at 5% and the United States at 3.6% were the top countries abroad.
- Among Portsmouth Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, London was the top origin city at 9.1%, and Portsmouth itself came second at 3.1%, AirROI estimates.
By place
- AirROI ranks Portsmouth 55th for Airbnb stays among the 302 towns it lists in England in the 12 months to October 2026.
Official numbers
How Many Tourists Visit Portsmouth?
The Portsmouth City Council counted 12.4 million visitors in 2023.
| Figure | What it counts | Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12.4 millionVisitors | Annual visitors to Portsmouth | 2023 | Portsmouth City Council |
Airbnb stays
Airbnb Stays in Portsmouth
Portsmouth had 727 Airbnb homes in the 12 months to October 2026. They took an estimated 15,418 stays and 67,787 nights. A typical stay lasted 4.4 nights and was booked about 52 days ahead.
- Airbnb homes
- 727
- Airbnb stays, estimate
- 15,418
- Airbnb nights, estimate
- 67,787
- Typical stay
- 4.4 nights
- Booked ahead
- 52 days
Busiest months
When Is the Busiest Time in Portsmouth?
On Airbnb, July was the busiest month in Portsmouth in the 12 months to October 2026, then September and August. February was the quietest. The six busiest months run unbroken from May to October.
July ranks first, February last
Airbnb months in calendar order, 12 months to October 2026. The number is the month's rank, and 1 is the busiest. The bar shows its part of Airbnb nights.
- Three busiest months
- Other months
From busiest to quietest: July, September, August, June, October, May, December, March, November, April, January, February.
Month by month: rank, typical stay and days booked ahead
| Month | Share of nights | Booked ahead |
|---|---|---|
| July | 10.5% | 68 days |
| September | 10.4% | 43 days |
| August | 10.1% | 88 days |
| June | 8.9% | 48 days |
| October | 8.4% | 63 days |
| May | 8.3% | 40 days |
| December | 8.1% | 39 days |
| March | 7.9% | 29 days |
| November | 7.3% | 38 days |
| April | 7.3% | 36 days |
| January | 6.5% | 31 days |
| February | 6.4% | 27 days |
Share is each month's part of the year's Airbnb nights. Typical stay and days booked ahead are AirROI estimates for stays in each month.
Where guests come from
Where Do Portsmouth Airbnb Guests Come From?
About eight in ten Portsmouth Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026 were from within the United Kingdom (78%), and the top countries abroad were France at 5% and the United States at 3.6%, AirROI estimates. Among the same guests, London was the top origin city at 9.1%, and Portsmouth itself came second at 3.1%. The figures rest on 47,814 reviews, written over many years.
78% from within the United Kingdom
Among guests who left a review, as of October 2026
- From within the United Kingdom 78%
- From abroad 22%
Top countries abroad
Among guests who left a review
Top origin cities
Among guests who left a review
FAQ
Questions About Tourism in Portsmouth
How many tourists visit Portsmouth?
Portsmouth had 12.4 million visitors in 2023, according to the Portsmouth City Council. AirROI estimates 15,418 Airbnb stays in Portsmouth in the 12 months to October 2026, which is a separate count of bookings.
When is the busiest time in Portsmouth?
The busiest Airbnb month in Portsmouth in the 12 months to October 2026 was July, then September and August. The six busiest months run from May to October.
What is the quietest month in Portsmouth?
February was the quietest Airbnb month in Portsmouth in the 12 months to October 2026, ranking 12th of 12, and January ranked 11th. Stays in February were booked about 27 days ahead, against 88 days for August.
How long is a typical Airbnb stay in Portsmouth?
A typical Airbnb stay in Portsmouth lasted 4.4 nights in the 12 months to October 2026, booked about 52 days ahead. By month, stays ran from 3.6 nights in August to 4.8 nights in March.
Where do Airbnb guests in Portsmouth come from?
Of Portsmouth Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, 78% were from within the United Kingdom, AirROI estimates. The top countries abroad were France at 5% and the United States at 3.6%. Among the same guests, the top origin city was London at 9.1%, and Portsmouth itself came second at 3.1%.
Are Airbnb stays the same as tourists?
No. The Portsmouth City Council counts visitors (12.4 million in 2023). An Airbnb stay is one booking on one platform, however many guests it holds. AirROI's 15,418 stays are estimates for the 12 months to October 2026.
Method
How These Numbers Are Made
Official figures come from their publishers, linked above, and were last checked in November 2026. Stays and nights are AirROI estimates for the 12 months to October 2026, built from Airbnb listing data, and cover Airbnb only. Nights are stays times the typical stay: 15,418 stays at 4.40 nights. Month ranks compare each month's part of Airbnb nights. Origin rests on 47,814 reviews and describes guests who left a review, not everyone who stayed. Read the method page.