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Olde Towne - New Energy
Steeped in history yet bustling with fresh energy, Portsmouth is steering away from its reputation as a quiet seaport town and changing its course by becoming a modern classic. At the center of this reinvigoration is our Historic Olde Towne.
Stroll Olde Towne’s streets and you’ll note that while the city still exudes old world charm, a new energy is invigorating the area, due to new stores, new restaurants and new entertainment venues popping up on every corner.
Olde Towne Portsmouth is a foodie’s paradise with over 40 restaurants in one square mile. Olde Towne’s restaurants offer something for every palate and every budget. You’ll find everything from fried green tomatoes to tapas to fish tacos and sushi, as well as some of the best Sunday brunches in the region. Treasure hunters can peruse global finds at our specialty shops and antiques stores and for music lovers, the Virginia Youth Symphony Orchestra has finished renovating the Old Colony Theatre on High Street and now calls it home. Known for its eclectic and exciting performances, the VYSO performs great Classical repertoire, Jazz, Broadway, First-Run movie scores and works with world-class artists from soloists to rock and pop bands.
In addition to the charming mix of old and new shops, stores and eateries, Olde Towne Portsmouth features a steady stream of exciting events – from First Weekend events each month to a Farmer’s Market, Arts and Antiques shows, and holiday-related events like our Annual Ghost Walk and Winter Wonderland. Portsmouth has managed to hold on to its 18th and 19th-century history and charm for more than 250 years while encouraging an exciting, modern and unique mix of shops and restaurants as well as a calendar packed with events taking place every month for audiences of all types, tastes and budgets. We know once you discover Portsmouth for the first time, you’ll want to return time and time again.
Enrich your Life. Discover Portsmouth!
Cheers,
Chris Anuswith
President, Olde Towne Business Association
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