Shopping in Bournemouth

Why choose Bournemouth for shopping?

Our town centres and high streets have so much to offer. Combine shopping with a fabulous breakfast or lunch out to while away a few hours.

Town Centre Shopping

Bournemouth town centre is only a short distance from the town’s train station and is regularly serviced by buses and taxis.

The town centre of Bournemouth includes fashion and jewellery, shoes, cosmetics and much more. On one side of the Bournemouth Square  you'll find Superdry, Fat Face, Pandora and TK Maxx as well as independent jewellers, the fabulous Lush body and bath store and Waterstones among the shopping. Lush - which originates locally from Poole - does not disappoint; with hand-made and fun cosmetics - you will smell the sumptuous fragrances as you get nearby!

You're also never far from a coffee stop and not far from these shops is the popular Pause Cat Cafe.

Across the Square to Bournemouth's other pedestrianised street are big fashion brands Primark and Zara, and family favourites Flying Tiger, Build a Bear Workshop and HMV.

While you’re in the town centre, visit Bobby’s – Bournemouth’s fabulous new destination store in the square with a beauty hall housing the global brands that we all know and love as well as a dedicated section for local, sustainable and conscious beauty and health products. There’s also Drool – a store dedicated to man’s best friend. 

When it's time for lunch BH2 in the gardens offers a great choice of eateries. The gardens also offer a perfect place to take a break and have a sit down with a coffee.

Why not discover...

• Westover Road runs alongside the gardens and you can shop for designer labels, art and jewellery along its canopied walkway.
• The Triangle is well known for its eclectic, bohemian vibe and you can pick up fancy dress and dancewear ready for a big night out.
• Lansdowne is Bournemouth’s business district and there are florists and specialist stockists dotted among the bars and restaurants on Old Christchurch Road.
• Everything is in walking distance of the resort’s historic gardens and beautiful beaches so why not make a day of it and stay a while?

Shopping in Bournemouth's coastal villages

Our coastal villages – Boscombe, Southbourne, Westbourne, Pokesdown and Tuckton – are full of life, each bursting with individuality.

There is great shopping to be had in Westbourne, Boscombe and Southbourne. The shopping districts make a great day out themselves and are home to a range of independent shops. Local independent businesses give our communities character. It’s one of the reasons so many people come to visit and make an active choice to support the local economy and help our communities thrive. Find unusual crafts and homewares, delightful gift shops, clothes and shoes. Pokesdown and Boscombe are a must if you love to browse antiquities as you'll find a plenty of second hand shops selling furniture to postcards.

In Bournemouth’s suburbs, you’ll find boutiques and brasseries lining the arcades and avenues, as well as clusters of quirky curiosity shops and a bustling café culture.

Home to Bournemouth’s vintage quarter and open air market and a mile from Bournemouth Town Centre, Boscombe is full of retro boutiques, cafés and book shops. The main centre is pedestrianised and home to the usual high street names and there's also an indoor shopping centre. From here, you can easily while away an afternoon strolling along from the town centre to Pokesdown visiting the many antique, retro and bric a brac shops.

Affectionately known as ‘the village’, Westbourne has a charming Victorian arcade and is packed full of upmarket independent boutiques and interesting shops, as well as pubs, bars and restaurants. 

Nestled on the clifftop above the sea, Southbourne’s shops are awash with arts, crafts, gifts and trinkets – ideal for browsing on a leisurely day out.  It is loved by locals for its quirky independent shops and great night-time scene. You will find everything from breweries, cocktail bar, old school pubs and a Michelin recommended restaurant.

Yet more Shopping...

Bournemouth is home to Castlepoint, a large shopping complex just over three miles out of the main town and fully accessible by public transport and with free car parking. It features many well known shops, including a Marks & Spencer on three floors, Next, Robert Dyas, H&M, TK Maxx,  and many others perfect for fashion and footware as well as gifts and homewares.

There's also a food area with your favourite brands including Nandos, Five Guys and Starbucks.

If you're looking for undercover shopping, head to Poole's Dolphin centre about 6 miles from Bournemouth and easily reached on Morebus.

Getting to Bournemouth is easy.  We have excellent public transport links and ample parking.

Looking for accommodation in Bournemouth… a perfect place to stay by the sea…

Bournemouth is well known for its great variety of hotels, guest houses, B&Bs and self catering options situated along our stunning coastline. You’ll find luxury international hotel groups, national chains, beautiful boutique hotels, independent and family friendly hotels and guest houses, budget friendly hotels, a great choice of self catering options and caravan and camping parks along our neighbouring coastline and countryside.