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If you’re a ball of energy with an insatiable appetite for adventure, we’ve got an endless variety of activities to keep you on the move. Whether you follow a strict health and fitness regime or prefer to build your mental stamina through regular wellness and pampering sessions, Bournemouth has activities in the great outdoors and places to relax in luxurious surroundings.

We’ve listed some of our favourite Bournemouth activities to inspire you…

Walking & Hiking

Since Victorian times, people have come to Bournemouth for the sea air and pine-scented walks. These days, you can still take a leisurely 19th century stroll or choose a more energetic adventure. The resort is criss-crossed with routes through our grade II listed gardens, spacious golf courses, sandy beaches and sweeping coastline. If you’re an intrepid explorer, you can chart a course out into the surrounding countryside – there are some spectacular, long walks through the New Forest and along the Jurassic coast. Best of all, walking doesn’t cost a penny so it’s a great, low cost day out for all the family.

Cycling & Mountain Biking

Do you love tough uphill climbs or exhilarating downhill rides? Speed racing through the countryside with a group of mates? Or freewheeling along flat routes with the family? We’ve got cycle rides for every age and ability, from the promenade along the water’s edge to more challenging adventures out in the surrounding hills. There are lots of places to hire bikes if you don’t have your own, making Bournemouth the perfect setting for fun on two wheels.

Fishing

With miles of coast on our doorstep, keen fishers are spoilt for choice in Bournemouth. It’s one of the country’s best spots for sea fishing, whether you’re in the tranquil surroundings of a nature reserve or at the end of one of our historic piers. The beaches themselves offer the perfect spot to catch a variety of fish and there are tackle and bait shops dotted along the coast.

Climbing

There are lots of indoor climbing walls in Bournemouth itself so you can learn the ropes, improve your skills or drop the kids off for an active afternoon. Or why not head out into the surrounding coast and countryside where you’ll find outdoor experiences with professional tutors?

Backpacking

With a huge selection of low cost hotels, B&Bs and hostels, Bournemouth is a great place for you to start an adventure, recuperate from your journey or stop over on a sightseeing expedition. You can enjoy bracing walks along the coast or out into the countryside and our transport networks are excellent so it’s easy to get to historic towns and cities.

Health & Spa

As one of the first spa towns in England back in the 1800s, people travelled to Bournemouth for its clean air and health benefits. Today, many of the big hotels run spa packages and you can find almost every treatment imaginable in the resort. You can also team your spa day with an evening meal, afternoon tea or glass of bubbly. With miles of golden sand and our warm micro-climate, Bournemouth makes an impressive backdrop for your wellness break by the sea.

Bird Watching

Bournemouth is home to a huge variety of natural habitats from expansive nature reserves and a tropical paradise to miles of rugged coastline and sandy beaches. So, there are tons of places to pitch up and look to the skies. Ornithologists regularly hail Bournemouth and neighbouring Poole as the ideal environment for bird watching and there are museums and visitor centres where you can find out more.

Adventure & Outdoor

From archery and high wire climbing to a water-based obstacle course and paddle boarding, there are loads of outdoor adventures on offer in Bournemouth. Whether you’re organising a children’s party or looking for a fun way to spend a weekend with friends, you’ll find plenty of high energy experiences to make sure that you have a day full of fun and laughter.

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Kool Cycle Hire

Bournemouth

Are you new to Bournemouth? Weekend Away / Holiday / Student or just on a Day Visit we are here for you.
Scenic Air Tours

Fordingbridge

Scenic Air Tours offer pleasure flights from Bournemouth International Airport.
Dorset Waterpark

Corfe Castle

Dorset Waterpark is a wet and wild Woodland Waterpark set in the stunning surrounding of the Purbeck countryside.
New Forest Water Park

Fordingbridge

New Forest Water Park is a friendly, family run business set in 50 acres of picturesque countryside.
City Sightseeing Bournemouth

Bournemouth

City Sightseeing Bournemouth is a fantastic way for visitors to get their bearings in the area, experience our beautiful, dramatic coastline whilst learning some fascinating facts about this spectacular part of the South Coast via open top bus.
Surf Steps - Bournemouth Surf School

Bournemouth

Surfing and Paddleboarding, how to describe them? I’m not sure, and even if I could, I wouldn’t do them justice.
Mighty Claws Adventure Golf

Bournemouth

Join the Sweet Claws, battle the Iron Jaws, save the Roaring Kingdom.
Jetski Safaris

Lilliput, Poole

The form the Jet Ski Hire / Rental takes is that clients will follow a guided Safari to explore Poole Harbour, the second largest natural harbour in the world and then parts of the spectacular Jurassic coastline from Bournemouth to Swanage.
Bouldering at Boscombe Beach

Bournemouth

Come and scale the boulders, increase your fitness and have fun.
Frieda's Teabus

Bournemouth

Looking for a memorable experience? Frieda’s Teabus will not disappoint!
Swingball at Boscombe Beach

Bournemouth

Boscombe Beach is proud to offer Swingball to all visitors and their families. Set just above the sands with a wonderful view of Boscombe beach below, play and have fun in this wonderful location.
Open all year round. Free to use but a deposit is...
City Cruises Poole

Poole

With a wide range of cruises departing from Poole Quay and Swanage Pier.
Discover Dorset Tours

Bournemouth

We are a Bournemouth based tour company offering a range of high quality sightseeing tours across Dorset, Hampshire and neighbouring counties.
Bournemouth Sands & Gardens Mystery Treasure Trail

Bournemouth

Explore Bournemouth & some of its hidden gems on this Mystery themed Treasure Trail. Can you follow the route and solve the clues to discover whodunit?
Cyclexperience

Brockenhurst

Brockenhurst is one of the most central places in the New Forest from which to enjoy a day out by bike.
Bournemouth Gardens Tree Trail

Bournemouth

Learn how to recognise your trees with this gardens trail. It takes approximately two hours and identifies 12 types of tree including Redwood, Cypress and Palm, and is totally FREE!
Volleyball at Boscombe Beach

Boscombe

Enjoy a game of Volleyball on the award winning Boscombe Beach and enjoy one of the best views in the South Coast. A unique setting for a fun, sporting activity. Whether a family game or something more serious, the courts are available to hire. No...
Mini Golf at Boscombe Pier

Boscombe

Eco-friendly mini golf at the end of Boscombe Pier, with golf balls that feed the fish!

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