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Attractions in and around Bournemouth

We’ve got indoor and outdoor places for you to visit with friends or family while you’re in Bournemouth. It doesn’t matter what you’re into or what the weather’s doing – there are museums, galleries, amusement arcades, crazy golf, play parks, an oceanarium and more. Read on for ideas of things we think you’ll enjoy...

All Year Round

Here in Bournemouth, we’re blessed with a warm microclimate but we can’t guarantee it for all 365 days of the year. So, many of our attractions are designed to be enjoyed whatever the weather. We have indoor climbing and high wires, as well as museums and galleries meaning you’ll be able to stay dry and still have a great time.

Family Fun

What could be more family friendly than a huge, sandy beach? Well, we’ve got one of those, as well as other seaside favourites – crazy golf, amusement arcades and an oceanarium. You can also bring tiny tots to play in the water feature on the seafront or take your ‘big kids’ down the zipwire on the pier!

Group Friendly

Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or indulging in a shared passion, your group will feel at home in Bournemouth. You’ll be able to get group bookings and offers at lots of our attractions.

Beaches

Buckets and spades at the ready – we’ve got seven miles of sandy beaches for you! Surrounded by majestic cliffs, our beaches bask in their very own microclimate while some of the warmest seas in the UK lap onto the shore. You can hire deckchairs and sun loungers, as well as everything you need to play beach sports. Or, you can make your own fun building sandcastles and paddling in the shallow waters.

Aquariums

Bournemouth’s right next to the sea so it’s no surprise that we’ve got an oceanarium.

Complete with penguin enclosure, you can find out about all aspects of marine life in this popular, family friendly aquarium.

History & Culture

Bournemouth has a rich history centred around literary inspiration and the medicinal benefits of the sea air. With its very own museum house and a variety of galleries and performance spaces showcasing a growing portfolio of high quality art, there’s plenty for the culturally curious to explore.

Religious Landmarks

Bournemouth is home to a number of churches and religious centres in a variety of architectural styles, many of them home to points of interest including the resting place of Mary Shelley in one of our town centre cemeteries.

Museums & Galleries

Bournemouth’s famous universities and renown for digital industries have made it a natural home for art and culture. Exhibitions are held throughout the year in its world class venues and there are museums to help you uncover the past, including a clifftop treasure trove!

Parks & Gardens

We’ve got an enormous 2,000 acres of parks and gardens here in Bournemouth! The gardens in our town centre are grade II listed and date back to the Victorian era. There are plenty of golf courses and other green spaces. Dotted along the coast you’ll also find a tropical paradise and nature reserve.

Arts & Crafts

With Poole’s iconic pottery catching the eye of visitors the world over, here in Bournemouth we’re not short of inspiration. You’ll find pottery and ceramics cafés in and around the town, as well as other opportunities to experiment with your own creativity.

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Tower Park

Poole

Tower Park… The South Coast’s Premier Entertainment Centre!
Adventure Wonderland

Christchurch

Dorset’s number one, triple award winning family theme park. A full day’s fun whatever the weather, combining the outside park and rides with the indoor adventure play centre Wild Thing! With over 30 rides and attractions
Bournemouth Upper Gardens

Bournemouth

The Upper Gardens hold many unusual tree species including a North American Giant Redwood (believed to be the largest in the country) and a group of mature Persian Ironwood trees.
Fisherman's Walk Cliff Lift

Bournemouth

The Fisherman’s Walk Cliff Lift was built in 1935.
Bournemouth Big Wheel

Bournemouth

Summer fun beside the sea as big wheel returns to Bournemouth seafront.
Kingston Lacy

Wimborne

This magnificent house tells the story of a great Dorset family.
The Macguffin Project

Bournemouth

The MacGuffin Project is Bournemouth’s newest town centre attraction that everyone is talking about. The MacGuffin Project offers people an escape from reality by immersing you into the dark but beautiful world of the long forgotten MacGuffin...
Farmer Palmer's Farm Park

Poole

Farmer Palmer’s is the fabulous Farm Park where young adventurers can frankly ‘let their hair down’ without older children around to stifle their enjoyment!
Beach Huts

Bournemouth

There is a beach hut suitable for everyone at Bournemouth's award winning seafront.
Buckler's Hard

Near Brockenhurst

On the banks of the Beaulieu River you will find the peaceful haven of Buckler’s Hard, developed as a shipbuilding village, where ships for Nelson’s fleet were built.
Dorset County Museum

Dorchester

Containing a wealth of information about Dorset’s culture and history, the museum has six Galleries setting out 200 million years of the county’s history and natural environment.
Go Ape!

Ashley Heath, East Dorset

Go Ape – Moors Valley Country Park. Live life more adventurously – that’s our challenge to you.
The Tutankhamun Exhibition

Dorchester

Visit Tutankhamun's tomb the world's greatest discovery of Ancient Treasure
Old Sarum

Salisbury

Climb the mighty ramparts for views over the Wiltshire plains and imagine the once thriving town of Old Sarum. Stand in the footprint of Salisbury's original cathedral and conquer the royal castle!
Beach Pods

Bournemouth

Why not hire a beach pod at Boscombe Overstrand? Each pod is unique and has fantastic views over the beautiful bay. An ideal base for you and your family when visiting Bournemouth’s award winning seafront.
Gala Bingo

Bournemouth

For over twenty years, Gala Bingo has been the UK's most loved and trusted bingo operator, a solid household name in the gaming industry, with over 143 clubs, 5 million members, and paying out prizes across retail and online of over £42million per...
Paultons Family Theme Park 'Home of Peppa Pig World’

The New Forest

Visit Peppa Peppa Pigs Theme Park at Paulton's Park fantastic rides & magical attractions.
Corfe Castle Model Village

Wareham

Corfe Castle Model Village is situated in the heart of Corfe Castle village

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