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You can also keep an eye out for the Visit England 'Were Good to Go' mark. This is an accredited industry standard mark for all businesses who are COVID-19 secure. Businesses will be displaying this to show that they have followed government procedures in their preparations to welcome us back.

Plan ahead, Know Before You Go and visit Bournemouth with confidence.

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, mini golf, play parks, an oceanarium and more. Read on for ideas of things we think you’ll enjoy...

Support Local Business

If you're favourite attraction remains closed for now, you can always support them online. Many of our partners are offering digital experiences so that you can enjoy Bournemouth at home or plan to #comebacklater when they are able to open. In these difficult times, let’s support our local businesses like they support us all year round.

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 in warm weather as well as in the rain. We have indoor climbing and high wires, as well as museums and galleries meaning you’ll be able to have a great time whatever the weather.

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 – mini 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.

For ease of access to the beach, Cliff Lifts are situated at West Cliff and Fisherman’s Walk, along side zigzag path ways and the Land Train also runs along the promenade towards Boscombe and westwards to Branksome Chine. *** Please note our cliff lifts and line train are currently closed.

Capp Assist

CAPP Assist is a free app that allows you to check the capacity of venues before you go. Using live venue data, the app is designed to help users shop, work, dine-out and visit care homes safely.

You can also check in and out via the QR code function, avoiding having to provide your details manually each time you visit.

Download for Apple and Android today, or register your business and help consumers feel safe visiting venues again.

Plan ahead, Know Before You Go and visit Bournemouth with confidence.

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.

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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.

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Branksome Dene Room

Poole

Nestled on Poole’s picturesque, gloriously photogenic coastline, sits one of the most unique function spaces in the United Kingdom.
Oceanarium, The Bournemouth Aquarium

Bournemouth

Oceanarium, The Bournemouth Aquarium takes you on a magical underwater adventure above and below the waves.

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Paultons Park Home of Peppa Pig World

The New Forest

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Paultons Family Theme Park has over 70 wonderful rides and attractions. Paultons is of course home to the world’s first & UK exclusive Peppa Pig World!

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PierView Room

Boscombe, Bournemouth

The PierView Room is a private venue hire located in a spectacular position, right on the beach front at Boscombe with stunning sea views. Perfect for parties, social gatherings, work away days or corporate networking events
Monkey World Ape Rescue Centre

Wareham

Come to visit the location of the TV show Monkey Life! Monkey World assists governments around the world to stop the smuggling of primates from the wild.

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Swanage Railway

Swanage

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- What’s better than a leisurely trip behind an historic steam engine through an area of natural beauty.

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Sherborne Castle & Gardens

Sherborne

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- Built by Sir Walter Raleigh in 1594 and home to the Digby family since 1617, the Castle’s staterooms display glorious art, furniture and porcelain collections from the great periods of…

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The Bournemouth Big Wheel

Bournemouth

Summer fun beside the sea as big wheel returns to Bournemouth seafront.
Rubyz Cabaret

47 Gervis Road , Bournemouth

Rubyz is Bournemouth’s fabulous little secret. Drag queen comedy at its very best!

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West Cliff Beach

Bournemouth

Along with East Cliff Beach, West Cliff Beach is one of the two main Bournemouth beaches. It can be found west of Bournemouth Pier up to Durley Chine Beach and is about 1.5 miles long.
This side tends to be slightly quieter than East Cliff Beach,…
Adventure Wonderland

Christchurch

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Dorset’s multi award-winning family theme park, Adventure Wonderland, with its great range of rides and attractions is the perfect spot for an unforgettable day out.

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Wimborne Model Town and Gardens

Wimborne

Charming, faithful 1/10th scale recreation of 1950s Wimborne, a delightful historic market town, set in beautiful award-winning gardens. Tearooms and gift shop.

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Kingfisher Barn Visitor Centre

Bournemouth

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Kingfisher Barn Visitor Centre is the gateway to the Stour Valley Nature Reserve. It is run in partnership between BCP Council and the Bournemouth Parks Foundation.
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Boscombe Pier

Bournemouth

Boscombe Pier is the perfect vantage point to watch volleyball, table tennis and swingball on the beach. If you are feeling adventurous, try scaling the nearby, purpose built boulders next to the pier or have a go at slacklining!
Poole Harbour Festival

Poole

Since 2016 Poole Harbour Festival has grown into the biggest and best family friendly live music festival in Poole & Bournemouth.
Two Riversmeet Leisure Complex

Christchurch

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Two Riversmeet is situated on the edge of the historical town of Christchurch. The…
Mudeford Spit Beach

Christchurch, Bournemouth

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Poole Museum & Scaplen's Court

Poole

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Discover the story of Poole - Harbour, Town & People from prehistory to the 21st century.

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