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With miles of safe, sandy beaches, traditional seaside attractions, a town centre that’s within easy walking distance of the seafront and a whole bunch of festivals and events throughout the year, Bournemouth is the ultimate family destination. With excellent train, bus and road networks, as well as heaps of hotels and B&Bs to choose from, getting here is easy. So, the only thing you have to worry about is whether you’ll have time to see and do it all!

We’ve got everything you’d expect from a classic British seaside break, from funfair rides to pier amusements so you can while away the sunny days down on the beachfront. And, of course, you can always simply find a spot on the beach and spend the day building sandcastles and paddling in the sea. We even run a very successful beach safety scheme – find out about LV=KidZone while you’re here.

If you’re holidaying with little people in tow, you’ll find plenty of things to keep tiny tots amused.

From soft play centres and indoor adventures to model villages and steam railways, you can keep smiles on their faces come rain or shine. For older children and history buffs in the family, there are museums, art galleries and sightseeing tours in and around the resort so you can have fun on a day out together as well as learning more about the area’s exciting past.

As night falls, we’ve got family friendly entertainment across the town, including West End shows and pantomimes in the Pavilion Theatre. If you’re here during one of our famous festivals or live music events, you can even catch music acts on outdoor stages overlooking the sea.

So, whether you’re visiting a few miles from home or on a long summer vacation, you and your family can make lasting memories by the sea here in Bournemouth!

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Longleat Safari & Adventure Park

Warminster

Longleat Safari & Adventure Park has been one of the UK’s best-loved attractions for over 60 years.
Marwell Zoo

Winchester

More than just a walk in the park! A visit to Marwell Zoo is a chance to get close to the wonders of the natural world and play a big part in helping to save them.
Moors Valley Railway

Ashley Heath, Near Ringwood

Enjoy a steam train ride on the great little railway at Moors Valley Country Park.
Lemur Landings

Poole

As one of the largest indoor entertainment centres in Dorset, Lemur Landings boasts a huge multi-level playframe, multi-slide, bridges, ball blaster cannons, a brand new climbing centre and brand new under 7 facilities.
Go Ape!

Ashley Heath, East Dorset

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

Wareham

The Tank Museum in Bovington brings history to life, with the world’s best collection of tanks and explosive live displays.
Tower Park

Poole

Tower Park… The South Coast’s Premier Entertainment Centre!
Boscombe Pier

Bournemouth

From the Musical Trail to Eco Mini Golf, the pier has been transformed into the place to be for family entertainments. Nearby is the Reefside Café, takeaway and beach shop.
Bournemouth Big Wheel

Bournemouth

Summer fun beside the sea as big wheel returns to Bournemouth seafront.
The Tutankhamun Exhibition

Dorchester

Visit Tutankhamun's tomb the world's greatest discovery of Ancient Treasure
Laser Quest

Bournemouth

Whether you're 6 or 66 you’ll love the adrenaline pumping exhilarating of stalking your opponents and unleashing a volley of Laser Fire in the Battle-Zone of the next Century!
Pier Amusements

Bournemouth

A wide range of entertainment machines and all of the most up-to-date videos and prizes.
Bournemouth Pier

Bournemouth

The iconic Bournemouth Pier is set in the middle of seven miles of golden sand.
LV=KidZone

Bournemouth

Resort’s beach safety scheme expands for school holidays
The successful child beach safety initiative, LV= KidZone, is back on Bournemouth’s beaches for summer 2017 and in time for the school holidays – with zones extended to Poole for the...
Splashdown

Poole

A roaringly good welcome awaits those who dare to enter the lair of the resident Dragon; or plunge into the Mississippi Drifter for a fantastic river tyre ride; get into a spin on Infinity with it’s funky laser lights and jukebox; there are a total...
Hengistbury Head

Southbourne, Bournemouth,

Hengistbury Head is a relatively unspoilt and south-facing pebble beach, with imposing clay and ironstone cliffs.
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.
Camp Bestival

East Lulworth

Camp Bestival at Lulworth Castle!

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