Poole Old Town Travel Guide

Poole

Poole Museum which includes interior views
Poole Museum showing interior views
Poole Museum which includes interior views
Poole Museum showing interior views
Poole Museum which includes interior views and signage

Popular places to visit

Poole Museum featuring interior views

Poole Museum

Learn the story of Poole and its harbor from interesting items, such as the Iron Age boat kept in this restored Victorian depository.

Poole Museum
Poole Harbour which includes a river or creek and heritage architecture

Poole Harbour

4.5/5(412 reviews)

Visit a forested part of this harbor’s archipelago after strolling along the charming promenade full of restaurants, pubs and boutiques.

Poole Harbour
Sandbanks Beach

Sandbanks Beach

4.5/5(36 reviews)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Sandbanks Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Sandbanks. Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Sandbanks Beach
Poole Quay

Poole Quay

Explore the waterfront in Poole with a trip to Poole Quay. Stroll along the seaside or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.

Poole Quay
Compton Acres which includes a pond and heritage architecture

Compton Acres

4.5/5(22 reviews)

The fine historic gardens of late Victorian mixed style were set up in the early 20th century. Peruse the range of exotic sections remaining today.

Compton Acres
Brownsea Castle which includes heritage architecture

Brownsea Castle

Ride a ferry to a forested island. Observe colorful peacocks and playful red squirrels beside this grand castle from the 1500s.

Brownsea Castle

Things to do

From Bournemouth: Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door Trip

From Bournemouth: Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door Trip

Rp861.049
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
From Bournemouth: Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door Trip
From Bournemouth: Jurassic Coast & Isle of Purbeck Day Tour

From Bournemouth: Jurassic Coast & Isle of Purbeck Day Tour

Rp1.214.300
per adult
From Bournemouth: Jurassic Coast & Isle of Purbeck Day Tour
Jurassic Coast and Durdle Door in Executive Vehicle Private Tour

Jurassic Coast and Durdle Door in Executive Vehicle Private Tour

Rp25.787.322
per adult
Jurassic Coast and Durdle Door in Executive Vehicle Private Tour
Bournemouth Pier: PierZip Entrance Ticket

Bournemouth Pier: PierZip Entrance Ticket

Rp551.955
per adult
Bournemouth Pier: PierZip Entrance Ticket
Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Bournemouth

Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Bournemouth

Rp264.938
per adult
Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Bournemouth
Bournemouth Hidden Gems

Bournemouth Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (1 Day Pass) UK

Rp331.173
per traveller
Bournemouth Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (1 Day Pass) UK
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Top hotels in Poole Old Town

Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole
4 out of 5
Thames Street, Poole, England
The price is Rp3.146.745 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
Rp3.146.745
Rp3.776.094 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Poole. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (682 reviews)
"Went away for one night for our wedding anniversary room was beautiful reception she couldn't do enough for us breakfast was excellent would highly recommend this hotel"

Reviewed on 16 Jun 2025

Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole
Antelope Hotel by Greene King Inns
Antelope Hotel by Greene King Inns
3 out of 5
High Street, Poole, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.432.694 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
Rp1.432.694
Rp1.719.233 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star inn in Poole. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (311 reviews)
"Nice room and staff."

Reviewed on 24 Jun 2025

Antelope Hotel by Greene King Inns
Laguna Hotel
Laguna Hotel
3 out of 5
6 Suffolk Road South, Bournemouth, England
The price is Rp1.026.209 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
Rp1.026.209
Rp1.231.451 total
1 Jul - 2 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Bournemouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
7/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
"A very good "no frills" hotel, friendly staff both at reception and in the restaurant for breakfast. Perhaps a little "dated" but great for a short stay."

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2025

Laguna Hotel
The Trouville Bournemouth
The Trouville Bournemouth
3 out of 5
5-7 Priory Road, Dorset, Bournemouth, England
The price is Rp1.166.147 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
Rp1.166.147
Rp1.399.376 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Bournemouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
6.6/10 (272 reviews)
"Nice staying in there"

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2025

The Trouville Bournemouth
Carrington House Hotel
Carrington House Hotel
3 out of 5
Knyveton Road, Bournemouth, England
The price is Rp832.962 per night from 2 Jul to 3 Jul
Rp832.962
Rp999.554 total
2 Jul - 3 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Bournemouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
6.4/10 (1,002 reviews)
"I have stayed here on numerous occasions and particularly the staff are kind and very helpful, they have treated me with respect on every occasion."

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2025

Carrington House Hotel
Village Hotel Bournemouth
Village Hotel Bournemouth
3.5 out of 5
Wessex Fields, Deansleigh Road, Bournemouth, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.536.352 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
Rp1.536.352
Rp1.843.622 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Bournemouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
2 day stay at Village Hotel Bournemouth
"Good size room which was clean. Spacious bathroom. Noisy restaurant but food very good. Hotel just beside Bournemouth Royal Hospital which we needed. We therefore didn’t use the gym, pool and spa. I played at the nearby Christchurch Golf Course."

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2025

Village Hotel Bournemouth
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Other neighbourhoods around Poole Old Town

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Oakdale

While Oakdale isn't home to many top sights, Poole Harbour and Lighthouse, Poole's Centre for the Arts are some notable places to visit nearby.

Oakdale
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Parkstone

Are you interested in stunning beaches, fantastic nightlife and luxurious spas? A visit to Parkstone might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Splashdown Waterpark and Tower Park.

Parkstone

Poole Old Town Travel Guide