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 beautiful beaches or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.

Poole Quay
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
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

Things to do

From Bournemouth: Jurassic Coast & Isle of Purbeck Day Tour

From Bournemouth: Jurassic Coast & Isle of Purbeck Day Tour

Rp1.232.287
per adult
From Bournemouth: Jurassic Coast & Isle of Purbeck Day Tour
Bournemouth: RockReef Indoor Clip ‘n Climb Entry Ticket

Bournemouth: RockReef Indoor Clip ‘n Climb Entry Ticket

Rp403.294
per adult
Bournemouth: RockReef Indoor Clip ‘n Climb Entry Ticket
From Bournemouth: Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door Trip

From Bournemouth: Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door Trip

Rp873.803
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
From Bournemouth: Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door Trip
Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Bournemouth

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

Rp269.102
per adult
Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Bournemouth
Bournemouth Pier: PierZip Entrance Ticket

Bournemouth Pier: PierZip Entrance Ticket

Rp560.130
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bournemouth Pier: PierZip Entrance Ticket
Bournemouth Hidden Gems

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

Rp336.078
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

Antelope Hotel by Greene King Inns

Antelope Hotel by Greene King Inns

3 out of 5
High Street, Poole, England
The price is Rp1.166.385 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
Rp1.166.385
Rp1.399.662 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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! (337 reviews)
"Nice stay with a restaurant on the premises. Lovely room with a comfortable bed and a nice bathroom. Great place to stay before embarking on a ferry trip to the Channel Islands."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Antelope Hotel by Greene King Inns
The Merchant House

The Merchant House

4 out of 5
10 Strand Street, Poole, England
The price is Rp2.948.426 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
Rp2.948.426
Rp3.538.199 total
22 Oct - 23 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star B&B in Poole. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge) and an outdoor tennis court. Our guests praise the breakfast in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (251 reviews)
"Comfortable stay and a great location. Easy parking in the multi storey across the road. The breakfast was epic."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

The Merchant House
Royal Bath Hotel & Spa Bournemouth

Royal Bath Hotel & Spa Bournemouth

4 out of 5
Bath Road, Bournemouth, England
The price is Rp884.550 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
Rp884.550
Rp1.061.460 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Bournemouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the overall value ...
7/10 Good! (1,009 reviews)
"As always clean room fantastic staff all willling o help polite with positive attitudes nice bar decent restyaranr good breakfasts"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Royal Bath Hotel & Spa Bournemouth
Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel & Spa

Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel & Spa

3 out of 5
7 Durley Chine Road, Bournemouth, England
The price is Rp977.542 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
Rp977.542
Rp1.173.050 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star luxury hotel in Bournemouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 indoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,010 reviews)
Shame about noise
"Noisy room as the flat roof outside our room housed air pumps which continually made a noise all night long. Facilities were excellent and the staff extremely friendly and helpful"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel & Spa
Hampton by Hilton Bournemouth

Hampton by Hilton Bournemouth

3.5 out of 5
Upper Terrace Road, Bournemouth, England
The price is Rp1.349.119 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
Rp1.349.119
Rp1.618.943 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Bournemouth. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Friendly staff new and clean hotel and great service"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Hampton by Hilton Bournemouth
Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel

Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
105 St. Michael's Road, Bournemouth, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.732.243 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
Rp1.732.243
Rp2.078.692 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Bournemouth. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (445 reviews)
"Excellent location, lovely hotel, great room, friendly helpful staff."

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel
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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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Lilliput

When in Lilliput, you can plan a visit to Poole Harbour and Compton Acres, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Lilliput
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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