What to do in Poole

Activities, attractions and tours

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Poole Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Poole has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

Poole is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Poole to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

Poole Attractions

Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Poole.

Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Poole attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.

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What to do in Poole

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Poole Harbour

Poole Harbour

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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

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Sandbanks Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Sandbanks. Stroll along the waterfront in this relaxing area, or check out its lively bars.

Sandbanks Beach
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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
RNLI College

RNLI College

Explore the campus of RNLI College during your stay in Poole. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.

RNLI College
Brownsea Castle

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

Compton Acres

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
Upton Country Park

Upton Country Park

Explore the great outdoors at Upton Country Park, a lovely green space in Poole. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.

Upton Country Park
Poole Twin Sails Bridge

Poole Twin Sails Bridge

Poole Twin Sails Bridge is just one of the places to see in Hamworthy, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Poole Twin Sails Bridge
Poole Museum

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

Explore areas of Poole

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Parkstone

Visitors to Parkstone rave about its stunning beaches, fantastic nightlife, and luxurious spas. You might also want to make some time to see Splashdown Waterpark or Tower Park while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Parkstone
Oakdale

Oakdale

Oakdale might not have many top sights, but Lighthouse, Poole's Centre for the Arts and Poole Harbour are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Oakdale
Poole Old Town

Poole Old Town

Visitors to Poole Old Town rave about its stunning beaches, fantastic nightlife, and luxurious spas. You might also want to make some time to see Scaplen’s Court Museum or Poole Museum while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Poole Old Town
Lilliput

Lilliput

While Lilliput might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Compton Acres and Branksome Chine Beach.

Lilliput

 

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Day trip destinations from Poole

Bournemouth

Bournemouth

Swanage Pier, Swanange Beach, Dorset, Jurassic Coast, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Swanage

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Wareham

Sandbanks
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Sandbanks

Hamworthy

Hamworthy

Corfe Mullen
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Corfe Mullen

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Canford Cliffs

Broadstone
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Broadstone

Frequently asked questions

Is Poole worth visiting?
Famous for its cycling and underwater activities, discovering cool things to do in Poole is easy. Don't forget to add Sandbanks Beach to your itinerary when here.
How do I spend a day in Poole?
Sandbanks Beach and Swanage Beach are two excellent places to start your vacation adventures. Remember to check out the dining and retail options in Poole while you're there too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Poole?
Don't leave without exploring Sandbanks Beach, ranked the top tourist attraction in Poole.
Is three days enough to stay in Poole?
Three days will give you time to check out some popular city attractions, including Sandbanks Beach, Wimborne Minster and Studland Beach and Nature Reserve. The average stay in Poole is two days. If you have the urge to extend your getaway, Southampton isn't far away.
Is Poole a walkable city?
With exciting neighbourhoods and major sights within walking distance of the city centre, Poole is a good destination to discover on foot. Enjoy wandering between Sandbanks Beach and Brownsea Castle. Then take a stroll around Poole Old Town, located 0.16 kilometres from the centre, and Oakdale, which is about 2 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Poole with kids?
If you're searching for tours and attractions for all the family, have a look at these excellent ideas for what to do in Poole with kids.

What to do in Poole for adults?
Rockley Sands Beach and Purbeck Mineral and Mining Museum are just a couple of the things to do in Poole. With lots of activities available, there's something here for everyone to explore.
Are there free things to do in Poole?
In Poole, Sandbanks Beach is an unmissable spot for anyone looking to tour the city without taking their wallet out. Also, wander around the parks and other neighbourhoods, and ask a local tour guide for tips. It's a simple way to find out about the best free things to do in Poole.

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