Poole Old Town Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

Popular places to visit

Poole Museum showing 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 featuring heritage architecture and a river or creek

Poole Harbour

4.5/5(8 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

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 featuring a pond and heritage architecture

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
Brownsea Castle showing 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

Activities

From Bournemouth: Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door Trip

From Bournemouth: Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door Trip

NZ$87
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

NZ$123
per adult
From Bournemouth: Jurassic Coast & Isle of Purbeck Day Tour
Bournemouth Pier: PierZip Entrance Ticket

Bournemouth Pier: PierZip Entrance Ticket

NZ$56
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

NZ$27
per adult
Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Bournemouth
Bournemouth: RockReef Indoor Clip ‘n Climb Entry Ticket

Bournemouth: RockReef Indoor Clip ‘n Climb Entry Ticket

NZ$40
per adult
Bournemouth: RockReef Indoor Clip ‘n Climb Entry Ticket
Jurassic Coast Private Tour from Southampton

Jurassic Coast Private Tour from Southampton

NZ$1,417
per traveller
Jurassic Coast Private Tour from Southampton
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Our pick of the best Poole Old Town Hotel Deals

Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole
4 out of 5
Thames Street, Poole, England
The price is NZ$316 per night from 6 July to 7 July
NZ$316
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Poole. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
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 NZ$163 per night from 29 June to 30 June
NZ$163
29 June - 30 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star inn in Poole. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (310 reviews)
"Easy to find, off site parking that the hotel had given me info for prior to our arrival. Super friendly staff and walking distance from everything!"

Reviewed on 16 Jun. 2025

Antelope Hotel by Greene King Inns
Laguna Hotel
Laguna Hotel
3 out of 5
6 Suffolk Road South, Bournemouth, England
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Bournemouth. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
7/10 Good! (1,016 reviews)
"Plenty of parking and good value."

Reviewed on 23 Jun. 2025

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Laguna Hotel
The Trouville Bournemouth
The Trouville Bournemouth
3 out of 5
5-7 Priory Road, Dorset, Bournemouth, England
The price is NZ$109 per night from 25 June to 26 June
NZ$109
25 June - 26 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Bournemouth. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
6.6/10 (268 reviews)
Location
"Location Location Location!! Just few minutes to walk to the Bournemouth Pier and beach. Room wasn't the cleanest, but very good just to sleep, pack and go as price for 1 night was incredibly low at this location ."

Reviewed on 24 Jun. 2025

The Trouville Bournemouth
Carrington House Hotel
Carrington House Hotel
3 out of 5
Knyveton Road, Bournemouth, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$102 per night from 29 June to 30 June
NZ$102
29 June - 30 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Bournemouth. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
6.4/10 (1,000 reviews)
"Good sleep. Quiet. Easy to park."

Reviewed on 17 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 NZ$165 per night from 29 June to 30 June
NZ$165
29 June - 30 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Bournemouth. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"It’s okay"

Reviewed on 23 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

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