Things to do in Bournemouth

A vibrant and cosmopolitan seaside town

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Local Attractions       Museums       Parks & Open spaces       Beaches       Galleries      

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All Fired Up
Paint your own ceramics cafe.
Less than a mile



Hot Air Balloon Ride
Enjoy the best possible views of Bournemouth on this hot air balloon.
Less than a mile



Brownsea Island
National Trust - Beautiful wildlife haven.
4.1 miles



Kingston Lacy
National Trust - 17th-century mansion, later transformed into an Italian Renaissance palazzo.
9.1 miles



Corfe Castle
National Trust - One of Britain's most majestic ruins.
9.7 miles



The Needles Old Battery
National Trust - Built against the threat of French invasion in 1862.
13.8 miles



Poole Museum And Scalpen Court FREE
Fascinating look at the history of Poole.
4.8 miles



The Peacock Gallery FREE
Popular art gallery.
5.9 miles

Bournemouth Aquarium
Spectacular aquarium and undersea adventure.  www 
Less than a mile
Compton Acres
The South's Finest Privately Owned Historic Gardens.  www 
2.4 miles
Splashdown
Fun filled waterpark.  www 
Suggested by J,M, Hitchin
3.6 miles
Brownsea Island
National Trust site. Peaceful island of woodland, wetland and heath with a rich diversity of wildlife.  www 
4.1 miles
Kayaking And Canoeing Tours
Unique water based tours around Bournemouth's scenic coast.  www 
6.8 miles

  

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  Eat & Drink in Bournemouth


Restaurants       Bars & Pubs       Takeaways      

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Zizzi's - Richmond Hill
Exciting Italian food.
Less than a mile

The Print Room
Cafes & Restaurants.
Less than a mile
Slug And Lettuce - Bourne Avenue
Delicious pub food.  www 
Less than a mile
Bella Italia
Fresh Italian food.  www 
Less than a mile
Ciao Restaurant
Cafes & Restaurants.
Less than a mile
Wagamama
Japenese noodle bar.  www 
Less than a mile
The Mandarin
Cafes & Restaurants.
Less than a mile
Pizza Express
Popular pizza restaurant.  www 
Less than a mile

  


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  Watch, Listen & Nights out in Bournemouth


Cinema       Theatre, Ballet & Opera       Nightclubs       Live Music & Concerts       Comedy      

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Lava And Ignite
Award winning nightclub.
Less than a mile



O2 Academy
Live Music and Entertainment Venue. Full listings available.
1.7 miles

Odeon Cinema
Multi-screen cinema.  www 
Less than a mile
Empire Cinema
Multi-screen cinema.  www 
3.6 miles
Tower Park Entertainment Complex
10 screen cinema, ten pin bowling, waterpark, arcades, kids soft play, fitness centre and bingo hall.  www 
3.6 miles
Brownsea Open Air Theatre
Unique theatre experience. Full listings available.  www 
2 miles
V Nightclub
Bournemouth's premier nightclub venue.  www 
Less than a mile
Old Fire Station
Unique live music venue and nightclub. Full listings available.  www 
Less than a mile
Bournemouth International Centre And Pavilion Theatre
The best in live music, comedy, drama and ballet. Full listings available.  www 
Less than a mile

  

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  Sports & Leisure in Bournemouth


Golf       Fitness & Leisure centres       Bowling       Water sports       Walks & Cycle rides       Dance       Special Interest      

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Pure Gym
Fitness centre.
Less than a mile



Bournemouth Surf School
Learn to surf.
1.6 miles

Bournemouth & Meyrick Park Golf Club
Golf Club.  www 
Less than a mile
Queen Park Golf Club
Queens Park Golf Club.  www 
1.7 miles
Parkstone Golf Club
Parkstone is one of the best known and finest courses on the South Coast.  www 
2.5 miles
Knighton Heath Golf Club
Knighton Heath Golf Club is a genuine heath land course situated on 90 acres of high ground beside Canford Heath and is a great place to play golf in Dorset.  www 
3.4 miles
Parley Golf Club
Parley Golf Centre is home to an easy-walking nine hole course with 18 tee positions, which add a varied dimension to your game.  www 
3.8 miles
Fitspace
Affordable gym and fitness centre.  www 
Less than a mile
Fitness First
Friendly gym and fitness centre.  www 
1.8 miles

  


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  Kids in Bournemouth


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All Fired Up
Paint your own ceramics cafe.
Less than a mile



Bournemouth Surf School
Learn to surf.
1.6 miles

Giggles
Newly refurbished soft play centre.  www 
3.1 miles
Monkey Bizness
Largest soft play centre in the area.  www 
3.6 miles
Parks In Bournemouth
Details of all parks and open spaces in Bournemouth.  www 
Less than a mile
Laserquest
The South Coast's largest laserquest centre.  www 
Less than a mile
Odeon Cinema
Multi-screen cinema.  www 
Less than a mile
Bournemouth Aquarium
Spectacular aquarium and undersea adventure.  www 
Less than a mile
Beach Hut Hire
Hire your very own beach hut.  www 
Less than a mile

  

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Where to stay in Bournemouth

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Did you know...

  • In Bournemouth on 12th July 1910 Rolls Royce co-founder Charles Rolls became the first British man to be killed in an aircraft crash.
  • Percy Shelley’s heart is interred in St Peter’s Church, Bournemouth.
  • Bournemouth has nearly 2,000 acres of Parks & Gardens

Other info

Tourist Info Office located at: Westover Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, England, BH1 2BU

Famous for...

Beaches, Pier and Winter Gardens

Annual events in Bournemouth