The Golden Keys Guidebook to Poole and Bournemouth
Sightseeing
Bournemouth’s beaches have consistently been voted the nations favourite. Find lush sandy beaches, Bournemouth Pier and Arcades, Mini Golf, restaurants and bars (including Harry Ramsden’s) as well as all of the conveniences of Bournemouth town centre where you can find cinemas, shopping, escape rooms, arcades and more.
Don’t forget to give Bournemouth Gardens a visit whilst you’re here!
If you get the chance, definitely see a show at the Bournemouth International Centre (BIC).
West Undercliff Promenade
West Undercliff PromenadeBournemouth’s beaches have consistently been voted the nations favourite. Find lush sandy beaches, Bournemouth Pier and Arcades, Mini Golf, restaurants and bars (including Harry Ramsden’s) as well as all of the conveniences of Bournemouth town centre where you can find cinemas, shopping, escape rooms, arcades and more.
Don’t forget to give Bournemouth Gardens a visit whilst you’re here!
If you get the chance, definitely see a show at the Bournemouth International Centre (BIC).
Located in the Tower Park shopping estate, where you can also find cinemas, arcades, restaurants, fast food and more
63 locals recommend
Splashdown
Tower ParkLocated in the Tower Park shopping estate, where you can also find cinemas, arcades, restaurants, fast food and more
Poole Harbour
Great beach, with local yacht club and pubs
Breathtaking views of the local area from the historic Corfe Castle. Great for families and first timers.
425 locals recommend
Corfe Castle
Breathtaking views of the local area from the historic Corfe Castle. Great for families and first timers.
Sandbanks
Picturesque beaches in the more upmarket area of Poole
A great place for lunch, or a round of Mini-Golf
82 locals recommend
Bournemouth Parks - Lower Gardens
A great place for lunch, or a round of Mini-Golf
Poole Quay
The QuayVisit Poole Quay for an excess of great local pubs and restaurants.
Part of the Jurassic Coast, experience some proper history with a visit here, and make sure to take advantage of one of the many tour guide packages available.
383 locals recommend
Lulworth Cove
Part of the Jurassic Coast, experience some proper history with a visit here, and make sure to take advantage of one of the many tour guide packages available.
A fantastic opportunity for groups and families to explore the local nature of Poole
Ham Common, Dorset
A fantastic opportunity for groups and families to explore the local nature of Poole
Enjoy lovely strolls through Poole Park, with views of the lake and a cafe if you get hungry
6 locals recommend
Poole Park
Poole ParkEnjoy lovely strolls through Poole Park, with views of the lake and a cafe if you get hungry
Rockley Park Holiday Centre
Napier RoadFood scene
The Yachtsman, Hamworthy
Lake DriveClassic pub just at the end of the road
Lake Yard
Informal dining just 150 yards away
Cobbs Yacht Club Bar & Restaurant
Informal dining that often offers live music.
Cute and cosy venue located on a nearby farm. Perfect for afternoon tea, or as a failsafe hangover cure!
10 locals recommend
The Barn Cafe
Wareham RoadCute and cosy venue located on a nearby farm. Perfect for afternoon tea, or as a failsafe hangover cure!
Poole Arms
19 The QuayGreat food on the waterfront
Lord Nelson Poole
Jolly Sailor
The QuayPortsmouth Hoy
The QuayThe Quay
21 The QuayGuildhall Tavern
15 Market StSmart casual dining.
Fantastic seafood with stunning views in Sandbanks. Formal Dining.
120 locals recommend
Rick Stein, Sandbanks
10-14 Banks RdFantastic seafood with stunning views in Sandbanks. Formal Dining.
Harry Ramsden's
Undercliff DrivePerfect Views and Perfect Food
The Jetty
95 MudefordPerfect formal dining venue on the water in Christchurch
The Baker's Arms
Dorchester RoadGreat family pub
St Peters Finger, Lytchett Minster
52 Dorchester RdGreat family pub
Bistro On The Beach
Southbourne Coast RoadEnjoy fantastic views from this seafood, all-day dining venue
The Scott Arms
West StreetFantastic views over the Purbecks
Cock and Bottle Inn Morden
95 B3075
Isabels Restaurant
48 Station RoadFormal dining
Miller & Carter Poole
553 Wallisdown Rd