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

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 waterfront in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.

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

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

฿2,408
per adult
From Bournemouth: Jurassic Coast & Isle of Purbeck Day Tour
Jurassic Coast and Durdle Door in Executive Vehicle Private Tour

Jurassic Coast and Durdle Door in Executive Vehicle Private Tour

฿51,128
per adult
Jurassic Coast and Durdle Door in Executive Vehicle Private Tour
From Bournemouth: Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door Trip

From Bournemouth: Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door Trip

฿1,707
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
From Bournemouth: Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door Trip
Bournemouth Pier: PierZip Entrance Ticket

Bournemouth Pier: PierZip Entrance Ticket

฿1,094
per adult
Bournemouth Pier: PierZip Entrance Ticket
Jurassic Coast Private Tour from Southampton

Jurassic Coast Private Tour from Southampton

฿27,578
per traveller
Jurassic Coast Private Tour from Southampton
Guided E-Bike Day Trips Dorset

Guided E-Bike Day Trips Dorset

฿4,596
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Guided E-Bike Day Trips Dorset
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Top hotels in Poole Old Town

Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole

Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole

4 out of 5
Thames Street, Poole, England
The price is ฿6,020 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
฿6,020
฿7,224 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Poole. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (684 reviews)
"It was quirky but excellent"

Reviewed on 3 Jul 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
The price is ฿2,774 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
฿2,774
฿3,329 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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! (317 reviews)
"I love old hotels with some character, much more than anonymous new ones. This had everything I needed for a quick overnight stay and the staff were very pleasant. A card with information about free wifi would have been helpful."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Antelope Hotel by Greene King Inns
Laguna Hotel

Laguna Hotel

3 out of 5
6 Suffolk Road South, Bournemouth, England
The price is ฿2,123 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
฿2,123
฿2,547 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Bournemouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
7/10 Good! (1,022 reviews)
"Hotel staff very friendly and helpful .hotel swimming pool was lovely . Breakfast lots of choice and very nice"

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025

Laguna Hotel
Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel

Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
105 St. Michael's Road, Bournemouth, England
The price is ฿4,539 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
฿4,539
฿5,446 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Bournemouth. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (385 reviews)
"Ecellent room, quiet. Short wslk to sea."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel
Carrington House Hotel

Carrington House Hotel

3 out of 5
Knyveton Road, Bournemouth, England
The price is ฿1,958 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
฿1,958
฿2,350 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Bournemouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
6.4/10 (1,015 reviews)
Value for money
"We’ve stayed here numerous times, it’s our go to place to stay in Bournemouth. Value for money. The rooms are basic but clean and with free parking. It’s a leisurely 20 minute stroll to the main shopping centre/beach/gardens. We finally got to use the pool on this visit! Was lovely to check out but ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Carrington House Hotel
Village Hotel Bournemouth

Village Hotel Bournemouth

3.5 out of 5
Wessex Fields, Deansleigh Road, Bournemouth, England
The price is ฿3,195 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
฿3,195
฿3,834 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Bournemouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Very friendly staff"

Reviewed on 7 Jul 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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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