Poole Old Town Travel Guide
Poole
Visit Poole Old Town
Popular places to visit
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 Harbour
Visit a forested part of this harbor’s archipelago after strolling along the charming promenade full of restaurants, pubs and boutiques.
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.
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.
Brownsea Castle
Ride a ferry to a forested island. Observe colorful peacocks and playful red squirrels beside this grand castle from the 1500s.
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.
Things to do
From Bournemouth: Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door Trip
Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Bournemouth
Jurassic Coast Private Tour from Southampton
Top hotels in Poole Old Town
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole
Very nice
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Antelope Hotel by Greene King Inns
Great breakfast and lovely room
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel & Spa
Nice room Good amenities Quiet - couldn’t hear and noise or much road noise
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Laguna Hotel
Great as always
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel
Reception staff exceptional, room very spacious, great bathroom, felt very new and lovely toiletries. Would definitely go back.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Village Hotel Bournemouth
Overall great experience checking in and staff lovely helpful. Good spa facilities. However we stayed in room 405 and there was a horrible draft coming through the window. We noticed it at around 10.30pm after we came up from the pool and it made the room cold all night. We tried putting towels around ...
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Poole Old Town
Oakdale
While Oakdale isn't home to many top sights, Lighthouse, Poole's Centre for the Arts and Poole Harbour are some notable places to visit nearby.
Lilliput
When in Lilliput, you can plan a visit to Compton Acres and Sandbanks Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
