Title: Visit Poole Old Town: 2026 Poole Old Town, Poole Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in Poole Old Town](https://expedia.com/Poole-Old-Town-Poole-Hotels.0-n553248621533024116-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Poole](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Poole.d5659.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Poole](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Poole.d5659.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Poole Old Town](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Poole-Old-Town.d553248621533024116.Car-Rental-Guide)[Poole Old Town Vacations](https://expedia.com/Poole-Old-Town.d553248621533024116.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Poole Old Town ## Poole ![Poole Old Town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6092123/905dc084-a0ee-4061-b194-336227f33919.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Poole Old Town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6092123/6da497b8-b445-4fc5-8969-98a9073db0a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Poole Old Town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6092123/9eb79ce3-7f6d-48ff-9b44-cc2ecdec849f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Poole Old Town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6092123/f7714b83-5b42-4a3b-8833-d8bf954f935f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Poole Old Town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6092123/4f0db305-9e4e-4b38-9ecd-64661f2af5a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Poole Old Town Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Poole Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Poole.dx5659) If you're curious about how life was many years ago, Poole Old Town will give you a good idea. You'll be wandering through remnants of the past at this popular destination. This [Poole](https://www.expedia.com/Poole.dx5659) historic district is an ideal spot to kick off your day of sightseeing. There's loads to do and see nearby, such as Poole Harbour, Bournemouth Beach, and Corfe Castle. Wander around at your leisure at Poole Old Town before making tracks to these other fine sights. --- ### Popular places to visit ![Poole Museum featuring interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6092123/0b3ebf08-70ea-40b8-8e71-b081f3be256c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Poole-Museum-Poole-Old-Town.d6092123.Vacation-Attraction) ![Poole Harbour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6150277/d21d7868-ece4-47a2-a683-9c5597cf5457.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Poole Harbour Visit a forested part of this harbor’s archipelago after strolling along the charming promenade full of restaurants, pubs and boutiques. [](https://expedia.com/Poole-Harbour-Poole.d6150277.Vacation-Attraction) ![Sandbanks Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5659/64ccaa88-dbba-4a60-8ca2-f96b2b94329a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sandbanks Beach If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Sandbanks Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Sandbanks. Stroll along the waterfront in this romantic area, or check out its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Sandbanks-Beach-Poole.d553248634855571724.Vacation-Attraction) ![532219439](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635930352870/f0dc0470-4b71-4a3f-9e87-e8c77a19c1f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Poole-Quay-Poole.d553248635930352870.Vacation-Attraction) ![Brownsea Castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6092125/08046915-27dc-449e-a714-6f9010ecceb7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Brownsea Castle Ride a ferry to a forested island. Observe colorful peacocks and playful red squirrels beside this grand castle from the 1500s. [](https://expedia.com/Brownsea-Castle-Poole.d6092125.Vacation-Attraction) ![Compton Acres](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6263629/b6d0283f-d7bf-463f-8750-4de680588fa4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Compton-Acres-Poole.d6263629.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![From Bournemouth: Jurassic Coast & Isle of Purbeck Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5095212/7efc07d0-e68e-4c5e-8577-2ae042339b04.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Bournemouth: Jurassic Coast & Isle of Purbeck Day Tour $74 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/from-bournemouth-jurassic-coast-isle-of-purbeck-day-tour.a5095212.activity-details) ![From Bournemouth: Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door Trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4566303/49192bcd-bf3b-49c5-86cf-5060e6e3dc5b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Bournemouth: Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door Trip $40 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/from-bournemouth-lulworth-cove-and-durdle-door-trip.a4566303.activity-details) ![Poole Harbour and Islands Circular Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50180336/2f3d566a-ea40-4848-a73a-27d4b3352b2c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Poole Harbour and Islands Circular Cruise $20 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/poole-harbour-and-islands-circular-cruise.a50180336.activity-details) ![E-Bike excursion to Harrys Rock or Corfé Castle](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4447626/c62bbe7a-283a-446d-a8d1-61cd68a070b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### E-Bike excursion to Harrys Rock or Corfé Castle $128 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/e-bike-excursion-to-harrys-rock-or-corfe-castle.a4447626.activity-details) ![Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Bournemouth](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45073104/49ccfca4-946d-42e0-b287-3c2bb23ce30a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Bournemouth $16 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/bar-club-queue-jump-entry-party-pass-to-multiple-venues-in-bournemouth.a45073104.activity-details) ![E-bike excursion exploring the Purbecks](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4097836/525f7b2b-411e-4cf9-8034-15f52732f31e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### E-bike excursion exploring the Purbecks $128 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/e-bike-excursion-exploring-the-purbecks.a4097836.activity-details) [See all activities in Poole](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Poole.d5659.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Poole Old Town Hotel Deals ![Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7730000/7728500/7728463/88e5e22d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole Thames Street Poole England $105 nightly $126 total Mar 29 - Mar 30 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Poole. 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