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Brownsea Castle showing heritage architecture

Brownsea Castle which includes heritage architecture

Brownsea Island which includes a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Compton Acres which includes a garden, a fountain and a statue or sculpture

Poole Harbour which includes a river or creek

Poole Attractions

If you're after things to do in Poole, get set to be busy. This vibrant city is a people-pleaser. No matter your interests, you'll be inspired by the selection of attractions to dive into here. Keep reading to learn about some of the best of them.

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Number of things to do	26
Cheapest thing to do on Expedia	Bournemouth Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self Guided Tour: $13
Top 5 things to do	City Sightseeing Bournemouth Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour E-Bike Day Trip with Lunch to Harrys Rock or Corfé Castle Poole Harbour and Islands Circular Cruise Guided E-Bike Day Trips Dorset Poole Jurassic Coast Circular Cruise
Under $25	City Sightseeing Bournemouth Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour Poole Harbour and Islands Circular Cruise Historic Walking Tour of Poole Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Bournemouth Bournemouth: RockReef Indoor Clip ‘n Climb Entry Ticket
With kids	City Sightseeing Bournemouth Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour E-Bike Day Trip with Lunch to Harrys Rock or Corfé Castle Poole Harbour and Islands Circular Cruise Poole Jurassic Coast Circular Cruise E-Bike Half-Day Trip to Harrys Rock or Corfé Castle

What to do in Poole

Free Things to Do in Poole

Some say the best things in life are free. Be sure to visit the following around Poole:

Poole Old Lifeboat Museum - Bring the whole family and go on an intriguing adventure through history with each other.

The Courtyard Craft Centre - This is a wonderful place to get your culture fix and explore the local arts scene.

Poole Twin Sails Bridge - Architecture enthusiasts will no doubt enjoy marveling at the modern design of this landmark.

Poole Old Town - Get to grips with some of the interesting history of the region through this attraction.

Poole Quay - Learn why tourists and locals alike are enamored by the unique vibe of this place.

Lake North Beach - Devour an amazing novel or listen to a top podcast while grabbing some rays.

Poole Park - Find your green thumb and explore the various plants on show.

Things to Do in Poole with Kids

If you're taking a break with the young ones, you'll find plenty of activities to do together in Poole. These family friendly experiences will put huge smiles on faces both young and old:

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Poole Harbour

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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 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.

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.

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.

Poole Park

After visiting Poole Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Poole. Stroll along the area's seaside, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

Poole featuring a bridge, a river or creek and modern architecture

Poole Twin Sails Bridge

Two illuminated sails appear to cross one another in the center of this inventive bridge on Upton Lake near Poole.

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.

Branksome Chine Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Branksome Chine Beach during your trip to Poole? Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Poole

Parkstone

Visitors to Parkstone rave about its stunning beaches, fantastic nightlife, and luxurious spas. You might also want to make some time to see Splashdown Waterpark or Tower Park while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Poole Old Town

Visitors to Poole Old Town rave about its stunning beaches, fantastic nightlife, and luxurious spas. You might also want to make some time to see Scaplen’s Court Museum or Poole Museum while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Stanley Green, recreation ground Tatnam Farm Recreation Ground, off Stanley Green Road; Poole Town FC ground behind the bushes to the right.

Oakdale

Oakdale might not have many top sights, but Poole Harbour and Lighthouse, Poole's Centre for the Arts are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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