Parkstone Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Poole Harbour featuring heritage architecture and a river or creek

Poole Harbour

4.5/5(8 reviews)

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
Compton Acres featuring 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
Brownsea Castle showing 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
Poole Park

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 savour its top-notch restaurants.

Poole Park

Activities

From Bournemouth: Jurassic Coast & Isle of Purbeck Day Tour

From Bournemouth: Jurassic Coast & Isle of Purbeck Day Tour

AU$114
per adult
From Bournemouth: Jurassic Coast & Isle of Purbeck Day Tour
From Bournemouth: Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door Trip

From Bournemouth: Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door Trip

AU$81
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
From Bournemouth: Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door Trip
Bournemouth Pier: PierZip Entrance Ticket

Bournemouth Pier: PierZip Entrance Ticket

AU$52
per adult
Bournemouth Pier: PierZip Entrance Ticket
Jaggers Comedy Club. Stand up Comedy Bournemouth

Jaggers Comedy Club. Stand up Comedy Bournemouth

AU$52
per adult
Jaggers Comedy Club. Stand up Comedy Bournemouth
Jurassic Coast Private Tour from Southampton

Jurassic Coast Private Tour from Southampton

AU$1,310
per traveller
Jurassic Coast Private Tour from Southampton
E-Bike Day Trip with Lunch to Harrys Rock or Corfé Castle

E-Bike Day Trip with Lunch to Harrys Rock or Corfé Castle

AU$197
per adult
E-Bike Day Trip with Lunch to Harrys Rock or Corfé Castle
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Our pick of the best Parkstone Hotel Deals

Laguna Hotel

Laguna Hotel

3 out of 5
6 Suffolk Road South, Bournemouth, England
The price is AU$104 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$104
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Bournemouth. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
7/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Great value"

Reviewed on 15 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 AU$251 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$251
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 our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (382 reviews)
Weekend stay at the Marriott
"The hotel staff were very friendly, the rooms were lovely, clean & the beds were very comfortable. On site parking & heated outdoor pool. Breakfast was very good. Overall stay was excellent."

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel
The Trouville Bournemouth

The Trouville Bournemouth

3 out of 5
5-7 Priory Road, Dorset, Bournemouth, England
The price is AU$119 per night from 22 July to 23 July
AU$119
22 July - 23 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Bournemouth. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
6.6/10 (305 reviews)
"Near to all attractions great location"

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

The Trouville Bournemouth
Carrington House Hotel

Carrington House Hotel

3 out of 5
Knyveton Road, Bournemouth, England
The price is AU$107 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$107
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Bournemouth. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
6.4/10 (1,005 reviews)
Pet friendly lovely hotel
"Beautiful pet friendly hotel with good onsite restaurant and entertainment. Staff are amazing."

Reviewed on 17 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 AU$165 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$165
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Bournemouth. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Very friendly staff"

Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025

Village Hotel Bournemouth
Royal Bath Hotel & Spa Bournemouth

Royal Bath Hotel & Spa Bournemouth

4 out of 5
Bath Road, Bournemouth, England
The price is AU$122 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$122
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bournemouth. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the overall value in our ...
6.8/10 (1,047 reviews)
"My wife and I stayed there for 3 nights last week. We were looked after extremely well from the moment we booked in until we left. We were fortunate to have a room that had a door out to the gardens and that was close to the bar and restaurant areas. It made a change to stay in an old hotel that ..."

Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025

Royal Bath Hotel & Spa Bournemouth
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Other neighbourhoods around Parkstone

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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
Poole Museum featuring interior views

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 neighbourhood.

Poole Old Town

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