Parkstone Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Parkstone
Popular places to visit
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 waterfront 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 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.
RNLI College
Enjoy the student vibe at RNLI College as part of your travels around Poole. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.
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.
Activities
From Bournemouth: Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door Trip
Bournemouth Pier: PierZip Entrance Ticket
Jaggers Comedy Club Saturday Night Stand up Comedy in Bournemouth
E-Bike excursion to Harrys Rock or Corfé Castle
Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Bournemouth
Our pick of the best Parkstone Hotel Deals
Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel & Spa
Didn’t use the facilities
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel
Lovely friendly staff. Ceiling of our room needed attention. Breakfast overpriced for the quality.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Hilton Bournemouth
Pool was nice but busy, rest of the hotel was nice.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
The Norfolk Royale Hotel
Friendly pleasant staff. Location of the hotel is superb.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
The Durley Dean Hotel
Great place
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Laguna Hotel
Nice enough place to stay, excellent swimming pool which really made it for us!! Room was dated, but perfectly suitable for our needs. Felt like the bedding could do with renewal, was clean but visibly old & worn. Staff we met were lovely!
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Parkstone
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 Branksome Chine Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
