Poole Old Town Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Poole Museum featuring interior views
Poole Museum which includes interior views
Poole Museum featuring interior views
Poole Museum featuring interior views
Poole Museum showing interior views and signage

Popular places to visit

Poole Museum showing interior views

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 Museum
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 seaside in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

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
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
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

Activities

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CRUISE SHIP SPECIAL- JEEP SAFARI - PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR (6 Hours)

AU$1,892
per traveller
CRUISE SHIP SPECIAL- JEEP SAFARI - PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR (6 Hours)
PRIVATE 4x4 Land Rover Safari - Purbeck Hills and Jurassic Coast

PURBECK HILLS & JURASSIC COAST - PRIVATE - 4x4 LAND ROVER SAFARI

AU$1,055
per traveller
PURBECK HILLS & JURASSIC COAST - PRIVATE - 4x4 LAND ROVER SAFARI
CRUISE SHIP SPECIAL- JEEP SAFARI - PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR

CRUISE SHIP SPECIAL- JEEP SAFARI - PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR (8 Hours)

AU$2,290
per traveller
CRUISE SHIP SPECIAL- JEEP SAFARI - PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR (8 Hours)
Private Cruise Ship Special from Southampton Port

CRUISE SHIP SPECIAL- JEEP SAFARI - PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR (8 Hours)

AU$2,290
per traveller
CRUISE SHIP SPECIAL- JEEP SAFARI - PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR (8 Hours)
Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Bournemouth

Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Bournemouth

AU$24
per adult
Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Bournemouth
Jurassic Coast Private Tour from Southampton

Jurassic Coast Private Tour from Southampton

AU$1,216
per traveller
Jurassic Coast Private Tour from Southampton
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Our pick of the best Poole Old Town Hotel Deals

Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole
4 out of 5
Thames Street, Poole, England
The price is AU$176 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
AU$176
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Poole. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (644 reviews)
A very decent stay
"We had a night away at the Hotel Du Vin for my wife's birthday. The hotel was classy, the food was good, nice bar area. We would return."

Reviewed on 13 Feb. 2025

Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole
Antelope Hotel by Greene King Inns
Antelope Hotel by Greene King Inns
3 out of 5
High Street, Poole, England
The price is AU$118 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
AU$118
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Stay at this 3-star inn in Poole. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (292 reviews)
Perfect break
"Great stay all round at a good price"

Reviewed on 2 Jan. 2025

Antelope Hotel by Greene King Inns
Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel
Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel
4 out of 5
105 St. Michael's Road, Bournemouth, England
The price is AU$133 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
AU$133
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
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. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (274 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, lovely staff and great location"

Reviewed on 10 Feb. 2025

Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel
Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel & Spa
Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel & Spa
3 out of 5
7 Durley Chine Road, Bournemouth, England
The price is AU$106 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
AU$106
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this 3-star luxury hotel in Bournemouth. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 indoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Great spa facilities"

Reviewed on 14 Feb. 2025

Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel & Spa
Chewton Glen Hotel & Spa - an Iconic Luxury Hotel
Chewton Glen Hotel & Spa - an Iconic Luxury Hotel
5 out of 5
New Forest, New Milton, England
The price is AU$707 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
AU$707
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in New Milton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Barton-on-sea Beach and Highcliffe ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (107 reviews)
"Great customer service and beautiful hotel!"

Reviewed on 8 Feb. 2025

Chewton Glen Hotel & Spa - an Iconic Luxury Hotel
Hampton by Hilton Bournemouth
Hampton by Hilton Bournemouth
3.5 out of 5
Upper Terrace Road, Bournemouth, England
The price is AU$125 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
AU$125
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Bournemouth. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Easy
"Efficient check in and out / although I have not had my invoice yet"

Reviewed on 13 Feb. 2025

Hampton by Hilton Bournemouth
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Other neighbourhoods around Poole Old Town

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Oakdale

While Oakdale isn't home to many top sights, Lighthouse, Poole's Centre for the Arts and Poole Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Oakdale
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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.

Parkstone

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