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

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

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
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
Bournemouth Pier: PierZip Entrance Ticket

Bournemouth Pier: PierZip Entrance Ticket

AU$52
per adult
Bournemouth Pier: PierZip Entrance Ticket
Jurassic Coast Private Tour from Southampton

Jurassic Coast Private Tour from Southampton

AU$1,310
per traveller
Jurassic Coast Private Tour from Southampton
Guided E-Bike Day Trips Dorset

Guided E-Bike Day Trips Dorset

AU$218
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Guided E-Bike Day Trips Dorset
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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$362 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
AU$362
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (684 reviews)
"It was quirky but excellent"

Reviewed on 3 Jul. 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$162 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$162
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (316 reviews)
"I love old hotels with some character, much more than anonymous new ones. This had everything I needed for a quick overnight stay and the staff were very pleasant. A card with information about free wifi would have been helpful."

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

Antelope Hotel by Greene King Inns
Laguna Hotel

Laguna Hotel

3 out of 5
6 Suffolk Road South, Bournemouth, England
The price is AU$108 per night from 23 July to 24 July
AU$108
23 July - 24 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! (1,010 reviews)
"shower was ok but not enough power floor was a bit uneven and creaky as you walked over the floor board's but overall it was a good hotel a bit old fashioned but a nice stay"

Reviewed on 20 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$275 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$275
10 Aug - 11 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! (384 reviews)
"Ecellent room, quiet. Short wslk to sea."

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel
Carrington House Hotel

Carrington House Hotel

3 out of 5
Knyveton Road, Bournemouth, England
The price is AU$108 per night from 23 July to 24 July
AU$108
23 July - 24 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 (1,013 reviews)
"Clean and functional, does tge job"

Reviewed on 19 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$177 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$177
27 July - 28 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! (1,007 reviews)
"Very friendly staff"

Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025

Village Hotel 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, 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
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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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