Bournemouth City Centre Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Bournemouth City Centre
Popular places to visit

Bournemouth Beach
Stroll along miles of England’s southern coast and stop at the fun parks and activity centers along the way.

Bournemouth International Centre
Go to a performance, conference, exhibition or other event at this large venue, which sits on the beautiful coast of Bournemouth.

Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre
Treat yourself to a night of early 20th-century-style grandeur at this opulent and historic theater, where you can see everything from dramas to concerts.

Bournemouth Pier
Zipline from a tall tower on the pier over the waves of the sea and down to the beach from this pier’s exhilarating activity center.

Oceanarium
Face fearsome sharks, feed the giant turtles and explore the tanks full of colorful animals you never knew existed.

The Square
Go straight to the heart of Bournemouth at this pedestrianized square that’s surrounded by sights, stores, restaurants and bars.
Activities

From Bournemouth: Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door Trip

Jaggers Comedy Club Saturday Night Stand up Comedy in Bournemouth

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

Jurassic Coast Private Tour from Southampton
Our pick of the best Bournemouth City Centre Hotel Deals

Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel
We had a lovely room overlooking the beach. Huge bed, beautiful view, and the room was modern and clean. The staff were all really friendly and helpful. We will definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026

Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel & Spa
Great location, lovely room, spacious, modern and clean. Staff very friendly and helpfil
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026

Hilton Bournemouth
Very comfortable stay. Good breakfast. Highly recommended.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026

The Norfolk Royale Hotel
Lovely hotel, bit dated in areas but that wasn't a problem to us. No complaints about our room. All the staff were very friendly. We enjoyed our evening meals at the hotel, breakfast could be improved slightly. Great location also an added bonus was the car park underneath the hotel.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026

Bournemouth East Cliff by Belvilla
I didn't actually stay east cliff as it was shut but I was not informed of this. A note was posted on the door that told me to go to the hotel next door. The man who checked me in seemed very overwhelmed and very little information about anything. My room was incredibly hot throughout my stay. I ...
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026

Hampton by Hilton Bournemouth
Lovely place to stay.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bournemouth City Centre

West Cliff
While visiting West Cliff, you might make a stop by sights like Bournemouth Beach and Alum Chine Beach.

