Lilliput Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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 relaxing area or visit its lively bars.
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.
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.
Brownsea Castle
Ride a ferry to a forested island. Observe colorful peacocks and playful red squirrels beside this grand castle from the 1500s.
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
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
E-bike excursion exploring the Purbecks
Our pick of the best Lilliput Hotel Deals
Laguna Hotel
Old building creaky floors, very old carpet and pillows! However for the money it was ok
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Bournemouth East Cliff by Belvilla
The staff (Jamal) were friendly and welcoming. The hotel however is tired and requires a makeover and updating.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
The Durley Dean Hotel
Lovely staff as always. A few issues in our rooms (tv remote missing, wall lamp not working). Good breakfast, fresh and tasty. Excellent bar menu, very good smoked salmon sandwiches!
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
The Norfolk Royale Hotel
It was very noisy until past 10pm with activities and when arriving with our nurse old, it wasn't hugely ideal. What was good was the dark room, bath, bath mat and fridge.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel & Spa
My husband & I arrived on a Friday and we're fairly late arriving, we were shocked at the price of the parking, the sign said £18 per day. You have to use an app which I do not like! We walked to reception and booked in. We were told our room was on third floor. We got in the lift and went up, as ...
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel
Great location with great views of the sea.Very charming and polite staff
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lilliput
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.
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.
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.
