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 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

From Bournemouth: Jurassic Coast & Isle of Purbeck Day Tour

From Bournemouth: Jurassic Coast & Isle of Purbeck Day Tour

AU$113
per adult
From Bournemouth: Jurassic Coast & Isle of Purbeck Day Tour
Bournemouth: RockReef Indoor Clip ‘n Climb Entry Ticket

Bournemouth: RockReef Indoor Clip ‘n Climb Entry Ticket

AU$37
per adult
Bournemouth: RockReef Indoor Clip ‘n Climb Entry Ticket
From Bournemouth: Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door Trip

From Bournemouth: Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door Trip

AU$80
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
From Bournemouth: Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door Trip
Bournemouth Pier: PierZip Entrance Ticket

Bournemouth Pier: PierZip Entrance Ticket

AU$51
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bournemouth Pier: PierZip Entrance Ticket
Jaggers Comedy Club. Stand up Comedy Bournemouth

Jaggers Comedy Club. Stand up Comedy Bournemouth

AU$51
per adult
Jaggers Comedy Club. Stand up Comedy Bournemouth
E-Bike Half-Day Trip to Harrys Rock or Corfé Castle

E-Bike Half-Day Trip to Harrys Rock or Corfé Castle

AU$195
per adult
E-Bike Half-Day Trip to Harrys Rock or Corfé Castle
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Our pick of the best Poole Old Town Hotel Deals

Antelope Hotel by Greene King Inns

Antelope Hotel by Greene King Inns

3 out of 5
High Street, Poole, England
The price is AU$129 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$129
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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! (337 reviews)
"Nice stay with a restaurant on the premises. Lovely room with a comfortable bed and a nice bathroom. Great place to stay before embarking on a ferry trip to the Channel Islands."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Antelope Hotel by Greene King Inns
The Merchant House

The Merchant House

4 out of 5
10 Strand Street, Poole, England
The price is AU$327 per night from 15 Oct to 16 Oct
AU$327
15 Oct - 16 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star B&B in Poole. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge) and an outdoor tennis court. Our guests praise the breakfast in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (251 reviews)
"Comfortable stay and a great location. Easy parking in the multi storey across the road. The breakfast was epic."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

The Merchant House
Royal Bath Hotel & Spa Bournemouth

Royal Bath Hotel & Spa Bournemouth

4 out of 5
Bath Road, Bournemouth, England
The price is AU$98 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$98
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Bournemouth. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the overall value ...
7/10 Good! (1,010 reviews)
Beautiful location
"Beautiful location and gardens, close to sea, helpful staff. Great to have gluten free toast brought to my table at breakfast"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Royal Bath Hotel & Spa Bournemouth
Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel & Spa

Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel & Spa

3 out of 5
7 Durley Chine Road, Bournemouth, England
The price is AU$102 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
AU$102
6 Nov - 7 Nov
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Very helpful taff"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel & Spa
Hampton by Hilton Bournemouth

Hampton by Hilton Bournemouth

3.5 out of 5
Upper Terrace Road, Bournemouth, England
The price is AU$157 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$157
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,005 reviews)
"Really great hotel for a reasonable price"

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

Hampton by Hilton Bournemouth
Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel

Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
105 St. Michael's Road, Bournemouth, England
The price is AU$192 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$192
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Bournemouth. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (445 reviews)
"Excellent location, lovely hotel, great room, friendly helpful staff."

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel
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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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