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$128 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$128
per night
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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
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 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$98
per night
26 Oct - 27 Oct
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! (1,005 reviews)
"The staff were lovely and very welcoming, the breakfast was not the best and was a little disappointed on having to pay to use the pool as you pay enough already to stay. Apart from this very lovely"

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

Royal Bath Hotel & Spa Bournemouth
Laguna Hotel

Laguna Hotel

3 out of 5
6 Suffolk Road South, Bournemouth, England
The price is AU$90 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$90
per night
12 Oct - 13 Oct
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Soundproofing could be looked at between some of the rooms."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Laguna Hotel
Carrington House Hotel

Carrington House Hotel

3 out of 5
Knyveton Road, Bournemouth, England
The price is AU$84 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$84
per night
19 Oct - 20 Oct
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 (1,001 reviews)
"Very nice.."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Carrington House Hotel
Hampton by Hilton Bournemouth

Hampton by Hilton Bournemouth

3.5 out of 5
Upper Terrace Road, Bournemouth, England
The price is AU$150 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$150
per night
9 Nov - 10 Nov
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Friendly staff new and clean hotel and great service"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Hampton by Hilton 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$113 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$113
per night
9 Nov - 10 Nov
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! (1,005 reviews)
"Very nice room was a bit tired and in need of a bit updating the meals were expensive"

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025

Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel & Spa
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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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