Poole Old Town Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Poole Old Town
Popular places to visit
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 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 seaside in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Poole Quay
Explore the waterfront in Poole with a trip to Poole Quay. Stroll along the seaside 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 top-notch restaurants.
Brownsea Castle
Ride a ferry to a forested island. Observe colorful peacocks and playful red squirrels beside this grand castle from the 1500s.
Activities
From Bournemouth: Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door Trip
Poole Fish & Chips Lunchtime or Evening Cruise
Bournemouth Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (1 Day Pass) UK
E-Bike excursion to Harrys Rock or Corfé Castle
Our pick of the best Poole Old Town Hotel Deals
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole
Antelope Hotel by Greene King Inns
Brilliant location for Poole Quay. Family room spacious, quiet and clean. Disappointing there was no view out of windows not even a glimpse as totally blocked by white permanent shuttering. I don't care if the view is not great but too see the sky would be good. I'm sure there is good reason why ...
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Laguna Hotel
Awesome facilities. Staff is very kind.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel & Spa
Great location, parking onsite is chargeable but discounted for guests, spa is changeable but again discounted for guests. A piol and gym is free to use. Our room was great and the staff wete brilliant. Breakfast was very good and great variety. We also ate an evening meal here one night and that ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
The Durley Dean Hotel
Convenient for the city. Bathroom toilet seat dirty on our arrival . Breakfast cold, waitress kindly agreed to heat it up in the microwave and it it was returned with along black hair on it
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel
Parking is limited, and if the car park is full, you'll need to leave you car in a municipal car park nearby. If you want a space close to the hotel, you can pay up to £48 for twenty-four hours! This wasn't ideal, but we managed. The hotel was lovely and clean, and the room we stayed in was excellent. ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Poole Old Town
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.
Lilliput
When in Lilliput, you can plan a visit to Poole Harbour and Compton Acres, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
