Popular places to visit

Poole Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Poole with a trip to Poole Harbour. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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 seaside or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.

Brownsea Castle
After visiting Brownsea Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Studland. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.

Compton Acres
Explore the great outdoors at Compton Acres, a lovely green space in Canford Cliffs. Visit the area's spas or amble around its beautiful beaches.

Poole Park
After visiting Poole Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Poole. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Top hotels in Oakdale

Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns
Super-helpful staff
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025

Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel & Spa
Friendly staff , good location, thoroughly enjoyable stay , many thanks
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025

Hampton by Hilton Bournemouth
Staff lovely and helpful, rooms clean and tidy
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025

Village Hotel Bournemouth
The facility was great as are the staff,
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025

Laguna Hotel
Good for price and free parking
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025

Hilton Bournemouth
Lovely hotel
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Oakdale

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.

Lilliput
When in Lilliput, you can plan a visit to Compton Acres and Sandbanks Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Oakdale Travel Guide
- New Forest National Park
- Poole Harbour
- Durdle Door
- Bournemouth Beach
- Bournemouth International Centre
- Corfe Castle
- Monkey World Ape Rescue Center
- Bournemouth Pier
- Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre
- Bournemouth University
- Durdle Door Beach
- Mudeford Quay
- O2 Academy Bournemouth
- Swanage Beach
- Poole Quay
- Weymouth Bay
- Lulworth Cove Beach
- Oceanarium
- Bournemouth Lower Gardens
- Boscombe Pier
- Old Harry Rocks


