Poole Old Town Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Poole Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Poole Museum in Poole. Visit the spas and lively bars in this family-friendly area.
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 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 beautiful beaches 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.
Top hotels in Poole Old Town
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole
Good room with own courtyard for our dog but the dog charge was a little high compared with other hotels at £25.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Antelope Hotel by Greene King Inns
Great breakfast and lovely room
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel & Spa
The room was decent and the hotel pleasant. The staff were friendly and the breakfast basic but absolutely fine. The main issue was the spa which needs some work and was not really fit for purpose on our visit
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Village Hotel Bournemouth
Reception staff brilliant and spotless room 👏👏👏
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Hampton by Hilton Bournemouth
Very good break
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Laguna Hotel
Great as always
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Poole Old Town
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.
Lilliput
When in Lilliput, you can plan a visit to Compton Acres and Branksome Chine Beach, 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.
