Bournemouth

Bournemouth

Type:Towns & Villages

Bournemouth Tourist Information Centre, Pier Approach, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH2 5AA
Bournemouth

About

Stay in Bournemouth to breathe in the fresh sea air and soak up the vibes while you discover a bustling town where you’re sure to create epic family memories you’ll treasure forever.

Explore our beautiful parks, gardens, nature reserves and miles of stunning beaches. Our town centre and coastal villages offer a host of attractions, activities, entertainment, shopping and eating out experiences all year round. 

From the striking historic museum house, Russell-Cotes Museum & Arts Gallery, to plenty of indoor and outdoor activities, our coastline offers something for everyone. Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf offers 18 holes of fun and adventure all year round.

The town also boasts a year-round programme of festivals and events. Bournemouth’s signature events include the annual Bournemouth Air Festival and Bournemouth’s Christmas Tree Wonderland, adding some seasonal festive sparkle to the town. With a wealth of accommodation from B&Bs and guesthouses to boutique hotels and four-star luxury, there is something to suit all tastes and budgets. 

On the doorstep you can explore the New Forest National Park and the World Heritage Jurassic Coast and other areas of Dorset.

With all this plus a vibrant nightlife and an abundance of restaurants and cafés, Bournemouth is the must-visit destination to relax, rejuvenate, reconnect and make you smile!

For travel information visit our transport page.

We look forward to welcoming you to the Coast with the Most!
 

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Map & Directions

Road Directions

Bournemouth is centrally located on the south coast and serviced by good road links. Easily accessible via the M3/M27 from the East and via the A35 from the West.

 

Public Transport Directions

Bournemouth train station offers excellent links across the country, with regular services to London Waterloo throughout the day. It also offers strong transport links via coach, bus and taxi.  The town has its own airport (Bournemouth International) and close to Poole Ferry Port.

For more information please visit our transport page

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What's Nearby

  1. Bournemouth Pier

    Set in the middle of ten miles of golden sand, Bournemouth Pier is the destination of…

    0.04 miles away
  2. Oceanarium, The Bournemouth Aquarium

    The Oceanarium offers an enjoyable and educational experience for all the family, with…

    0.08 miles away
  3. Rock Reef

    Not only the first pier-to-shore in Bournemouth but the world’s first pier-to-shore zip…

    0.14 miles away
  1. Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum

    Russell-Cotes Museum and Art Gallery was given to Annie Russell-Cotes by her husband,…

    0.22 miles away
  2. Durley Chine Beach

    Durley Chine Beach is one of Bournemouth's favourite Blue Flag award winning beaches,…

    0.65 miles away
  3. Alum Chine Beach

    Alum Chine Beach is one of Bournemouth's most popular Blue Flag award-winning beaches. It…

    0.98 miles away
  4. Boscombe Pier

    Boscombe Pier is the perfect vantage point to watch volleyball, and table tennis. If you…

    1.43 miles away
  5. Branksome Chine Beach

    Branksome Chine is one of the many beautiful beaches in the Poole area, offering sand and…

    1.62 miles away
  6. Manor Steps Beach

    Manor Steps Beach recently received a Blue Flag Award. Manor Steps is a delightful…

    1.81 miles away
  7. Canford Cliffs Beach

    Canford Cliffs is a natural and tranquil area, situated between Shore Road Beach and…

    2.22 miles away
  8. Southbourne and Fisherman's Walk Beach

    Southbourne Beach is one of Bournemouth's favourite Blue Flag award winning beaches,…

    2.51 miles away
  9. Shore Road Beach

    Fine golden sand, a gradual sloping beach and clean, safe water make Shore Road beach an…

    2.76 miles away
  10. Sandbanks Beach

    Winner of the Blue Flag award for over 30 years and with its soft golden sands and…

    3.33 miles away
  11. Adventure Wonderland

    With over 30 rides and attractions at Adventure Wonderland, there is something for…

    4.22 miles away
  12. Red House Museum and Gardens

    A former Georgian workhouse, the Red House is now a museum exploring the story of…

    4.47 miles away
  13. Lighthouse, Poole’s Centre for the Arts

    The Lighthouse is a unique building as it is the only multi-space venue with four…

    4.47 miles away
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