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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 beautiful beaches or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.
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.
Brownsea Castle
Ride a ferry to a forested island. Observe colorful peacocks and playful red squirrels beside this grand castle from the 1500s.
Poole Park
Explore the great outdoors at Poole Park, a lovely green space in Poole. Make time to visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its lively bars.
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 Twin Sails Bridge
Poole Twin Sails Bridge is just one of the places to see in Hamworthy, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside 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.
Areas of Poole
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.
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.
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