Welcome to Poole

Welcome to Poole: a maritime experience complete with luxurious golden sands, ancient history and the backdrop of the Jurassic Coast.

This stunning part of the world is luxury found in few other locations and the start of an endless stretch of spectacular coastline with award-winning beaches and Blue Flags in abundance. A water sports-lover’s haven amid rolling Purbeck hills you’ll be sure to find that well-deserved pampered break away.

With so many things to do along the beautiful south coast, it is little wonder why our visitors return again and again for the exceptional events we host every year so that you can build treasured memories you’ll never forget. Escape the everyday and discover what’s on across this oceanic destination all year round: from a family fun day at the seaside, to adrenaline-fuelled water sports, relaxing paddle-boarding and scenic boat tours across the iconic harbour, to vibrant museums recreating the town’s history – Poole is in a class of its own.  

You’ll feel revived having stayed in our welcoming and accessible places of accommodation, from boutique hotels and B&Bs to self-catering and camping – options to suit everyone. Poole is home to some of the finest seafood in the south with restaurants boasting envious seascapes for that beautiful sunset-lit evening meal – indulge and have your fill of food and drink from our wonderful offering of eateries.

With Blue Flag beaches, town centre and coastal villages for shopping, picturesque countryside just footsteps away, an ocean view as far as the eyes can see, Green Flag-awarded parks and lush gardens and renowned hospitality, you’ll be spoilt for choice during your stay.

So if you’re looking for some ideas and inspiration, to get out and explore and take up our special offers, we will welcome you with open arms.

Further Resources:

If you would like more information on Poole, why not take a look at some of the other popular pages on pooletourism.com – visitor information, attractions, beach hut hire, sandbanks, what’s open, self-catering, shopping, pubs and bars, Poole harbour and Poole Quay.