Bournemouth’s beach features golden sand and stretches for seven miles from Southborne to Alum Chine. There are two piers and it is estimated that there are 3,000 deckchairs available for hire.
The Russell-Cotes Art Gallery and Museum has a large selection of paintings and artefacts to see, all housed in a stunning building surrounded by well-kept gardens.
The Oceanarium has, as you would expect, a large collection of fish, but there are also mammals such as otters and penguins. Don’t forget to see the giant turtles – they make a real splash!
If you want more energetic activities, why not go to Sorted Watersports next to Boscombe Pier, where you can learn surfing, hire stand up paddle boards and kayaks?
Locals will no doubt be keen to point out that their town now has a Premier League football team as well!
One of Bournemouth’s favourite areas to eat and drink is the Square, where on sunny days there are lots of outside tables available where you can watch the world go by.
For beer lovers, the Wight Bear Ale House is known for its quality beer and friendly atmosphere, while Sixty Million Post Cards is a quirky bar with a wide range of beers that regularly hosts music events.
Cocktail lovers should try Smoking Aces, which serves a huge selection. If it’s not on the menu, they’ll make it for you. For clubbing, Le Chic or Cameo provide a great atmosphere.
After a spending a busy day in Bournemouth, relax and sleep at one of our three Hallmark Hotels in Bournemouth, situated at West Cliff, East Cliff and Carlton.