Bournemouth in Dorset is a great spot, one of England's often unknown tourist resorts. Just because it's touristy doesn't mean it's overpacked by holiday makers, in fact this town has a great mix to suit all types of travellers. Having spent 6 years living there it's time to reflect on that all with a personal top 5 things to do in Bournemouth, Dorset, England.
1. The beach in Bournemouth
Stating the obvious here, but Bournemouth's award winning beach is probably the town's most attractive tourist pull. I've worked on it, drank on it, played football on it and done a few other things on it...the beach stretches far and is split into many different "beaches" (West Beach, Southbourne Beach, Boscombe Beach, East Cliff etc.). The busiest part is the bit by Bournemouth Pier. On hot summer days this beach is honestly as good as England gets beachwise. You'd be a fool to spend any time in Bournemouth without even visiting the beach, even if it's just to curb your curiosity and prove the fact that it's a fantastic beach. It's also very well kept.
2. Bournemouth Pub Crawl
Bournemouth is littered with an incredible range of bars, pubs, clubs and restaurants! It makes it an absolutely ideal and amazing place for pub crawls. Start on the Christchurch Road and walk your way down to the square visiting as many drinking establishments as you can. The summers are the best time with beer gardens galore and loads of happy people out partying!
3. The Wave Balloon
Everybody in Bournemouth knows what the "Wave Balloon" is and you should head there in the summer for epic views of the south coast of England. Situated in Bournemouth's summer gardens, this is unmissable in summer months as it rears itself into the sky. It's a hot air balloon near the seafront. It's attached by a huge cord and is as safe as it is popular. Expect queues, but expect good views!
4. The Russell-Cotes Art Gallery/Museum
This is actually quite untouristy and unknown even by Bournemouth standards but it is unique and totally worth a visit. Mixing Italian, Scottish and Japanese influences this serves as your art experience in the popular seaside town. Best of all it won't be too busy and has a view over the beach!
5. Live Football: AFC Bournemouth
Everyone knows the English League is of a high standard and AFC Bournemouth are the local team. Based in Boscombe at Dean Court you can watch a good match for a decent price here. The Cherries attract a lot of local fans and this is a great day out.
You will get a more authentic and real life English football atmosphere in the lower divisions, and watching 90 minutes at Dean Court will give you a great experience. You might even fall in love and become a fan, like I did ;-)
Getting to Bournemouth
From London you can get a bus or a train easily. They are regular and affordable and only take a few hours.
You might also be surprised to hear that Bournemouth has an airport and you might pick up a cheap flight if you're lucky!
So that's a top 5 for you to see and do in Bournemouth - it's a great English town and you will love it.
1. The beach in Bournemouth
Stating the obvious here, but Bournemouth's award winning beach is probably the town's most attractive tourist pull. I've worked on it, drank on it, played football on it and done a few other things on it...the beach stretches far and is split into many different "beaches" (West Beach, Southbourne Beach, Boscombe Beach, East Cliff etc.). The busiest part is the bit by Bournemouth Pier. On hot summer days this beach is honestly as good as England gets beachwise. You'd be a fool to spend any time in Bournemouth without even visiting the beach, even if it's just to curb your curiosity and prove the fact that it's a fantastic beach. It's also very well kept.
2. Bournemouth Pub Crawl
Bournemouth is littered with an incredible range of bars, pubs, clubs and restaurants! It makes it an absolutely ideal and amazing place for pub crawls. Start on the Christchurch Road and walk your way down to the square visiting as many drinking establishments as you can. The summers are the best time with beer gardens galore and loads of happy people out partying!
3. The Wave Balloon
Everybody in Bournemouth knows what the "Wave Balloon" is and you should head there in the summer for epic views of the south coast of England. Situated in Bournemouth's summer gardens, this is unmissable in summer months as it rears itself into the sky. It's a hot air balloon near the seafront. It's attached by a huge cord and is as safe as it is popular. Expect queues, but expect good views!
4. The Russell-Cotes Art Gallery/Museum
This is actually quite untouristy and unknown even by Bournemouth standards but it is unique and totally worth a visit. Mixing Italian, Scottish and Japanese influences this serves as your art experience in the popular seaside town. Best of all it won't be too busy and has a view over the beach!
5. Live Football: AFC Bournemouth
Everyone knows the English League is of a high standard and AFC Bournemouth are the local team. Based in Boscombe at Dean Court you can watch a good match for a decent price here. The Cherries attract a lot of local fans and this is a great day out.
You will get a more authentic and real life English football atmosphere in the lower divisions, and watching 90 minutes at Dean Court will give you a great experience. You might even fall in love and become a fan, like I did ;-)
Getting to Bournemouth
From London you can get a bus or a train easily. They are regular and affordable and only take a few hours.
You might also be surprised to hear that Bournemouth has an airport and you might pick up a cheap flight if you're lucky!
So that's a top 5 for you to see and do in Bournemouth - it's a great English town and you will love it.
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