Things to do in Poole with kids


Poole has a stunning natural harbour, golden sandy beaches, historic quayside and a vibrant old town. You can enjoy watersports, boat trips, walks, shopping and more. Poole is also close to the Jurassic Coast and the New Forest, so you can explore more of Dorset's beauty. Come and discover Poole's maritime charm and heritage for yourself.

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South Coast Jet Ski - Poole
Activity
From £70

South Coast Jet Ski - Poole

South Coast Jet Ski offers Jet Ski tours of the South and Jurassic Coasts. Based in both Poole and soon to be Ocean Village, Southampton.

Attraction
Free

Poole Museum

The Museum's galleries tell the story of the historic maritime town of Poole and it's Harbour from prehistory to the 21st century.

Prevail Skatehouse
Activity
From £4

Prevail Skatehouse

The Souths leading indoor skate park fully loaded with foam pit, numerous ramps, bowls, recently fitted resin jump box and quarter.

Attraction
Free

Upton Country Park

Award-winning Country Park in Poole for great family days out. Formal gardens, woodland and parkland. Regular events & activities.

Splashdown Poole
Activity
From £5

Splashdown Poole

The South's favourite all-action waterpark! Splashdown is home to 13 thrilling indoor and outdoor flume rides and 3 under 5's splash zones.

Activity
Adults £6.69

Hollywood Bowl - Poole Tower Park

Have fun whatever the weather at Tower Park bowling alley in Poole! Fantastic food, great drinks deals & 24 lanes.

Activity
From £20

The Watersports Academy

The Watersports Academy in Sandbanks offers one of the widest selections of water sports you will find under one roof!

Attraction
From £10

Poole Hill Brewery Tour

Hourly tours following the process from raw materials to a tutored tasting of some of the fabulous beers available in the Taproom.

Mr Mulligans Bournemouth
Activity

Mr Mulligans Bournemouth

With two epic adventure golf courses plus a fantastic bar and a restaurant, there really is something for everyone! Bring on the fun!

Activity
From £9

RockReef Activity Centre

Based in sunny Bournemouth, RockReef Activity Centre offers a variety of exciting attractions for all ages, including our 28 Clip N Climb fun.

Longham Lakes
Activity
Free

Longham Lakes

Longham Lakes, offers a fantastic day our for all. Walking, fishing, community activities and more.

Museum of East Dorset
Attraction
Adults £5.50

Museum of East Dorset

Step into our historic house and discover the fascinating stories of the people who lived and worked here over the centuries.

Attraction
Adults from £2

Science Zone

Come down and explore everything we can offer here at The Science Zone, including our 360 Degree Planetarium, Sensory Rooms, Dinosaur Den and Workshops.