Things to do in Dorset

Dorset, a place of fun and adventure, a county to explore for a day out to remember. What do you, your family and friends enjoy? Attractions, activities and events? VisitRevisit has everything you need to plan a perfect day out. Start to build your day out today, search for things to do, add the things you will enjoy to your itinerary and when you’re ready, enjoy your day out.

Oh, and if you remember let us know what you thought of Dorset and we will share your comments with our VisitRevisit family and friends.

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Wolfeton House

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From £8

Wolfeton House

A picturesque early manor house with a small chapel, which can be lit only by candlelight.

The Dinosaur Museum
Attraction
Adults £8.99

The Dinosaur Museum

The Dinosaur Museum in Dorchester is the only museum in the UK solely devoted to dinosaurs and their fascinating world.

Gold Hill Museum
Attraction
Free

Gold Hill Museum

Shaftesbury's local history museum at the top of Gold Hill with a cottage garden and wonderful views.

Grove Prison Museum
Attraction
Free

Grove Prison Museum

Telling the history of the HMYOI, during its Convict Prison days, Borstal Institute days, Youth Custody and Young Offenders Institute days.

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.

Science Zone
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.

Hollywood Bowl - Poole Tower Park
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.

Max Gate
Attraction
Adults £8

Max Gate

The National Trust's Max Gate, Dorset, is an atmospheric Victorian home designed by Thomas Hardy.

Swanage Beach
Attraction
Free

Swanage Beach

Swanages pride and joy is its gently shelving, golden sandy beach, and clear unpolluted water.

Dorset Nectar Cider - Tasting Tours

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From £10

Dorset Nectar Cider - Tasting Tours

Book a cider tour to experience the magic of the orchard, learn how we make our ciders and finish with a guided tasting of 12 different ciders.

Palmers Brewery Tours

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Adults £16

Palmers Brewery Tours

Book one of our brewery tours and look around the only thatched brewery in the UK.

Queen Elizabeth Leisure Centre
Activity

Queen Elizabeth Leisure Centre

Queen Elizabeth Leisure Centre (QE) includes a swimming pool, three gyms, a sauna and steam room, a climbing wall, fitness studios and outdoor facilities.

Furleigh Estate Tasting Tour
Attraction
From £15

Furleigh Estate Tasting Tour

Come and visit Dorset's Furleigh Wine Estate and enjoy a vineyard and winery tour followed by a tasting of our English wines.


Find things to do in Dorset

Dorset, a place of fun and adventure, a county to explore for a day out to remember. What do you, your family and friends enjoy? Attractions, activities and events? VisitRevisit has everything you need to plan a perfect day out. Start to build your day out today, search for things to do, add the things you will enjoy to your itinerary and when you’re ready, enjoy your day out. <br><br> Oh, and if you remember let us know what you thought of Dorset and we will share your comments with our VisitRevisit family and friends.

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