Things to Do in Bournemouth
24 attractions and days out
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⭐ 5.0
Parks & Play Areas
Kids Play Cafe
A vibrant indoor play venue on Charminster Road offering supervised fun for children alongside an onsite café serving meals and refreshments, with baby changing rooms and convenient nearby parking.
⭐ 5.0
Indoor Soft Play
Mini Monsters
An energetic indoor play centre with baby changing facilities, though families should note that pushchairs and wheelchairs cannot access all areas of the venue.
⭐ 4.8
Escape Room Challenges
Arcadia Escape Room
Challenge your family's problem-solving skills in immersive themed rooms where you'll work together to crack codes and uncover clues. Pushchair-accessible venue perfect for older children and adults.
⭐ 4.7
Theme Parks & Funfairs
Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf, Bournemouth
Set sail on a swashbuckling pirate-themed mini golf adventure right on Bournemouth's seafront, featuring accessible courses perfect for family fun by the pier.
⭐ 4.6
Beaches & Coastline
Bournemouth Pier
Enjoy a classic seaside experience with beautiful sandy shores and ocean views at this iconic pier destination. Wheelchair accessible with toilets on-site and picnics welcome.
⭐ 4.6
Railways & Transport
Littledown Miniature Railway
Take a scenic ride aboard authentic narrow gauge steam locomotives on an elevated track through Bournemouth's Littledown Park, with refreshments and picnic areas available for a complete family day out.
⭐ 4.6
Adventure & Activity Centres
RockReef
Scale walls, soar on zip lines and tackle nearly 30 thrilling indoor climbing challenges at this action-packed Bournemouth adventure centre, complete with onsite dining and full accessibility.
⭐ 4.6
Go Karting & Driving Experiences
TeamSport Indoor Karting Bournemouth
Experience the adrenaline rush of indoor go-kart racing on Bournemouth's multi-level track, where families with older children can compete in high-speed electric karts for an unforgettable day out.
⭐ 4.5
Boat Tours & Cruises
City Sightseeing Bournemouth Hop on Hop off Tour
Explore Bournemouth's seafront highlights and beautiful attractions aboard an open-top bus, with the freedom to disembark at key spots throughout your sightseeing journey.
⭐ 4.5
Indoor Soft Play
Lollipops Soft Play Cafe Bournemouth
This welcoming indoor play centre on Landseer Road offers youngsters an exciting adventure playground while parents relax with refreshments from the onsite café, complete with baby facilities.
⭐ 4.5
Cinema & Theatre
ODEON Bournemouth
Treat your family to the latest blockbusters at this 10-screen cinema on Exeter Crescent, with snacks available and wheelchair access throughout the venue.
⭐ 4.5
Family Restaurants
Pause Cat Cafe
Enjoy refreshments surrounded by friendly felines at this welcoming Bournemouth venue, offering accessible facilities and dining options for the whole family to savour alongside playful resident cats.
⭐ 4.4
Adventure Golf
Mighty Adventures Crazy Golf
Putt your way through a prehistoric themed adventure course featuring dinosaurs and exciting obstacles at this family-friendly Bournemouth venue with full facilities including restaurant and accessibility options.
⭐ 4.4
Adventure Golf
Mulligans Bournemouth
Enjoy multi-level mini golf fun at this popular Bournemouth venue featuring three exciting themed courses for all ages. Fully accessible with onsite dining, baby facilities and convenient parking available.
⭐ 4.3
Indoor Soft Play
BCP Leisure, Kings Park Leisure & Learning Centre
This community leisure centre welcomes families with pushchairs and offers baby changing facilities, though wheelchair access is limited to certain areas only.
⭐ 4.3
Adventure & Activity Centres
Slades Farm Skate Park
Roll, flip and grind at this outdoor skate park on Columbia Road, perfect for boarders and BMX riders looking to practice their moves in Ensbury Park.
⭐ 4.2
Laser Tag Arenas
Laser Quest Bournemouth
Battle through multi-level arenas at this action-packed laser tag venue in Bournemouth, where families can enjoy futuristic combat games with snacks available and picnics welcome.
⭐ 4.2
Aquariums & Sea Life Centres
Oceanarium
Discover marine life from around the world at this Bournemouth aquarium, home to 150+ species with daily feeding demonstrations and expert talks. Fully wheelchair accessible throughout.
⭐ 4.1
Swimming & Leisure Centres
BH Live Active
Bournemouth's Littledown Centre offers families everything from swimming and fitness facilities to adventure high ropes, all set within 47 acres of beautiful parkland perfect for outdoor fun.
Adventure & Activity Centres
Boom Battle Bar
Competitive socialising venue at BH2 complex offering axe throwing, mini golf and other interactive games for groups seeking active entertainment with a lively bar atmosphere.
Beaches & Coastline
Bournemouth Alum Chine
This sheltered beach chine delights families with lush tropical gardens and a swashbuckling pirate play area, plus convenient facilities including wheelchair access and an onsite restaurant.
Sightseeing & Attractions
Bournemouth Brick Festival
This fully accessible LEGO celebration at Bournemouth International Centre welcomes families with pushchairs and babies, featuring incredible brick builds and hands-on activities for all ages.
Trails & Treasure Hunts
Bournemouth Gardens Treasure Hunt Trail
Explore Bournemouth's beautiful gardens while cracking clues and solving puzzles on this pirate-themed adventure trail perfect for families seeking outdoor fun together.
Sightseeing & Attractions
Curious About Bournemouth
Explore Bournemouth's clifftop paths beginning at West Cliff Green, where dogs are welcome and families can pack a picnic or grab refreshments along the scenic coastal route.
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