Things to Do in Dorchester

🎟️Museums & Galleries

Dorset Museum & Art Gallery ⭐ 4.5

Museums & Galleries

Dorset Museum & Art Gallery

Journey through Dorset's rich heritage with family-friendly galleries showcasing local treasures and creative works. Fully accessible with baby facilities, wheelchair hire available for just £1.

⭐ 3.9

Museums & Galleries

The Tutankhamun Exhibition

Step back in time to ancient Egypt and discover the treasures and mysteries of the famous boy pharaoh at this accessible exhibition on High West Street.

⭐ 3.4

Museums & Galleries

The Dinosaur Museum

Young fossil fans will be thrilled by this specialist attraction in Dorchester, where highlights include a full Megalosaurus skeleton among fascinating prehistoric displays.

⭐ 3.7

Museums & Galleries

Dorset Teddy Bear Museum

Explore a charming collection of vintage and contemporary teddy bears at this quirky Dorchester museum, where visitors can browse displays spanning decades and purchase their own cuddly souvenir.

⭐ 4.7

Parks & Play Areas

Borough Gardens

This Dorchester park offers families tennis courts, a children's playground and paddling pool alongside green spaces perfect for picnics, plus an on-site café and accessible facilities.

🎟️Museums & Galleries

The Keep Military Museum ⭐ 4.7

Museums & Galleries

The Keep Military Museum

Discover centuries of military heritage at this fascinating museum on Barrack Road, featuring accessible facilities and onsite parking for a convenient family visit exploring local regiment history.

⭐ 4.4

Cinema & Theatre

ODEON Dorchester

This three-screen cinema in the heart of Dorchester offers the latest blockbusters and classic films for all the family, with wheelchair access and snacks available throughout your visit.

⭐ 5.0

Ice & Roller Skating

Dorchester Skatepark

This modern concrete facility welcomes skateboarders, BMX riders, scooter users and inline skaters of all abilities. Bring a picnic to make a day of it at this popular Little Fairfield action sports venue.

⭐ 4.6

Historic Houses & Gardens

Kingston Maurward Gardens & Animal Park

Meet adorable animals and wander through 35 acres of stunning lakeside grounds at this Dorchester estate, perfect for a family day out with picnic spots and an onsite restaurant.

⭐ 4.6

Skiing & Snowboarding

Warmwell Snowsports Centre

Hit the slopes at this family-friendly indoor ski centre where beginners and experienced riders can practice year-round, complete with refreshments, accessible facilities and a welcoming atmosphere for all ages.

⭐ 4.5

Lakes & Reservoirs

Warmwell Fisheries

Accessible fishing lakes at Parkdean Resorts offering family-friendly angling with full facilities including refreshments, welcoming pushchairs, wheelchairs and dogs for a relaxed day by the water.

⭐ 4.8 4.9 mi away

Farm Parks

Alpaca Experience with Cream Tea

Meet gentle alpacas up close before enjoying a delicious cream tea at this charming bed and breakfast venue, with pushchair-friendly grounds and baby facilities for families with little ones.