Apart from the famous beach, there is so much to do in and around Bournemouth. Here are a few ideas about how you might keep busy and entertained in your free time.
Bournemouth Balloon
The Bournemouth Balloon is a Giant helium balloon in Bournemouth Central Gardens offering fantastic views of Bournemouth and the surrounding area – you can see for miles!
Prices: 14 years and under £7.50 / Over 14 £12.50
Tower Park
Tower Park has something for all ages: a 10-screen cinema; bowling; restaurants and Splashdown Water Park – lots of water slides and great fun!
Yellow Bus number 6 runs from Bournemouth Square to Sherborne Crescent.
Cinemas
The ABC and the Odeon cinemas are both situated on Westover Road and offer all the latest releases. The Regent Cinema in Christchurch and the Lighthouse in Poole offer a choice of classic and arty films.
See what's on this week at the Odeon.
Student Prices: approximately £5.20
Oceanarium
The Oceanarium at Pier Approach Bournemouth brings you face to face with marine life from the furthest reaches of the globe – including a walk-through shark tunnel and animated dive cage. Prices approximately: £7.75.
Nightclubs, gigs and entertainment
Bournemouth has a huge number of great clubs, catering for all tastes.
Have a look at the Bournemouth by Night website for lots of information.
