Bournemouth: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

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4.272189 out of 5 stars
169 reviews
Bournemouth: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
4.272189 out of 5 stars
4.3
4.272189 out of 5 stars
169 reviews

Ride on a sightseeing bus and enjoy a hop-on hop-off tour of Bournemouth to discover sights such as Bournemouth Pier, Sandbanks, and Poole Quay.

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Valid 1 - 2 days
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Audio guide included
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Pauline – United Kingdom

We all really enjoyed it apart from the driver on the first bus of the day - very unfriendly and sarcastic and did not engage with us at all.

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Tracy – United Kingdom

Was great Drivers friendly and polite helped us to find where we wanted to go. We sat for one last trip right round just because 🙃

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Highlights

  • Enjoy panoramic sea views as you explore Bournemouth Pier
  • See some of Bournemouth's oldest buildings and medieval roots in Old Poole Town
  • See charming independent shops and cafés in Westbourne
  • Enjoy the boating lake at Poole Park
  • Check out the bars and pubs at West Cliff

Full description

Experience the beautiful British coastline with the Bournemouth hop-on hop-off tour. Ride an open-top double-decker tour bus on a 1.5-hour loop through the Dorset coastline to discover the beautiful seaside towns of Bournemouth and Poole.

Stop at Poole Quay and explore the variety of shops, parks, restaurants, and theatres, as well as buzzing nightlife.
The onboard commentary points out the main sights and attractions of each city, all accessible from the 22 conveniently located stops along the bus route. There are plenty of things to do in Bournemouth and Poole.

A double-decker bus is a perfect way to explore the picturesque British seaside and the phenomenal beaches, parks, and shops of Bournemouth and Poole are all easily accessible from the tour route's wandering path down the coastline.

Bournemouth Tour Stops:

A. Bournemouth Station - Stand K
A. East Overcliff Drive
1. Bournemouth Pier - Behind Hot Rocks
2. Bournemouth Square - Gervis Place Stand X
3. West Cliff Savoy Hotel
4. Westbourne - Camden Bar
5. Branksome Chine
6. Canford Cliffs - Loch Fyne
7. Sandbanks Beach: Shore Road
8. Sandbanks Beach: Pavilion
9. Sandbanks Peninsular: Ferry Approach
10. Sandbanks Beach: opposite Pavilion
11. Sandbanks Beach: opposite Shore Road
12. Lilliput Village: Lilliput Square
13. Whitecliff Recreation Ground
14. Poole Park: Park Gates East
15. Poole Quay & Old Town: Thistle Hotel
16. Baiter Park
17. Poole Park
18. Ashley Cross: Parkstone Railway Station
19. Penn Hill
20. Westbourne
21. The Triangle
22. Bournemouth Square (Stand LL)

Includes

  • 24 or 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour
  • Recorded audio commentary on loudspeakers in English
  • Information booklet including a map
  • 15-minute Beryl Bike hire
  • Stops near all the sights
  • Hotel pick-up and drop off
  • Entry fees to attractions
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities (optional)

Meeting point

Meeting point may vary depending on the option booked.

Important information

Not allowed

  • Smoking

Know before you go

  • This tour is wheelchair accessible
  • Duration: 1.5 hours
  • The tour departs from Bournemouth Pier at 10am and then every hour after until 5pm
  • The bus departs the first stop on East Overcliff Drive at 9:45am and 10:45am every day
  • Vouchers are valid for 12 months giving you greater flexibility with your travel plans
  • Dogs are welcome on-board the buses as long as they are well-behaved and kept on a lead

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.3 /5

based on 169 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.4/5
  • Transportation
    4.5/5
  • Value for money
    4.2/5
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Pauline – United KingdomAugust 20, 2024 – Verified booking
We all really enjoyed it apart from the driver on the first bus of the day - very unfriendly and sarcastic and did not engage with us at all.
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Tracy – United KingdomSeptember 10, 2023 – Verified booking
Was great Drivers friendly and polite helped us to find where we wanted to go. We sat for one last trip right round just because 🙃
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Phil – United KingdomJune 10, 2023 – Verified booking
A great way to explore the town and learn. Commentary was clearly audible on the open top of the bus. Recommended!

Product ID: 13337

Activity provider:City Sightseeing UK

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