Bournemouth Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
town in the ceremonial county of Dorset, England
About Bournemouth
Bournemouth's spa magic has been revitalised and history is repeating itself. A century ago the cream of Victorian society including royalty flocked to Bournemouth's pine forest landscape of luxurious villas. They were eager to sample the relaxing ambience of the town, breathe its healthy air, bathe in the pure seawater and unwind at leisure. InTess of the D'UrbervillesThomas Hardy generously described Bournemouth (alias Sandbourne) as "a Mediterranean lounging place on the English Channel". The aroma and perfume of the pine trees were considered health-giving and many a famous person came here to take advantage of it including J.R.R. Tolkien and D.H. Lawrence. The first spa hotel was built in 1885: the Mont Dore Hotel (now Bournemouth's Town Hall). Apart from luxury rooms and tennis court
Top Attractions in Bournemouth
Explore the best things to see and do in Bournemouth:
- ★AFC Bournemouth
- ★Boscombe Pier
- ★Bourne Free
- ★Bournemouth Hebrew Congregation
- ★Bournemouth International Centre
- ★Bournemouth Pier
- ★Bournenmouth Air Festival
- ★Central Gardens
Where to Eat in Bournemouth
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Aroma Bournemouth
- 🍴Aruba
- 🍴Bates Restaurant
- 🍴Chez Fred
- 🍴Crab
- 🍴Dosa World
Where to Stay in Bournemouth
- 🏨Carrington House Hotel
- 🏨Fairmount Hotel
- 🏨Premier Inn
- 🏨Round Hotel Bournemouth
- 🏨Royal Bath Hotel
- 🏨Russell Court Hotel
Bournemouth Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 13 sections including: