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Tonnes of fun!

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Attractions in Dorset for Kids

Dorset has such a wide range of family attractions you’ll be sure to have plenty to do during your stay. Whether you want to explore our number of great museums, spend the day at one of the many animal farms and parks or have some adventure at our superb activity centres, Dorset really has some of the best family attractions to be found anywhere!

Monkey World is one of the most renowned ape rescue centres in the world with over 230 rescued and endangered apes and monkeys. A great day out for your little monkeys!

Moors Valley Country Park has something for everyone. Set in 1000 acres of parkland and forest you can explore the way marked trails, tree-top walkways and tackle the high wire adventure.

Enjoy some fun down on the farm at Honeybrook. This is a great day out for little ones with a brilliant adventure playground and a number of nature based activities.

For your little soldiers that think big is best the Tank Museum is a must. Learn the story of the tank and look around a massive display of armoured vehicles; you can even take part in a trench experience. Tonnes of fun for everyone!

Other great attractions include Adventure Wonderland, an Alice in Wonderland based family attraction. Keep the kids entertained with exciting rides, a fun indoor play centre and much more.

You will find a whole range of family museums, farm parks and more in Dorset, use our search tool on this page or have a look at our full list of Dorset attractions!

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    Add Lighthouse, Poole’s Centre for the Arts  to your Itinerary

    Lighthouse, Poole’s Centre for the Arts

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    Exhibition Centre

    Poole

    Experience, explore, discover and join in with the arts at Lighthouse.

    CINEMA * THEATRE * CONCERT HALL * STUDIO * CAFE * GALLERY * VENUE HIRE

    Lighthouse boasts a year round programme of national and international events: dance, music, drama, comedy, film, visual arts, workshops and family...

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    Bournemouth International Centre

    Type

    Event Venue

    Bournemouth

    Whether you want to see a show, be educated at a conference, attend an exhibition, enjoy some art or enjoy a first class dining experience, our award-winning Bournemouth International Centre (BIC) is a premier conference, events and entertainment venue, centrally situated in the town with panoramic...

  3. Lyme Bay RIB Charter

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    Lyme Bay RIB Charter

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    Boat Trip

    Bridport

    Exciting & exhilarating boat trips running from West Bay along the Jurassic Coast.

    RIB Blasts, Coastal Cruises, Water Skiing & Wake Boarding & Jurassic Coast Link between West Bay & Lyme Regis picking up from either harbour.
    Charters & water based events for families, groups, clubs & schools.

  4. Highcliffe Castle

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    Highcliffe Castle

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    Viewpoint

    Highcliffe, CHRISTCHURCH

    Highcliffe Castle is a magnificent Grade 1 Listed 1830s mansion built by Lord Stuart de Rothesay and is situated just four miles east of Christchurch. The cliff-top grounds, with wonderful views of the Dorset coastline and the Isle of Wight, provide access to the beach and to the Christchurch...

  5. The Blue Pool, Furzebrook, near Wareham, Dorset.

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    The Blue Pool

    Type

    Natural Feature

    Furzebrook, WAREHAM

    A unique attraction in the Isle of Purbeck.
    A chance to escape the outside world and enjoy walks around a magical Pool famous for its ever changing colours. Sandy Paths lead up steps to views of the Purbeck Hills or down steps to the waters edge. Giftshop, Museum and Plant Centre. The Teahouse...

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    Add Pirate Adventure Mini Golf to your Itinerary

    Pirate Adventure Mini Golf

    Type

    Golf Course

    Weymouth

  7. Weymouth Sea Life Adventure Park & Tower

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    Weymouth Sea Life Adventure Park & Tower

    Type

    Animal Collection

    Weymouth


    SEA LIFE Adventure Park and Tower takes you on an adventure both above and below the ocean. Discover a magical underwater world filled with a dazzling array of amazing creatures. Also visit the SEA LIFE Tower and enjoy amazing 360º panoramic views of Weymouth Bay, Portland and the Jurassic Coast...

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    Tower Park

    Type

    Leisure/Swimming Pool

    Poole

    Tower Park… The South Coast’s Premier Entertainment Centre!!!

    One of the original centres of its kind, Tower Park is a great destination for a huge range of activities and choice of dining venues. On the outskirts of Poole, on the A3049.

    Flumin’ good fun for everyone
    SPLASHDOWN Spin in the...

  9. The Priest's House Museum and Garden, Wimborne Minster

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    Priest's House Museum & Garden

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    Museum

    Wimborne Minster

    The Priest's House Museum & Garden is located in the heart of the beautiful market town of Wimborne Minster. Discover our stunning Roman wall paintings, the fascinating childhood gallery and a unique Victorian Valentine card collection as the museum tells the story of East Dorset. Explore period...

  10. Shell Bay

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    Studland Beach and Nature Reserve

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    Beach

    Studland

    Fine sandy beaches stretch continuously for 3 miles from South Haven Point to the chalk cliffs of Handfast Point and Old Harry Rocks and include Shell Bay. A designated section of naturist beach is at Knoll beach. The heathland behind the beach is a National Nature Reserve with many rare birds....