Weymouth Visitor Information

Looking for a traditional family holiday by the sea?  Then pack up your bucket and spade and head to Weymouth! 

With beautiful golden sands, safe shallow waters, action packed events programme and pretty harbourside you certainly won’t be disappointed!

Weymouth Beach has also been announced as #1 beach in the UK in the TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice Awards for 2017 and is also ranked 9th best beach in Europe!  So why not grab your towel and head to the UK's best beach this summer!

The world was introduced to the Georgian grandeur of Weymouth during the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.  Weymouth’s fine seafront provided an impressive backdrop to the sailing events and captured the hearts of many!   

Fun things to do in Weymouth!

You will never be short of things to do for a family day out in Weymouth, with an abundance of natural and themed attractions for everyone to enjoy!

From sand sculptures to a magical underwater world of dazzling sea creatures, Weymouth has attractions to delight visitors of all ages!

Get active in Weymouth

There are plenty of ways to get active in Weymouth!  Why not hire a bike, go on a guided cycle ride, set out on foot or horseback, hire a boat,,,,the list goes on!

Head out and enjoy the fresh air!  Take a stroll or cycle along one of the many trails and admire the natural beauty and abundance of wildlife on offer.

Life's a beach in Weymouth!

Weymouth’s long arc of fine golden sand is second to none!  Hours of fun can be enjoyed on the beach building sandcastles and splashing around in the clear blue sea.

Weymouth offers seaside fun by the bucket load!  Children will have a smile from ear to ear as they trot along the beach on a traditional donkey ride and adults and children alike will be left giggling away at the antics of a traditional Punch and Judy show!

However, if you’re just after a bit of relaxation then hire yourself a deckchair, find a quiet spot and sit back and enjoy the warm sand between your toes with the sound of waves lapping in the background – bliss!

Harbourside magic

Make sure you stoll round to Weymouth's beautiful harbour during your visit.  This is a great place to to while away the hours and watch all the comings and goings...luxury yachts, fishing trawlers, tall ships, RNLI Lifeboats and even cross harbour rowing ferries, you'll be able to watch it all!

You may even be lucky enough to catch the lifting of the Town Bridge during the summer!

Eating Out in Weymouth

You’ll be spoilt for choice for places to eat in Weymouth!  Whether you’re looking for fresh seafood, good old fashioned pub grub or a simple meal made with local produce you’ll find it here!

Sit back and relax in the outside seating at the Rendezvous and watch the world go by alongside Weymouth's bustling old harbour.

Eventful Weymouth!

Weymouth is renowned for its fantastic year round events programme.  From seafood Festivals to Beach Motocross, there is always something going on to entertain everyone, young and old! Download the 2017 events schedule here.

Book your stay in Weymouth

The only thing that’s left is to book your stay in Weymouth!  From pretty cottages, to beautiful seafront guesthouses & hotels and caravan and camping parks to suit all tastes and budgets – Weymouth truly has something to suit everyone.

So what are you waiting for?  Take the first step to creating some lasting family memories and find your perfect accommodation now!