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  1. City Cruises Poole boat trip at Old Harry Rocks, Studland
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There are an endless number of sights, routes and places to explore in Dorset with experts on hand to guide you.

Tour guides will often know about hidden gems that you would not find without local knowledge.

From walking tours and fossil hunts to boat trips and town guides, whatever your interest, there is lots of choice on offer.

Maximise your enjoyment with a guided tour

There is plenty of sightseeing to do in Dorset, from the famous landmarks that have put the county on the map to film locations where you can walk in the steps of the famous.

Join an organised group tour or book a private tour guide for a more bespoke experience.

Discover the beauty of Dorset by boat

Dorset has a great deal to offer and a boat trip is a particularly gratifying way to see the best of the area.

A selection of different boat trips run throughout the year in Dorset.

Choose from a trip down the River Frome on the Paddle Steamer Monarch, a leisurely cruise along the Jurassic Coast or even a thrilling RIB blast.

Love exploring?

For those who want to experience everything that the county has to offer, day trips are a popular option.

Walking and cycling tours in Dorset ensure that you see the best of the local countryside, with an expert guide who can explain the area's attractions and history.

And if you want to kick back and relax, you may like to join a themed minibus tour that you can tailor specifically to your own interests.

Either way, you’re guaranteed a fun adventure!

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  1. Swanage Sea Fishing

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    Swanage Sea Fishing

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    SWANAGE

    Based in Swanage on the stunning Jurassic coastline, we welcome both experienced and novice anglers, including children and families. This part of the world offers fantastic angling marks and a plentiful variety of fish for the table, plus the…

  2. Lyme Bay RIB Charter

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    Lyme Bay RIB Charter

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    West Bay, BRIDPORT

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    • Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2021We're Good to Go

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

  3. Sherborne Walks

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    Sherborne Walks

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    • Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2021We're Good to Go

    Sherborne Walks have re-started their guided walking tours for visitors with pre-booking and a maximum of 5 places available per tour. Cindy Chant will lead our historic town tour every Friday morning, starting 10.30 a.m. Meet outside the Tourist…

  4. Durlston Castle and Country Park, Swanage

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    Durlston Country Park National Nature Reserve

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    • Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2021We're Good to Go

    Durlston Country Park is a fabulous 320 acre countryside paradise. With stunning views, walking trails, the historic Great Globe, superb geology, fascinating wildlife and Durlston Castle, there is always something different to see and do. There are…

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  5. Bikepacking in Dorset with Wessex Gravel Adventures

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    Gravel Bike ‘Bikepacking’ Trips and Experiences. We offer challenging but achievable experiences for anyone with an interest travelling by bike across the region we call home. We camp overnight, carrying all our own equipment on our bikes in…

  6. Portland Bill Lighthouse

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    PORTLAND

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    • Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2021We're Good to Go

    *Temporarily closed*. Portland Bill Lighthouse has been standing majestically for the past one hundred and eleven years at a height of 41 metres (135 ft).  The distinctive red and white tower first shone its famous four flashes of light every twenty…

  7. Children with dog in summer garden | Dog friendly attraction | Sundial Garden | Exbury Gardens | New Forest | Visit Dorset

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    Exbury

    Exbury Gardens & Steam Railway is currently closed for winter maintenance. We look forward to welcoming you back from 1st March 2021.

    More than 100 years in the making, Exbury Gardens & Steam Railway is a spectacular collection of landscaped…

    Price Free to £14.30 Per Ticket
  8. Walx Nordic Walking Dorset

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    Walking (and Nordic Walking) is great fun and our team will not only ensure that you reach your health/fitness goals but that you have a great time doing it!

  9. Wooden signpost for walking and cycling routes in Dorset

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    The Carter Company - Gentle Walking & Cycling Holidays

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    The Carter Company’s gentle self-guided walking and cycling holidays are a unique way to discover Dorset. Get away from the crowds with our creative itineraries that take you along charming back roads and quiet paths; through forests and woods;…

  10. Langham Estate

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    LATEST UPDATE: The Langham shop is still open during January, 10am until 5pm, Tuesday to Friday. Online shopping also available. World class sparkling wines from the heart of Dorset! At Langham Estate, we love to share our passion for what we do and…

    Price Free to £15.00 Per person per day
  11. The Ancient Trails Company

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    • Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2021We're Good to Go

    We offer a walking holiday and day experiences like no other – we meet, we pack up the ponies, we walk, we camp wild(ish). We also ‘wild glamp’. And now you can too.

    Ancient Trails has evolved from our love of where we live- Dorset - this land,…

  12. Condor Ferries

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    *LATEST UPDATE* Day trips to Guernsey are currently suspended. Some ferries are operating with restrictions in place - visit their website for the latest information.

    Price £24.00 to £34.00 Per Ticket
  13. Swyre Head, Dorset

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    Jurassic Coast Walking

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    Kingston, SWANAGE

    We offer guided and self guided walking holidays on the magical Isle of Purbeck. Walks can be tailored to suit all ages and abilities and guided walks are led by a local author and photographer who has published a number of books.

  14. Dorset Pass

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    A sightseeing pass that will gain you free entry into various attractions across Dorset and more! Available for 1 day, 2 days or 3 days. The pass activates at the first attraction you visit, which allows you to pre-book your pass before you arrive…

    Price £25.00 to £60.00 Per Ticket
  15. Kayaking

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    Land and Wave

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    • Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2021We're Good to Go

    Climbing, Coasteering, Sea Kayaking, Bushcraft, Raft Building, Stand Up Paddle Boarding & more in Swanage and The Purbecks. Excellent instructors, top notch kit and passion for the Great Outdoors.

    Price £25.00 to £137.00 Per Ticket
  16. Active England Tours

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    Active England is an active travel tour company, which takes it’s guests walking and cycling from gardens to castles, travelling through fields, down winding lanes, along hills and hedgerows right into the heart of the British countryside. Our…

  17. Lyme RIB Rides Ltd

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    Lyme RIB Rides Ltd

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    LYME REGIS

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    • Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2021We're Good to Go

    Lyme RIB Rides is the newest water attraction in Lyme Bay. We offer fast and slower paced boat trips, suitable for the whole family, along the beautiful Jurassic Coastline. See the historic scenery up close while enjoying an exhilarating ride on our…

  18. Brenscombe Outdoor Centre - rock climbing

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    CORFE CASTLE

    Activities include: High ropes course, power boating, kayaking, climbing, mountain biking and so much more. The Centre is located in spectacular surroundings close to Corfe Castle and Poole Harbour. Experienced, qualified instructors provide…

    Price £24.00 to £45.00 Activity
  19. Vintage V.W. Campervan

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    WAREHAM

    Classic VW Campervan hire located in Wareham, Dorset. Explore the area in the comfort of a fully equipped 1970's classic VW. All campervans are 4 berth and are great for weekend breaks, family holidays, weddings and promotional work.

    Price £350.00 to £720.00 Per Ticket
  20. The River Frome at Wareham

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    Paddle Steamer Monarch at Wareham

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    WAREHAM

    Monarch is the world’s smallest commercial paddle steamer and one of only three operating in Britain. She is now operating on the River Frome from Wareham, licenced to carry 12 passengers. Monarch is also available for private party bookings and…

    Price £5.00 to £10.00 Per Ticket
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