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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. Portland Bill Lighthouse

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    PORTLAND

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    • Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2020We'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…

  2. Langham Estate

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    Langham Wine Estate

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    DORCHESTER

    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
  3. Sherborne Walks

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    Sherborne Walks

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    • Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2020We'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. Abbotts Quay, Wareham

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    Wareham Boat Hire Ltd

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    WAREHAM

    Motor Boats, Kayaks, Canoes, Rowing Boats and Paddle Boards all for hire from Abbots Quay in Wareham. We have a fantastic range of self drive motor boats, some of the latest touring and sit on top kayaks both single and double. Canadian canoes, Red…

    Price £8.00 Per Ticket to £40.00 Activity
  5. snapper charters weymouth

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    WEYMOUTH

    Snapper Charters are now operating with reduced capacity due to the current Covid restrictions. Please contact them for accurate trip pricing. Snapper Charters offers deep sea fishing boat trips from Weymouth Harbour. Our trips are well suited to…

  6. Donkey Walking Adventures

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    BEAMINSTER

    Relax and enjoy an unforgettable day spent leading an affectionate donkey while exploring the Brit Valley and TV River Cottage Site. Picnic or pub lunch en route.

  7. Lyme Bay RIB Charter

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    West Bay, BRIDPORT

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    • Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2020We're Good to Go

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

  8. Greenslade Pleasure Boats at Brownsea Island

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 79 reviews79 reviews

    Greenslade Pleasure Boats

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    POOLE

    Fresh air, fantastic views, fun and relaxation for you to enjoy on every sailing. The cruise lasts 1 hour.

    Bookings in advance preferred but you can turn up at the kiosk on Poole Quay. If you do turn up, you will be booked onto the next…

    Price £5.00 to £11.50 Per Ticket
  9. Aerosaurus Balloons

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    SHAFTESBURY

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    • AA Awards AA COVID Confident Scheme 2020AA COVID Confident Scheme

    Aerosaurus Balloons is a family-run company offering champagne hot air balloon flights across the South West of England. As the largest hot air balloon flight operator in the West Country, we have over 25 years' experience and have flown more than…

  10. 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
  11. The Ancient Trails Company

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    • Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2020We'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. Frome Valley Trail

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    Frome Valley Trail

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    EVERSHOT

    Starting at Evershot, the second highest village in Dorset, the route meanders close to the River Frome. The route passes through Chilfrome, Maiden Newton, Bradford Peverell, Charminster and Dorchester. Along the way a wealth of wildlife can be seen.

  13. Dorset Pass

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    POOLE

    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
  14. Horse riding on the Dorset coast

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    Lulworth Equestrian Centre

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    Coombe Keynes, WAREHAM

    BHS approved riding and livery establishment offering lessons, hacking and cross-country.

    Price £17.00 to £40.00 Per Ticket
  15. Kimmeridge Bay - Jurassic Coast Photography

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    Jurassic Coast Photography

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    Poole

    Join Carl, an award winning local photographer, and member of the Guild of Photographers. For this season Carl is running two workshops, Landscape and Street. The Landscape Workshop runs along the Jurassic coast while the Street Workshop is based in…

    Price £95.00 Activity
  16. 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.

  17. RNLI Lifeboat at Poole

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    *LATEST UPDATE* The RNLI College is currently closed. Find out how RNLI crews and lifeguards are trained with a behind the scenes 90 minute tour of the RNLI College. Conducted by our dedicated volunteer tour guides, you will be given the chance to…

    Price £2.50 to £7.50 Per Ticket
  18. 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 2020We'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…

  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. Active England Tours

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    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…

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