With a stunning seven-mile stretch of picturesque coastline, this Dorset resort is as breathtaking as any Balearic beauty spot. Bournemouth boasts sandy beaches and beautiful gardens, coupled with a vibrant atmosphere and a wealth of attractions. A year-round destination, the town offers a lively nightlife scene featuring some of the finest pubs, bars and clubs on the south coast.
The Dorset town truly shines in the summer months, with extended daylight hours allowing more time for beach exploration. The town also hosts a range of fantastic festivals and free events, including the Bournemouth Air Festival, BEAF Arts Festival in the summer, Arts by the Sea in the autumn, and Christmas Tree Wonderland in winter. READ MORE: The luxuriously wild campsite in Wales with proper loos and a 200-year-old pub Visitors can enjoy a leisurely walk along the promenade from Bournemouth Pier to Boscombe Pier, taking in the refreshing sea air.
A short walk from the beach, extending over a mile towards the town centre, are the Grade-II listed Victorian gardens. An iconic part of the town since the 1860s, the gardens house several attractions such as the Pine Walk art exhibition, an aviary, the bandstand, an ornamental rockery and mini golf, reports the Mirror . For those seeking tranquillity, the central and upper gardens provide a peaceful retreat, complete with a Gothic-style water tower, tree trail walk and charming red bridges scattered across the Bourne stream.
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