Things to do in Bournemouth, England: The Best Tours

October 29, 2021 Myesha Cogley

Bournemouth’s seven miles of beach and exceptionally warm microclimate make it a favorite of U.K. travelers. There’s something for everyone here, whether you’re a watersports fanatic (try surfing lessons!) or just want to let your kids splash around in the calm waters. For a traditional Bournemouth vacation, rent a classic beach hut.
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1. Wedding Dance Lessons

Bournemouth, UK ALL STEPS FIRST DANCE LTD
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5.0 based on 2 reviews

All Steps First Dance provide dance lessons for an occasion, either a group dance or couples. It's so much fun and we come to wherever you are.

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Reviewed By H393MHsandrar

Teacher Emily came to our accommodation and taught us a Beyoncé routine to single ladies. It was sunny so we learnt in the garden, so much fun, the bride especially loved it being the centre of attention! Thanks all steps :)

2. Private Discovery Flight Around Bournemouth

Bournemouth International Airport, Parley Ln, Christchurch BH23 6SE, UK Wingly UK
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Go on an unforgettable adventure and discover the beautiful coast of Bournemouth in the most unique way...from a private micro plane! You’ll see stunning views of Bournemouth beach and pier, the Jurassic Coast, Sandbanks, and many more incredible sights for you to discover with a local pilot! Your pilot is key to this adventure. They are sharing the flights' direct cost, not making a profit. They just love to fly and want you to understand their passion for aviation. So be sure to meet your pilot directly at the Bournemouth Airport. ++Confirm weather conditions with your pilot before++ --> Access a local airfield --> Discuss the flight route together with your pilot --> Pre-flight check --> Up you go, enjoy the view from a whole new perspective! The flight can depart between 9-17h, depending on the availability of the pilot, aircraft, and weather. Please let us know your flexible hours/days upon booking, and make sure that you've been in touch with us beforehand!

Inclusions: Access a private and exclusive airclub around Bournemouth, Discuss the route with your pilot, make it special, 1 Hour Private Sightseeing Flight, Pilot's headset

Exclusions: Transportation to/from the activity, Food & Drinks

Reviewed By Olivewhi

It was a great purchase. It was a well constructed tour and worth the money. We were shown numerous landmarks and we had full control of how rough the flight was. We chose the calm selection.

3. Group Dance Lessons and Parties for Hen and Stag weekends

Cheriton Ave, Bournemouth BH7 6SD, UK ALL STEPS FIRST DANCE LTD
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Our hen and stag party dance classes are so much fun! It will sure be an ice breaker and will get the party started. You don't need to have any dance experience as we cater for all levels. You can choose the music or the theme and we will teach you a fab routine! You can film it on your phones so you have something to remember it by. Choose anything such as Beyonce, ABBA, Spice Girls, Little Mix, 80s, and many more!

Inclusions: Music equipment provided.

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Reviewed By Danjackson2000

Superb service! Great communication from start to finish, Kiri put us in contact with an amazing teacher who worked with us to teach us a wonderful first dance routine. Thank you

4. Discovery Flight around Portsmouth

Solent Airport, Daedalus Drive, Lee-on-the-Solent PO13 9FZ, UK Wingly UK
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Go on an unforgettable adventure and discover the beauty of Portsmouth and the surrounding area in the most unique way...from a private micro plane! You’ll see stunning views of the city, Isle of Wight, Spinnaker Tower...and many more sights for you to discover with a local pilot! Your pilot is key to this adventure. They are sharing the flights' direct cost, not making a profit. They just love to fly and want you to understand their passion for aviation. So be sure to meet your pilot directly at Lee-on-the-Solent airport. ++Confirm weather conditions with your pilot before++ --> Access a local airfield --> Discuss the flight route together with your pilot --> Pre-flight check --> Up you go, enjoy the view from a whole new perspective! The flight can depart between 9-17h, depending on the availability of the pilot, aircraft, and weather. Please let us know your flexible hours/days upon booking, and make sure that you've been in touch with us beforehand!

Inclusions: 1-Hour Private Sightseeing Flight, Access a private and exclusive airclub , Discuss the route with your pilot, make it special, Pilot Headset

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Reviewed By kaneperry

Our flight was piloted by Chris. He was very informative and polite and took us over the Isle of White, the beach, Weymouth. The actual experience was AMAZING!! Everywhere we went he told us about it and the experience itself was amazing. I highly recommend this as it is definitely an experience you will never forget, one reason for that is that he handed me the controls and I FLEW THE PLANE! Everything was nice, chilled, very safe and easy. Overall, couldn't have been better ????

5. Private - Three games of Tower Tag Experience (up to 8 players in 2 teams)

Dalkeith Ln, Bournemouth BH1 1EN, UK Centre VR BH1
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Tower Tag is our signature game of virtual reality laser tag where up to eight players can play together across two teams. Experience the next generation of laser tag! Tower Tag offers an intuitive method of movement that provides a very dynamic gaming experience. The vest that we issue you with allows you to feel the bullets! So claim those towers and dodge those bullets. Put on your headset, and step into the game! If you want to play against AI (artificial intelligence) robots, we offer that too. Add them to your team or play co-op against them. We have to warn you, they are really good, but we can set their level. You are provided with a single multi-purpose gun, which can also heal your teammates and provide the means to traverse the huge levels. We also provide each player with a flak jacket, which will aid you in detecting the direction of enemy fire, as well as deflecting some hits. Our Tower Tag matches are around 15 minutes long.

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Reviewed By AdeChelsea

Booked the 90min multi pass for our son and best friend at the Bournemouth Centre. A great welcome, very supportive and friendly team. Very well originased for peace of mind regarding covid 19. Even got an extra 15 minutes, as the boys took breaks for drinks. As we paid full price they gave us a half price members card to use in August for both of them, fantastic. Would thoroughly recommend as a day out. Thanks again for making their day so enjoyable.

6. 1 Hour VR Gaming Experience in Bournemouth

Dalkeith Ln, Bournemouth BH1 1EN, UK Centre VR BH1
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Players choose themselves from over 100 titles. Enjoy single-player games, multiplayer games, experiences, creative activities, musical sessions, and anything you desire during the time you book. All of your choices are available from the simple-to-use in-game menus, and you can chop and change at will. To make the best use of your time, we suggest that you browse the titles on our website before arriving so that you have an idea of how you will spend your time in virtual reality with us. Includes: Job Simulator, Half Life Alyx, Superhot, Arizona Sunshine, Pistol Whip, Doctor Who, Westworld, Richies Plank, Raw Data, Space Pirate Trainer, The Blu, Cowbots & Aliens, World of Tanks, Angry Birds, Predator, Budget Cuts 1 & 2, Vacation Simulator and many more.

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Reviewed By AdeChelsea

Booked the 90min multi pass for our son and best friend at the Bournemouth Centre. A great welcome, very supportive and friendly team. Very well originased for peace of mind regarding covid 19. Even got an extra 15 minutes, as the boys took breaks for drinks. As we paid full price they gave us a half price members card to use in August for both of them, fantastic. Would thoroughly recommend as a day out. Thanks again for making their day so enjoyable.

7. Jurassic Coast: Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door half day trip

Bournemouth (Coach Station), Boscombe, Bournemouth BH8 8DL, UK Discover Dorset Tours
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Discover some of the most scenic coastline in southern England on a coach trip from Bournemouth. Travel to the famous Jurassic Coast, via Poole Harbour and Sandbanks, to experience the nation's first natural UNESCO World Heritage Site.  Visit both Lulworth Cove and the natural limestone arch of Durdle Door for 3 hours at your own pace but with plenty of information and maps to help you along the way. Have a cream tea or fish and chips in one of the many tearooms, cafes or pubs in the village of West Lulworth. The departure point in Bournemouth has great connections with trains and coaches making this a great day trip from London and the South East.  Not just for the summer! This trip runs all year and provides an amazing day out, even in the depths of winter, just be sure to wrap up warm and look forward to a hot drink in one of the cosy pubs or cafes once you have blown the cobwebs out.

Inclusions: Round-trip shared transfer, Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Local guide, Professional guide, Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points

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Reviewed By thenamebutlonger

This trip was a really spontaneous decision right before the end of the summer, but it ended up being one of its best parts! Paul is a fantastic guide with plenty of interesting stories and details to tell about the places! Was a joy to listen to him, as well as to explore on your own, since everybody was given time to do so at each stop. Throughout the trip the weather went through every change imaginable, but the it didn't make the experience any less enjoyable (in fact, the opposite!).

8. Jurassic Coast Experience full day trip

Bournemouth (Coach Station), Boscombe, Bournemouth BH8 8DL, UK Discover Dorset Tours
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A stunning full day out on the Jurassic Coast. Departing from Bournemouth and visiting all the main sights on the Isle of Purbeck such as Sandbanks, Swanage, Durlston Country Park, Corfe Castle, Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove to experience the nation's first natural UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Inclusions: Round-trip shared transfer, Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Local guide, Professional guide, Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points, Sandbanks ferry

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Entrance fees to Corfe Castle (optional extra for individuals) Free entry for National Trust members (must have your card with you)

Reviewed By Borninbournemouth

Cocktails Sunshine Newlyweds we could had been in Greece. Lots of food places but we wen or good old fashioned fish and chips

9. City Sightseeing Bournemouth Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Bournemouth
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Discover the coastal resort town of Bournemouth with ease on a City Sightseeing hop-on hop-off tour! Choose between a 24-hour or 48-hour ticket and explore the city by open-top, double-decker bus - enjoying panoramic views around every turn. See all the main sights of Bournemouth on the 90-minute narrated loop, or hop on and hop off at any of the 25 tour stops to explore the places that interest you the most. The tour will take you to the city's most popular locations, including Bournemouth Pier, Sandbanks Beach, Old Poole Town and The Triangle.

Inclusions: Free headphones, On-board audio commentary, Vouchers valid for 12 months

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Reviewed By Lynne A

We did this bus tour today October 8 2020. This is excellent value for money, it takes you all over Bournemouth and Poole to places you wouldn’t think of or know how to get to in your car or on foot. A real good informative tour with a friendly helpful driver.

10. 1-Hour Bournemouth Bubble and Zorb Football Ticket 15 Players

BH Live Active, Littledown, Chaseside, Bournemouth BH7 7DX, UK Activity Provider

Bubble Football is a hilarious and chaotic twist on the beautiful game, strap yourselves into your giant inflatable bubble and step onto the pitch, then barge, bounce and bump your way through a thrilling five-a-side match. Players will be rotated every few minutes to ensure everybody gets plenty of fun game time. If you can stop yourself howling with laughter for long enough, dribble it forward before smashing it home past the goalie.Rules are the same as standard football except you are wearing a protective bubble and barging people to the floor isn’t frowned upon. A referee will be on hand to run through the rules and keep things in order. We are also Mobile and can come to your venue.

Inclusions: 10 Zorbs, Event Coordinator, Venue Hire, Football, Fun Games, Venue Hire

Exclusions: You can purchase drinks but it’s not included, You can contact the venue directly and arrange food with them for after the booking

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