Bristol Airport 1 hr 58
Upton Country Park (8 min)
Wooded parkland set out in the early 19th century with kids' play trail, tea rooms and Segway tours. Corfe Castle (22 min)
1000-year-old royal castle shaped by warfare, with ruins to explore, views and a wildlife walk. Adventure Wonderland (23 min)
Amusement park with themed rides, inflatable slide, runaway train and trampolines, plus events. National Trust - Kingston Lacy (14 min)
Italian-style country manor with Egyptian artefacts, a notable art collection and a Japanese garden. Monkey World - Ape Rescue Centre (22 min)
Visitors can view rescued & endangered primates in this open-air animal park with a gift shop. Oceanarium (24 min)
Explore marine ecosystems at a waterside aquarium, plus feeding sessions and an underwater tunnel. Russell Cotes Art Gallery & Museum (24 min)
Eccentric Art Nouveau-style setting for private Victorian art collection and temporary exhibitions. Farmer Palmer's Farm Park (10 min)
Fun park with indoor/outdoor play areas, farm animals, woodland trails & a seasonal maize maze. Compton Acres (21 min)
Private garden founded in 1920 with visits, an on-site tea room & retail sales of plants & gifts. Old Harry Rocks (48 min)
Natural attraction featuring cliffside views of unique chalk formation, accessible by scenic walks. Brownsea Island (39 min)
Hiking, picnics & wildlife viewing, especially of red squirrels, are popular at this historic spot. Knoll Beach Studland (40 min)
Beyond its sheltered waters & sandy beach, this scenic locale features a reptile discovery trail. Isle of Purbeck (30 min)
Wildflower-filled island with coastal paths, dramatic cliffs, beaches & charming old villages. Bournemouth Pier (25 min)
Victorian pier with an amusement arcade, a variety theatre, a cafe and boat trips along the coast. Splashdown (12 min)
Waterpark and leisure centre featuring multiple rides and flumes for kids, plus a water play area. | 
