Bristol Airport 1 hr 47
Lulworth Cove (34 min) This distinctive, rounded bay formed by sea erosion features arced waves & limestone folding. Portland Bill Lighthouse (24 min) 1906 lighthouse & keepers' quarters, now a visitor centre with maritime history exhibits. Abbotsbury Swannery (23 min) Sanctuary for 600 mute swans on the site of an 11th-century monastery, plus kids' play and a maze. Ringstead Bay (25 min) Picturesque beachfront area featuring footpaths, clifftops & grassy surrounding farmland. Weymouth Beach (12 min) Curving, sheltered beach popular for sun bathing & swimming & once frequented by King George III. SEA LIFE Centre Weymouth (9 min) Family-friendly exhibits with a variety of sea creatures (most offer play areas & group packages). Weymouth Harbour (14 min) Vibrant boating marina with shower facilities, a nearby sand beach & an annual seafood festival. Weymouth Bay (6 min) Waterway known for its reliable sailing conditions, plus birdwatching, beaches & yachting trips. Sandworld (7 min) Unique gallery with huge sand sculptures & a sand pit for hands-on creations, plus a coffee shop. Durdle Door (33 min) This natural limestone arch on the Jurassic Coast is one of Dorset's most photographed landmarks. Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens (19 min) 18th-century garden with rare plants and notable magnolia and camellia blooms, plus a restaurant. Isle of Portland (17 min) Beyond its cafes & pubs, this island features numerous scenic walking paths & views of the Channel. Nothe Fort (8 min) Open museum in a Victorian coastal fort with labyrinthine tunnels, plus film and diorama displays. Chesil Beach (13 min) Steep shingle beach, popular with anglers & walkers, with many cafes along its 18-mile length. Portland Castle (14 min) 1540s structure with gun platforms and sea views, a Tudor kitchen, a heritage garden and tea rooms. |