The friendly city of Sandbanks awaits you
The beaches and surrounding scenery provide a peaceful ambience to your holiday home in Sandbanks. Revered for its restaurants, spas and bars, this city is both welcoming and relaxing. Poole Harbour and Durdle Door are just a couple of the must-see attractions in the area. Are you looking for specific amenities for your getaway? Many of our holiday rentals feature full kitchens and laundry facilities.
Activities and attractions in and around Sandbanks
Do you want to find attractions to visit while you're in town? Venture out of your cosy holiday rental and experience everything that Sandbanks has to offer. These are some of the major attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Alum Chine Beach (2.7 mi / 4.3 km)
- Bournemouth Pier (3.7 mi / 6 km)
- Oceanarium (3.8 mi / 6 km)
- Monkey World Ape Rescue Center (11.9 mi / 19.2 km)
- Splashdown Waterpark (4.3 mi / 6.9 km)
- Swanage Pier (5.3 mi / 8.5 km)
Exploring the beaches and other natural features in Sandbanks
Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or just want to appreciate the scenery, Sandbanks is a great place to spend some time outside. These are some of the area's most stunning natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Durdle Door (15.2 mi / 24.4 km)
- New Forest National Park (18.4 mi / 29.6 km)
- Sandbanks Beach (0.3 mi / 0.5 km)
- Studland Beach and Nature Reserve (1.6 mi / 2.6 km)
- Alum Chine Beach (2.7 mi / 4.3 km)
- Old Harry Rocks (3.1 mi / 5 km)
Seasonal weather in Sandbanks
If warm-weather activities are high on your list, July, August, September and June are the hottest months to visit, when temperatures average 16°C.
Travelling to and around Sandbanks
Fly into Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.), the closest airport, located 8.1 mi (13.1 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you could book a flight to Southampton (SOU), which is 31.5 mi (50.7 km) away.