1 Day In East Dorset
So you've got 24 hours in East Dorset
! That's a great amount of time to visit - let's see what our expert guides would recommend. Last updated 15th December 2023.
If you have 24 hours to spend in East Dorset, here are some suggestions:
- Visit the historic market town of Wimborne Minster, which has a beautiful church and a famous model village. This could take around 2-3 hours.
- Explore the ruins of Corfe Castle, which is a National Trust property. You could easily spend 2-3 hours here.
- Take a walk along the Jurassic Coastline, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You could drive to Lulworth Cove, Durdle Door or Studland Beach to name a few options, and spend around 2-4 hours depending on how long you want to walk for.
- Visit Kingston Lacy, a stunning country house with beautiful gardens. This could take around 2-3 hours.
- Take a trip to Poole Harbour, which is the second largest natural harbour in the world. You could do a harbour tour, visit Brownsea Island or just relax on the beach. This could take around 2-4 hours.
These are just a few ideas of things to do in East Dorset, there are plenty of other options depending on your interests and how much time you have. Have a great time!
