Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Swanage October 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [Swanage Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Swanage.dx5707)[Hotels in Swanage](https://expedia.co.uk/Swanage-Hotels.d5707.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Swanage](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Swanage.d5707.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Swanage Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Swanage.d5707.Car-Hire-Guide)[Swanage Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Swanage.d5707.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Swanage ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Swanage Types of activities [Swanage travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Swanage.dx5707) ![Swanage](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/1407627833e4dd2942e6fdbb8fec35cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Swanage](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/258cc3f6ce69e2e477daf63d66b03106.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Photo by Illy Cotter](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/cc57f4e71c20ddd90dc90b2956111f6f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Illy Cotter](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/cc57f4e71c20ddd90dc90b2956111f6f.jpg) ![Photo by nick board](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/998cf8d62509d192572ec55c7d39c0e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by nick board](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/998cf8d62509d192572ec55c7d39c0e9.jpg) ![Photo by Steve Hocking](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/34e0b18c2fa88562fa940dd565b75759.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Steve Hocking](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/34e0b18c2fa88562fa940dd565b75759.jpg) ## Swanage Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Swanage has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Swanage, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Swanage with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Swanage Swanage is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Swanage, and make it a breeze to explore Swanage and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Swanage to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Swanage, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Swanage. #### Swanage attractions Swanage has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Swanage to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Swanage. Looking for things to do in Swanage can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Swanage or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Swanage attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails! * * * ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and holiday rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) * * * ### Most fun & popular experiences in Swanage ### Tours & day trips [See all 15 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=5707&location=Swanage&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Poole Jurassic Coast Circular Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50213189/f99f0e3a-2e47-47bf-912c-b02720359609.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Poole Jurassic Coast Circular Cruise 2h 15m 10/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available £21£17 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/poole-jurassic-coast-circular-cruise.a50213189.activity-details?&rid=5707&location=Swanage&swp=off) ![Jurassic Coast Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (7 Day Pass)...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4354785/088c0edc-c1c2-4a24-9cec-da73aeea1593.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Jurassic Coast Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (7 Day Pass)... 4h Free cancellation available £25 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/jurassic-coast-tour-app-hidden-gems-game-and-big-britain-quiz-7-day-pass-uk.a4354785.activity-details?&rid=5707&location=Swanage&swp=off) ![Poole Harbour and Islands Circular Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50180336/2f3d566a-ea40-4848-a73a-27d4b3352b2c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Poole Harbour and Islands Circular Cruise 1h 10m Free cancellation available £14 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/poole-harbour-and-islands-circular-cruise.a50180336.activity-details?&rid=5707&location=Swanage&swp=off) ![From Bournemouth: Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door Trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4566303/49192bcd-bf3b-49c5-86cf-5060e6e3dc5b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Bournemouth: Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door Trip 6h 9/10 4 reviews Free cancellation available £39 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-bournemouth-lulworth-cove-and-durdle-door-trip.a4566303.activity-details?&rid=5707&location=Swanage&swp=off) ![Jurassic Coast and Durdle Door in Executive Vehicle Private Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48997587/34a56afb-b413-4322-968e-0ba1f55ab344.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Jurassic Coast and Durdle Door in Executive Vehicle Private Tour 14h Free cancellation available £1,168 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/jurassic-coast-and-durdle-door-in-executive-vehicle-private-tour.a48997587.activity-details?&rid=5707&location=Swanage&swp=off) ![Tour of East Dorset-Durdle Door, Corfe Castle, Lulworth & more.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48420374/52f04700-25bc-4495-aff0-af6d764c4c64.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Tour of East Dorset-Durdle Door, Corfe Castle, Lulworth & more. 8h Free cancellation available £145 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/tour-of-east-dorset-durdle-door-corfe-castle-lulworth-more.a48420374.activity-details?&rid=5707&location=Swanage&swp=off) ![E-Bike Day Trip with Lunch to Harrys Rock or Corfé Castle](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5187795/67267f5b-87b8-49bc-b163-7609856b82b6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### E-Bike Day Trip with Lunch to Harrys Rock or Corfé Castle 3h 30m Free cancellation available £95 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/e-bike-day-trip-with-lunch-to-harrys-rock-or-corfe-castle.a5187795.activity-details?&rid=5707&location=Swanage&swp=off) ![E-Bike Half-Day Trip to Harrys Rock or Corfé Castle](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4447626/c62bbe7a-283a-446d-a8d1-61cd68a070b6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### E-Bike Half-Day Trip to Harrys Rock or Corfé Castle 4h Free cancellation available £95 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/e-bike-half-day-trip-to-harrys-rock-or-corfe-castle.a4447626.activity-details?&rid=5707&location=Swanage&swp=off) ![Bournemouth Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self Guided Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49834524/88daae3e-f725-4c93-ae71-f5bf2773fb93.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Bournemouth Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self Guided Tour 2h Free cancellation available £9 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/bournemouth-scavenger-hunt-and-sights-self-guided-tour.a49834524.activity-details?&rid=5707&location=Swanage&swp=off) ![Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Bournemouth](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45073104/49ccfca4-946d-42e0-b287-3c2bb23ce30a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Bournemouth 8h Free cancellation available £12 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/bar-club-queue-jump-entry-party-pass-to-multiple-venues-in-bournemouth.a45073104.activity-details?&rid=5707&location=Swanage&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=5707&location=Swanage&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Jurassic Coast and Durdle Door in Executive Vehicle Private Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48997587/34a56afb-b413-4322-968e-0ba1f55ab344.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Jurassic Coast and Durdle Door in Executive Vehicle Private Tour 14h Free cancellation available £1,168 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/jurassic-coast-and-durdle-door-in-executive-vehicle-private-tour.a48997587.activity-details?&rid=5707&location=Swanage&swp=off) ![Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Bournemouth](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45073104/49ccfca4-946d-42e0-b287-3c2bb23ce30a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Bournemouth 8h Free cancellation available £12 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/bar-club-queue-jump-entry-party-pass-to-multiple-venues-in-bournemouth.a45073104.activity-details?&rid=5707&location=Swanage&swp=off) ![Jurassic Coast Private Tour from Southampton](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3480781/6c54fd6e-88d5-415c-ab72-e099150d3adf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Jurassic Coast Private Tour from Southampton 8h Free cancellation available £660 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/jurassic-coast-private-tour-from-southampton.a3480781.activity-details?&rid=5707&location=Swanage&swp=off) ### Attractions [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=5707&location=Swanage&filter.categories=Attractions) ![Bournemouth Oceanarium Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49151271/686875d8-022e-41fa-a3db-5ce17f5f1f54.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Bournemouth Oceanarium Ticket 8.8/10 3 reviews Free cancellation available £15 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/bournemouth-oceanarium-ticket.a49151271.activity-details?&rid=5707&location=Swanage&swp=off) ![Bournemouth Pier: PierZip Entrance Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48218040/15cf5b01-f3d1-4fa1-840e-00a94aea2659.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Bournemouth Pier: PierZip Entrance Ticket 1h 30m 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available £25 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/bournemouth-pier-pierzip-entrance-ticket.a48218040.activity-details?&rid=5707&location=Swanage&swp=off) ![Bournemouth: RockReef Indoor Clip ‘n Climb Entry Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47895590/3b117cad-f345-4421-b089-58a7b7552561.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Bournemouth: RockReef Indoor Clip ‘n Climb Entry Ticket 1d Free cancellation available £18 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/bournemouth-rockreef-indoor-clip-n-climb-entry-ticket.a47895590.activity-details?&rid=5707&location=Swanage&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Swanage | Number of things to do | 19 | | --- | --- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Bournemouth Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self Guided Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/bournemouth-scavenger-hunt-and-sights-self-guided-tour.a49834524.activity-details): £10 | | Top 5 things to do | - [Bournemouth: RockReef Indoor Clip ‘n Climb Entry Ticket](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/bournemouth-rockreef-indoor-clip-n-climb-entry-ticket.a47895590.activity-details) - [Poole Jurassic Coast Circular Cruise](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/poole-jurassic-coast-circular-cruise.a50213189.activity-details) - [From Bournemouth: Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door Trip](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-bournemouth-lulworth-cove-and-durdle-door-trip.a4566303.activity-details) - [From Bournemouth: Jurassic Coast & Isle of Purbeck Day Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-bournemouth-jurassic-coast-isle-of-purbeck-day-tour.a5095212.activity-details) - [Bournemouth Oceanarium Ticket](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/bournemouth-oceanarium-ticket.a49151271.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | - [Poole Jurassic Coast Circular Cruise](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/poole-jurassic-coast-circular-cruise.a50213189.activity-details) - [Bournemouth Pier: PierZip Entrance Ticket](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/bournemouth-pier-pierzip-entrance-ticket.a48218040.activity-details) - [Poole Harbour and Islands Circular Cruise](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/poole-harbour-and-islands-circular-cruise.a50180336.activity-details) - [Jaggers Comedy Club. Stand up Comedy Bournemouth](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/jaggers-comedy-club-bournemouth.a47138678.activity-details) - [Bournemouth Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self Guided Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/bournemouth-scavenger-hunt-and-sights-self-guided-tour.a49834524.activity-details) | | With kids | - [Poole Jurassic Coast Circular Cruise](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/poole-jurassic-coast-circular-cruise.a50213189.activity-details) - [From Bournemouth: Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door Trip](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-bournemouth-lulworth-cove-and-durdle-door-trip.a4566303.activity-details) - [From Bournemouth: Jurassic Coast & Isle of Purbeck Day Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-bournemouth-jurassic-coast-isle-of-purbeck-day-tour.a5095212.activity-details) - [Bournemouth Oceanarium Ticket](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/bournemouth-oceanarium-ticket.a49151271.activity-details) - [Poole Harbour and Islands Circular Cruise](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/poole-harbour-and-islands-circular-cruise.a50180336.activity-details) | ## What to do in Swanage * * * ### Popular places to visit ![Swanage Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/34e0b18c2fa88562fa940dd565b75759.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Swanage Beach If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Swanage Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Swanage. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Swanage-Beach-Swanage.d6092135.Attraction) ![Studland Beach and Nature Reserve](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/cc57f4e71c20ddd90dc90b2956111f6f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Studland Beach and Nature Reserve Explore the great outdoors at Studland Beach and Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Swanage. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Studland-Beach-And-Nature-Reserve-Swanage.d553248621532491062.Attraction) ![Old Harry Rocks](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/258cc3f6ce69e2e477daf63d66b03106.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Old Harry Rocks Explore the great outdoors at Old Harry Rocks, a lovely green space in Swanage. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Old-Harry-Rocks-Swanage.d553248621555874975.Attraction) ![Shell Bay Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/cc57f4e71c20ddd90dc90b2956111f6f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Shell Bay Beach If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Shell Bay Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Swanage. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Shell-Bay-Beach-Swanage.d6092137.Attraction) ![Durlston Country Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/0e0ea044218bbbc0376be596af6ed3b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Durlston Country Park Explore the great outdoors at Durlston Country Park, a lovely green space in Swanage. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Durlston-Country-Park-Swanage.d553248621532488999.Attraction) ![Anvil Point Lighthouse](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/219c03f06913965a57f8b509968599b2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Anvil Point Lighthouse Find out about the history of Swanage when you spend time at Anvil Point Lighthouse. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Anvil-Point-Lighthouse-Swanage.d6092141.Attraction) ![Dancing Ledge](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/9ff7fae3533598b9bf4559122494dc14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dancing Ledge Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Dancing Ledge during your travels in Langton Matravers. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the spas in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dancing-Ledge-Swanage.d553248621555856581.Attraction) #### Isle of Purbeck Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Isle of Purbeck during your travels in Worth Matravers. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the spas in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Isle-Of-Purbeck-Swanage.d553248634855571764.Attraction) #### Great Globe Find out about the history of Swanage with a stop at Great Globe. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Great-Globe-Swanage.d6092139.Attraction) * * * Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. * * * ## Day trip destinations from Swanage ![Brownsea Castle featuring heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/126000/126979-Poole.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Poole [](https://expedia.co.uk/Poole.dx5659) ![Photo by Catherine Slee](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/3bdbed5a3c8505f01945722676186042.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Studland [](https://expedia.co.uk/Studland.dx182664) ![Durdle Door showing a bay or harbour, rugged coastline and a sunset](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/107000/107885-Bournemouth.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Wareham [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wareham.dx182682) ![Photo by Doug Smith](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/88601e3b5080869e3dcec97ff57c1e2c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Sandbanks [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sandbanks.dx6337080) ![Photo "Kingston" by Trish Steel (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/3/fd3584757a84c9e042aafbb6c80a7ea4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)[Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [Trish Steel](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/9274) ([CC BY-SA](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Kingston [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kingston.dx6337124) ![Photo "Ulwell" by OLU (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/3/1da95451b7eb2e221ed432e8a8c8371f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)[Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [OLU](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/14997) ([CC BY-SA](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Ulwell [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ulwell.dx3000009508) ![Photo by Georgina Smith](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/9ff7fae3533598b9bf4559122494dc14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Langton Matravers [](https://expedia.co.uk/Langton-Matravers.dx3000010832) ![Compton Acres which includes heritage architecture and a park](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/127000/127014-Poole.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Canford Cliffs [](https://expedia.co.uk/Canford-Cliffs.dx3000012067) ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Swanage worth visiting? > One of the most popular things to do in Swanage is explore Sandbanks Beach. Tick this leading attraction off your list, then discover more of this area's watersports and walking trails. ### How do I spend a day in Swanage? > When you've checked off top attractions like Sandbanks Beach and Swanage Beach, spend some time enjoying Swanage's shopping and food scene. ### What is the top tourist attraction in Swanage? > Don't leave without visiting Sandbanks Beach, rated the top tourist attraction in Swanage. ### Is three days enough to stay in Swanage? > Three days will be enough time to check out many city attractions, like Sandbanks Beach, Swanage Beach and Studland Beach and Nature Reserve. The average stay in Swanage is three days. If you feel the urge to extend your trip, Bournemouth isn't far away. ### Is Swanage a walkable city? > That depends on what you'd like to do and see in Swanage. Several sights, like Swanage Beach and Swanage Museum and Heritage Centre, are accessible on foot. If you're up for a stroll through some of Swanage's best neighbourhoods, Studland is 3 kms (2 miles) away from downtown, while Ulwell is 2 kms (1 mile) away from the city centre and also within walking distance. ### What are some activities to do in Swanage with kids? > If you're searching for sights and activities for all of your group, check out these fantastic ideas for what to do in Swanage with kids. > > > > - [Poole Jurassic Coast Circular Cruise](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/poole-jurassic-coast-circular-cruise.a50213189.activity-details) > - [From Bournemouth: Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door Trip](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-bournemouth-lulworth-cove-and-durdle-door-trip.a4566303.activity-details) > - [From Bournemouth: Jurassic Coast & Isle of Purbeck Day Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-bournemouth-jurassic-coast-isle-of-purbeck-day-tour.a5095212.activity-details) > - [Bournemouth Oceanarium Ticket](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/bournemouth-oceanarium-ticket.a49151271.activity-details) > - [Poole Harbour and Islands Circular Cruise](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/poole-harbour-and-islands-circular-cruise.a50180336.activity-details) ### What to do in Swanage for adults? > Whether you're a culture enthusiast, avid foodie or outdoor adventurer, there are loads of things to do in Swanage for adults including Rockley Sands Beach and Purbeck Mineral and Mining Museum. ### Are there free things to do in Swanage? > One of the best ways to learn about free things to do in Swanage is to chat to a local tour guide. You'll get insider views on interesting neighbourhoods, parks and other hotspots you can enjoy without taking your wallet out. 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