Renowned for its seven miles of golden beaches and beautiful parks and gardens, Bournemouth blends the contemporary with the traditional to ensure you are truly spoilt for choice - welcome to our gem on the South Coast.

The different areas of Bournemouth have so much to offer – how do you choose? Follow our brief guide below to see which of the 5 Bournemouth areas would suit you best.

1) Alum Chine and Westbourne

Alum Chine is home to Bournemouth's famous tropical gardens. Take a stroll through the palm trees and other tropical plants on a hot day towards the beach, and it's easy to forget that you're in Britain! Alum Chine beach is one of our three Blue Flag Award winning beach so you can bask in the glorious sunshine close to amenities, golden sand and glistening sea. Order your Bournemouth Holiday Brochure now.

2) West Cliff and Central East

Bournemouth West Cliff is home to Durley Chine beach, another of Bournemouth's 3 Blue Flag Award winners. Here you will find shops and amenities on the beach, as well as gorgeous sand and sea, with easy access to other beaches via the land train.

3) East Cliff and Central East

Bournemouth's East Cliff boasts the Russell Cotes Art Gallery and Museum. This breathtaking museum is the former home of Merton and Annie Russell Cotes, forerunners in the development of Bournemouth, and houses their treasures and artefacts collected from around the globe. 4) Boscombe

4) Boscombe

Boscombe quite simply oozes character. From the Boscombe Pier beach which is a haven for surfers, to the plethora of antique and bric-a-brac shops if there is ever a place to find something a bit different, it's here. The centre itself boasts many high street names within the antiques, and has a bustle that can't be missed.

5) Southbourne

Southbourne is home to the third of our Blue Flag Award winning beaches, meaning amenities and plenty of facilities for families as you soak up the sun on the golden sands. In the evening, enjoy beautifully lit landscapes at the beachside restaurants. Southbourne's other gem is its Green Flag Award winning Seafield Gardens, with facilities for bowls, tennis and croquet.

Wherever you decide to stay, there is plenty to do. And don't forget that all these areas are just a short car or bus journey away.

The Bournemouth Holiday Brochure includes comprehensive Bournemouth tourist information. 

Bournemouth Tourist Information Centre

Westover Road,
Bournemouth,
Dorset,
BH1 2BU

Tel: 0845 051 1700
E-mail: info@bournemouth.gov.uk