The Square

Based around The Square, only a stones throw away from Bournemouth's award winning beaches, gardens and great attractions. The Square is easily accessible from both Bournemouth Airport and Bournemouth Station.

Shopping

You can find a variety of shops from large chain stores to independent retailers for a diverse shopping experience. If you're looking for a bargain or you're in need of some retail therapy then make sure you stroll through the town centre shopping district.

Spread between the retail outlets there are cafes, restaurants and pubs to take a rest from pounding the shops.

Shopping extends to the west into The Triangle and east to Lansdowne.

Transport

All major bus routes across the town go through the town centre and are easily accessible, with all buses accommodating wheelchair users and families with prams.

The main bus services running through the town centre to Poole and Christchurch are Wilts & Dorset and Yellow Buses.

Nightlife

Once the shops are closed for the day, the town comes alive again with the exciting nightlife offered in the town with bustling nightclubs and pubs, plus live music venues, cinemas and live theatre and dance at the Pavilion.

If you're staying for a family break, business trip or holiday, you can rest assured that Bournemouth town centre offers what you need.

Events

For town centre event listings please visit our What's On Calendar and if you're visiting for the Bournemouth Air Festival or to see a show please take a look at the hotels & guesthouses on offer.