1
Purbeck Heritage Coast
Tourist attraction
Chalk cliffs are a highlight of this scenic destination with coastal paths for dramatic ocean views.
4.80 (4.4K reviews)
(~3.02 km from centre)
2
Swanage Pier Trust
Tourist attraction
Victorian pier with a maritime museum and exhibition centre, plus a cafe and boat trips.
4.40 (3.8K reviews)
(~3.49 km from centre)
4
The Square & Compass
Pub
Country pub with local beer and cider, live music and a garden, a drop-in for coast path walkers.
$ $$$
4.80 (2.2K reviews)
(~2.91 km from centre)
5
The Fish Plaice
Fish and chips takeaway
Bustling counter-serve spot for classic comfort foods including Nordic seafood & local potatoes.
$ $$$
4.50 (1.5K reviews)
(~3.13 km from centre)
6
Swanage Beach
Tourist attraction
👍👍 Swanage is a beautiful seaside town. It has a small sandy beach and is surrounded by fantastic countryside. Take a walk to Peveril Point and look back at the bay and Old Harry Rocks for spectacular coastal views.
4.70 (1.5K reviews)
(~3.03 km from centre)
7
The Scott Arms
Pub
Low-key rooms in a classic country pub with countryside views, a rustic restaurant & breakfast.
4.20 (1.3K reviews)
(~4.41 km from centre)
8
The Ship Inn
Pub
Cosy pub with weekend entertainment and a menu of classic British options and local seafood.
$$ $$
4.20 (1K reviews)
(~3.13 km from centre)
9
Gee Whites Seafood Restaurant
Seafood restaurant
Unfussy seaside stop offering low-key al fresco seafood dishes alongside beer, wine & ice cream.
$$ $$
4.20 (946 reviews)
(~3.28 km from centre)
10
Red Lion Swanage
Pub
Simple rooms in a 19th-century former coach house offering free full English breakfast.
4.20 (903 reviews)
(~2.98 km from centre)
11
Black Swan Inn
Pub
Real ales and comfort food in a traditional pub with open fire and exposed beams, plus patio garden.
$$ $$
4.60 (859 reviews)
(~2.61 km from centre)
12
The White Swan
Pub
Rustic pub with simple rooms, a traditional menu and real ales, plus a garden and free breakfast.
3.60 (856 reviews)
(~3.1 km from centre)
13
Swanage Bay
Beach
👍 Located on the Dorset coast, Swanage is a popular seaside town with a safe swimming beach, plenty of nice shops and cafes, parks and gardens and access to the beautiful SW Coast Trail. There's decent parking and it can also be accessed by rail.
4.70 (672 reviews)
(~3.23 km from centre)
15
Wimpy
Family restaurant
Relaxed eatery of a long-standing chain with a menu of burgers, mixed grills & other comfort food.
$$ $$
4.30 (628 reviews)
(~3.08 km from centre)
16
Peveril Point
Tourist attraction
👍👍 A fantastic viewpoint looking out to sea, along the rugged coast, views across the Jurassic Coast and into Swanage. Very quiet, peaceful and relaxing. The coast watch station is here, a few benches and a grassy area suitable for a picnic. Venturing to sea level via two routes, the ambitious slope re...
4.70 (620 reviews)
(~3.97 km from centre)
17
Winspit Quarry
Tourist attraction
👍👍 Absolutely brilliant place to explore. Loads of caves and old buildings, feels pretty remote and fascinating to go around. Awe inspiring and I would recommend for anyone that it is a must do if visiting that part of the country.
4.70 (620 reviews)
(~3.77 km from centre)
18
K’s Funworld Swanage
Amusement center
Old-fashioned indoor arcade featuring a variety of video games & assorted prizes.
4.10 (571 reviews)
(~3.05 km from centre)
19
Isle of Purbeck Golf Club
Golf club
👍👍 I first played this fantastic course around 35 years ago and yesterday with the strong winds, bright sunshine, and drizzle in the 4 1/2 hour round, with best views of any golf course I have ever played, I could not believe the quality of the fairways, rough or greens. The day was completed with grea...
4.40 (566 reviews)
(~3.23 km from centre)
20
Woodyhyde Campsite
Campground
Picturesque campsite on 13 acres, offering a store, lots for motorhomes & tents & furnished yurts.
$28/night
4.50 (550 reviews)
(~2.9 km from centre)