Georgie & Nicola's Guidebook
Local towns to visit
Family friendly seaside town with a sandy beach, great restaurants and a number of attractions.
160 locals recommend
Weymouth
Family friendly seaside town with a sandy beach, great restaurants and a number of attractions.
County town of Dorset that still boasts a weekly market, museums and historic town walks.
131 locals recommend
Dorchester
County town of Dorset that still boasts a weekly market, museums and historic town walks.
Bridport
Vibrant market town west of Weymouth.
Sightseeing spots
Probably the most famous part of the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site, along with Durdle Door.
383 locals recommend
Lulworth Cove
Probably the most famous part of the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site, along with Durdle Door.
City advice
Don't miss
Crab House Cafe
Fabulous seafood restaurant within walking distance of Pebble Lodge. Booking essential.
Don't miss
Portland Alpacas
Trekking around Portland with beautiful alpacas.
Don't miss
Weymouth beach
Sandy beach, great for children.
Don't miss
Sandsfoot Castle
Accessible via the pretty Roswell Trail, this ruined castle was built by Henry VIII in 1539.
Getting around
Bus routes
There is a regular bus service from Chesil Vista Holiday Park in to Weymouth. For a seaside journey, hop on the Jurassic Coaster.