Local Attractions Near Weymouth

From sandy beaches to ancient castles - the best days out from your base at The Escape

Explore the Dorset Coast

Weymouth sits at the heart of the Jurassic Coast with some of England's best beaches, walking trails and historic sites all within easy reach - little wonder the town draws 1.75 million visits a year. Here's what's nearby.

Weymouth Beach

Award-winning sandy beach right on your doorstep - just 100 metres from The Escape.

100m - 2 min walk

Things to Do in Weymouth

Harbour walks, sea life, watersports, arcades and more - all within walking distance.

Town centre - 2 min walk

Lulworth Cove

A near-perfect horseshoe bay carved from 10,000 years of coastal erosion. One of Dorset's most photographed spots.

12 miles - 20 min drive

Durdle Door

A natural limestone arch standing in the sea for millions of years - the icon of the Jurassic Coast.

13 miles - 22 min drive

Where to Stay Near Durdle Door

Every base honestly compared - the Lulworth inns, the clifftop holiday park, camping and Weymouth.

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Where to Stay Near Lulworth Cove

The three village inns, the clifftop holiday park and camping, honestly compared with a Weymouth base.

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Where to Stay Near Corfe Castle

Village inns, Mortons Manor, Norden Farm camping, Swanage and Weymouth bases compared.

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Where to Stay in Lyme Regis

Sea view hotels, harbour inns and B&Bs checked and compared - plus the multi-stop coast option.

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Corfe Castle

A thousand-year-old castle ruin on a hilltop, with a picture-postcard village at its feet.

19 miles - 30 min drive

Lyme Regis

The "Pearl of Dorset" - a charming seaside town famous for fossil hunting, the Cobb harbour, and independent shops.

30 miles - 45 min drive

The Jurassic Coast

England's only natural UNESCO World Heritage Site - 95 miles of coastline spanning 185 million years of geological history.

Starts at Weymouth

The Perfect Base for Exploring Dorset

The Escape is a 4.9-rated holiday rental in Weymouth town centre, 100m from the beach. Book direct and save 15% on Airbnb fees.