Weymouth, United Kingdom

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Alternative names: Population: 57.7 thous.Area: 7.14 mi²Elevation: 13 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 50°36'42"N, 2°27'12"W
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Weymouth Top Attractions

Weymouth Attractions - What to See and Explore

Weymouth offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: The Esplanade, Nothe Fort, Jubilee Clock, Weymouth Old Town Hall. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

  • the esplanade weymouth
    Street • Shopping • Shopping district

    The Esplanade

    The Esplanade, a picturesque street in the coastal town of Weymouth, England, is a quintessential British seaside promenade that offers both locals and tourists a charming slice of the Dorset coast. With its sweeping views of Weymouth Bay and its Georgian architecture...

  • nothe fort weymouth
    Museum • Historical place • History museum

    Nothe Fort

    Nothe Fort is a fort in Weymouth, Dorset, England, situated at the end of the Nothe Peninsula, which juts eastwards from the town of Weymouth, and Weymouth Harbour, into the sea to the north of the ex-military Portland Harbour.

  • jubilee clock weymouth
    Tower

    Jubilee Clock

    The Jubilee Clock Tower is a free-standing clock tower on the Esplanade of Weymouth, Dorset, England. It was built and erected in 1888 to commemorate the Golden jubilee of Queen Victoria and became Grade II Listed in 1974.

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    City hall

    Weymouth Old Town Hall

    Weymouth Old Town Hall is a former town hall at Weymouth, Dorset, England. The building, which was built with Portland stone in the 1770s, has been Grade II listed since 1953. The bell turret is believed to date from the 17th century.

  • fantasy island fun park weymouth
    50°38'14"N • 2°25'14"W

    Fantasy Island Fun Park

    Theme park • Amusement park

  • weymouth marina
    Sailing • Marina

    Weymouth Marina

    Weymouth Marina occupies most of the inner backwater of Weymouth Harbour, Dorset, England. The marina was refurbished to accommodate more vessels in the 1990s, and today houses hundreds of pleasure cruisers, fishing boats, yachts, dinghies and speedboats.

  • sandsfoot castle weymouth
    Castle ruins with sweeping sea views

    Sandsfoot Castle

    Sandsfoot Castle, also known historically as Weymouth Castle, is an artillery fort constructed by Henry VIII near Weymouth, Dorset.

  • jurassic skyline weymouth
    Observation decks and towers • Theme park • View point

    Jurassic Skyline

    The Jurassic Skyline tower was an observation tower on Weymouth Pier in Weymouth, Dorset, England. It was situated next to Weymouth Beach and the Weymouth Pavilion, where it overlooked Weymouth town, the beach, the Pavilion, the Old Harbour, Nothe Gardens, the Nothe Fort, and Portland Harbour.

  • tudor house museum weymouth
    Museum • Historical place • History museum

    Tudor House Museum

    The Tudor House Museum, often simply known as Tudor House, is an early 17th-century building, which remains a museum and one of the UK's best preserved Tudor buildings. It is in Weymouth, Dorset, close to Brewers Quay and Weymouth Harbour. The house has been a Grade II Listed building since December 1953.

  • weymouth baptist church
    Church

    Weymouth Baptist Church

    Weymouth Baptist Church is a Baptist Church in Weymouth, Dorset, England. It was built in 1813-14 by George Welsford as part of the terrace known as Bank Buildings, found at the southern end of Weymouth Esplanade.

  • brewers quay weymouth
    Museum • Antiques • Shopping

    Brewers Quay

    Brewers Quay is a converted Victorian brewery on the south side of Hope Square near the Old Harbour in Weymouth, Dorset, southern England. Much of the complex dates from 1903–04, when it was built as the Hope Brewery for John Groves & Sons Ltd.

  • kings statue weymouth
    Monuments and statues • Memorial

    King's Statue

    King's Statue is a tribute statue to King George III, located within Weymouth, Dorset, England. It was installed in 1809, the year which marked the Golden Jubilee of King George III. The buildings on the seafront are mostly of Georgian architecture dating from the period he was in power. It is a Grade I listed monument.

  • weymouth pavilion
    Comedy club • Concerts and shows • Nightlife

    Weymouth Pavilion

    The Weymouth Pavilion, formerly the Ritz, is a theatre in Weymouth, Dorset. The complex contains a 988-seat theatre, 600 capacity ballroom known as the Ocean Room, the Piano Bar restaurant, Ritz Cafe and other function and meeting rooms.

  • weymouth peace garden
    Cemetery

    Weymouth Peace Garden

    Weymouth Peace Garden is garden dedicated to peace in the seaside town of Weymouth in Dorset, southern England. The Peace Garden is a multifaith community garden. It located to the south of Weymouth Harbour, close to Nothe Gardens and Nothe Fort. Immediately adjacent to the garden is Wellington Court, formerly Red Barracks.

  • sandworld weymouth
    50°37'34"N • 2°26'47"W

    Sandworld

    Amusement • Amusement park

  • weymouth museum
    Museum

    Weymouth Museum

    Weymouth Museum is a museum in Weymouth, Dorset, England. It is located within Brewers Quay on the south side of Hope Square near Weymouth Harbour.

  • bennetts water gardens weymouth
    Museum • Nature and wildlife • Garden

    Bennetts Water Gardens

    Bennetts Water Gardens is an 8-acre garden in Chickerell, near Weymouth, Dorset, in southern England. It holds national and international collections of water lilies which flower from late May through to September.

  • weymouth bay methodist church
    Church

    Weymouth Bay Methodist Church

    Weymouth Bay Methodist Church is a Methodist church in Weymouth, Dorset, England. It was built in 2008–09 to replace a church of 1866–1870 which was gutted by fire in 2002.

  • st marys church weymouth
    Church

    St Mary's Church

    St Mary's Church is a Church of England parish church in Weymouth, Dorset, England. Built of Portland stone in 1815–1817, the church has been described as having an "austere design in Palladian mode". It has been a Grade I listed building since 1953.

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Weymouth – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Weymouth, it's worth seeing attractions such as: The Tank Museum (Bovington Camp), Stourhead, Dawlish Warren National Nature Reserve.

  • the tank museum bovington camp11 milesNE
    History museum, Military museum, Museum

    The Tank Museum, Bovington Camp

    Nestled in the heart of Dorset, The Tank Museum in Bovington Camp stands as a formidable archive of armored warfare. This impressive establishment is not just a museum; it is a journey through the history of tanks and their impact on global conflicts.

  • stourhead35 milesN
    Scenic walking areas, Garden, History museum

    Stourhead

    Nestled in the verdant Wiltshire countryside, Stourhead is a stunning example of an 18th-century English landscape garden. This picturesque estate, with its classical architecture and tranquil lake, is often referred to as a living work of art.

  • dawlish warren national nature reserve43 milesW
    Golf

    Dawlish Warren National Nature Reserve

    Dawlish Warren National Nature Reserve, located in the United Kingdom, is a site of remarkable natural beauty and biodiversity. This coastal haven stretches across 506 acres, encompassing a variety of habitats including sand dunes, grasslands, ponds, and marshes, which...

  • durdle door lulworth7.8 miE
    Natural limestone arch and iconic photo op

    Durdle Door, Lulworth

    Nestled on the Jurassic Coast near Lulworth in Dorset, United Kingdom, Durdle Door is a striking natural limestone arch that has become an iconic part of the British coastline. This geological wonder, sculpted by the relentless forces of the sea, is part of the...

  • weymouth and portland national sailing academy isle of portland2.9 miS
    Sailing, Boat tours, Tours

    Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy, Isle of Portland

    Nestled on the rugged coastline of the Isle of Portland in the United Kingdom, the Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy is a premier event venue that has made a name for itself in the world of competitive sailing.

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Best Time To Visit Weymouth

Learn when is the best time to travel to Weymouth weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

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July and August are the busiest months in this location. Many people also choose to visit in June.

Average temperatures in °F

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The highest air temperature is in June, July, August and September. While the coldest is in January and February.

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in May, June and July. Most of it rains in January and December.

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

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What are the top attractions to visit in Weymouth?

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What is the best time to visit Weymouth?

July and August are the busiest months in this location. Many people also choose to visit in June. The highest air temperature is in June, July, August and September. While the coldest is in January and February.

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