Romantic Places to Visit
Beautiful 17th century house designed for Sir Ralph Bankes.
The house contains an outstanding collection of paintings, including works by Van Dyck, Titian and Brueghel, Egyptian artefacts from 3000BC and the dramatic Spanish Room with walls hung in magnificent gilded leather.
For a romantic escape, indulge yourself with personal pampering at The Portland Spa.
Spend time with that special person relaxing in the sumptuous spa therapy suite. Enjoy your choice of over 70 spa treatments in a private room, a dip in the stunning indoor pool and meal in the Orchid Restaurant.
"I had an absolutely wonderful and relaxing day. My treatments were excellent – the best massage I’ve ever had. Thank you so much".





Edward Bear’s family of people-sized bears in this enchanting museum.
Don’t miss Edward Bear & his family of people-sized bears in this delightful museum. From the earliest teddies to today’s TV favourites, see them all at this enchanting family museum.
Sandy beach stretching for two miles - great for fossils and rock pools.
Charmouth West, otherwise known as 'The Jurassic Coast', is an extremely scenic beach that stretches for two miles with intervening rock pools between Black Venn and Golden Cap.
The terracotta warriors - China’s 8th Wonder of the Ancient World
The only museum, outside China, devoted to the 8th Wonder of the Ancient World. Unique museum replicas of the terracotta warriors from China, reconstructions of costumes, armour and multimedia presentations.















