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Indoor Things to Do in Dorset
British weather doesn't do refunds — but a rainy day in Dorset doesn't have to be a write-off. These attractions have indoor or all-weather areas, so the day stays fun whatever the sky does.
Museums & Galleries
4.6 mi from Dorset
The Tank Museum
The Tank Museum, in the Museums & Galleries category, brings the story of tanks and their crews to life in an awe-inspiring modern museum. You can come face-to-face with over 300 t...
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4.6 mi from Dorset
The Tank Museum
The Tank Museum is a large indoor attraction in Bovington, Dorset, telling the story of tanks and their crews. You can come face-to-face with over 300 tanks and hear powerful stori...
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Theme Parks
10.7 mi from Dorset
Sandworld
Sandworld is a sand sculpture festival set in Lodmoor Park in Weymouth, Dorset, where internationally renowned artists carve giant sculptures from sand and water alone, with new de...
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12.9 mi from Dorset
Dorset Adventure Park
Dorset Adventure Park is an outdoor activity park set across 18 acres of woodland near Corfe Castle, built around two lakes. You can take on the inflatable waterpark with its float...
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Zoos & Wildlife
25.1 mi from Dorset
Foxdown Childrens Farm
Foxdown Children's Farm is a small family-run working farm set high in the Marshwood Vale, West Dorset, with views towards the Jurassic coastline. Here you can wander at leisure, p...
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Where to stay near Dorset
Places to stay within easy reach of these days out.
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Itineraries
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Worth knowing before you go
Rainy days are the busiest days at indoor attractions during school holidays — arriving at opening time beats the queues, and booking ahead is worth it for the big names.
See the full things to do in Dorset guide for every attraction in the area. Save your favourites to a free trip planner to build the week day by day.
Frequently asked questions
Are these attractions fully indoors?
Each one offers indoor or under-cover areas — some are fully indoors, others are mixed sites with enough shelter for a wet day. Attraction pages carry the detail.
What else is there to do in Dorset?
Beyond this list, popular days out nearby include Tolpuddle Martyrs Museum, The Tank Museum and The Tank Museum — see the full things-to-do guide for everything within reach.
More ways to explore
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