Marina's Guidebook to the area
Food scene - Weymouth local places
I haven't been to all the places below but they are recommended. Click on the pictures for more info. The blue dot is the house location.
The closest walk from the house on the seafront(15 minutes). Great food and atmosphere. Outside eating on the beach.
33 locals recommend
Cafe Oasis
Bowleaze CovewayThe closest walk from the house on the seafront(15 minutes). Great food and atmosphere. Outside eating on the beach.
Lookout Cafe
Bowleaze CovewayGreat for breakfasts
10 minutes drive or an hour’s walk along the beautiful eastern coast coast path
47 locals recommend
Smugglers Inn
10 minutes drive or an hour’s walk along the beautiful eastern coast coast path
The Galley Bistro
Over the bridge on the old harbour
The Crows Nest In The Square
Over the bridge on the old harbour
Chillies
10 Queen StA recommended curry house by the train station.
Sea Beats
86 The EsplanadeGreat sea food
Crab House Café
Portland RoadMore great Seafood
Les Enfants Terribles
19 Custom House QuayMore posh great Seafood
Marlboro
46 St Thomas StBy the harbour. Best Fish n chips - according to many
The Secret Garden Café
19 South StreetGood Veggie/Vegan meals on the old harbour
Rossi's
92 The EsplanadeBest Italian Ice cream
Lobster Pot
Portland Bill RoadBreakfast/Lunch by
Portland lighthouse
A local’s secret, an outside cafe on the quiet side of the harbour selling great simple meals and licenced bar.
13 locals recommend
Stone Pier Cafe
Hope StreetA local’s secret, an outside cafe on the quiet side of the harbour selling great simple meals and licenced bar.
Sightseeing
So many places to visit...here are a few of the best! Click on the photos.
Next door to Durdle door, This is a small hamlet containing the Jurassic coast museum, shops and cafes. Safe swimming here but it does get very busy at peak times.
383 locals recommend
Lulworth Cove
Next door to Durdle door, This is a small hamlet containing the Jurassic coast museum, shops and cafes. Safe swimming here but it does get very busy at peak times.
Weymouth Harbour
13 Custom House QuayFish n Chips eaten on the harbour wall..my favourite 😋
Fantastic views like this from the top of Portland, about 40mins drive to the top from your room
112 locals recommend
Chesil Beach
Fantastic views like this from the top of Portland, about 40mins drive to the top from your room
On the far West side of Weymouth, fantastic tropical gardens close to the Swannery
128 locals recommend
Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens
Bullers WayOn the far West side of Weymouth, fantastic tropical gardens close to the Swannery
Abbotsbury Swannery
New Barn RoadSpeaks for itself ❤️
Quiet beaches
Ringstead Bay
Chesil Beach
City advice
What to pack
Bring boots or trainers for walks
Durdle door requires sturdy foot ware as it’s a steep descend to the beach down a stony path. The beach is small stones