Bournemouth Balloon

Bournemouth Parks - Lower Gardens, Bournemouth, UK
1-90 Years
Paid

Description

Bournemouth Balloon is a unique sightseeing attraction located in the Lower Gardens, offering visitors the chance to see Bournemouth from high above the town. This giant tethered helium balloon provides a calm, smooth ascent and unforgettable views of the coastline and surrounding area. It is suitable for both adults and children and offers daytime and illuminated evening flights.

The Balloon gently rises 500 feet above the Lower Gardens, giving 360-degree panoramic views of the English Channel and surrounding countryside up to 20 miles away. Passengers ride in an enclosed, accessible gondola that can carry 25–28 people, allowing everyone to walk around freely and enjoy unobstructed views. The experience includes day flights and illuminated night flights, creating a particularly romantic atmosphere after dark.

Tickets cost £12.50 for adults, £7.50 for children aged 2–13, with children under 2 free. A family ticket (2 adults + 2 children) costs £35.00, while seniors and students pay £9.50, and groups of 10 or more receive a 10% discount.

Bournemouth Balloon offers a peaceful yet memorable way to experience the town from the sky. The smooth ascent, stunning views, and central location make it easy to include in any Bournemouth visit. It’s an ideal attraction for families, couples, and anyone looking for a relaxing and scenic experience above the Dorset coast.

Features

  • Paid
  • Host birthday parties: No

Features

  • Let your imagination soar as you experience Bournemouth in a whole new way from the gondola of a giant helium balloon! Riders will be enchanted with a spectacular panoramic view of the English Channel and surrounding area for up to 20 miles from the highest public observation point in Bournemouth.
  • Children and adults alike will enjoy the breath-taking sights by day or our illuminated night time flights, which create a unique romantic atmosphere providing the perfect way to highlight your visit to Bournemouth.

Facilities

  • Parking: Parking available. 
  • Toilets: Public toilets, including disabled, facilities are available within 50 meters of the Balloon Ticket Office in The Lower Gardens.

Price

Price: Paid

Price Details

  • Adult: £12.50
  • Child (Aged 2 years to under 14 years): £7.50
  • Child (Under 2 years with a boarding pass): FREE
  • Family (2 Adults and 2 children 2-14years): £35.00
  • Senior Citizen: £9.50
  • Student (With student union photo id card): £9.50
  • Groups (10 or more, one en-bloc pre-payment): Less 10%

Pricing URL: https://www.bournemouthballoon.com/tickets.html

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

Easter to September

  • Daily 10am till 8pm

October to Easter 

  • Weekday 11.00am to 5.00pm
  • Weekend 10.30am to 6.00pm

Address: Bournemouth Parks - Lower Gardens, Bournemouth, UK

Post Code: BH1 2AQ

Council: Bournemouth

County: Dorset

The Bournemouth Balloon is centrally located in the Lower Gardens between the Town Square and the Pier Approach. It is directly behind the bus stops in Gervis Place and close to the Bournemouth Visitors Information Bureau 100 metres away in Westover Road. Landmark buildings close to the balloon include Beales and Debenhams department stores. If you are coming by car there are several car parks within walking distance of the Bournemouth Balloon. The closest is the Exeter Road NCP Car Park BH2 5AF adjacent to Debenhams.

For satellite navigation purposes our postcode is BH1 2AQ.

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