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Weymouth's popularity as a resort was ensured when George III visited the town in 1789 and was the first reigning monarch to make use of a bathing machine.
A wide esplanade fronts many pleasant Georgian buildings and follows the curve of the bay past the elaborate clock tower, erected in 1887 to mark Queen Victoria's golden jubilee.
At the northern end of the esplanade, Greenhill Gardens provide a peaceful retreat and have lovely views across the sandy beach to the sea.
Weymouth was originally a sea port and in its busy harbour, at the mouth of the River Wey, fishing boats and pleasure craft still mingle.
There are lots of things to do in Weymouth. We've researched the best days out for you and your family. Weymouth has so much to offer - young or old there is something to suit everyone.
Looking to eat out? Weymouth has lots of different places to choose from: restaurants, cafes, pubs, Indians, Mexican, Thai etc.
Weymouth Bay
The glorious curve of Weymouth Bay is one of the finest on the south coast. Sheltered by the peninsula of the Isle of Portland, it is nearly 5 miles across and 2½ miles from north to south.
The glorious curve of Weymouth Bay is one of the finest on the south coast. Sheltered by the peninsula of the Isle of Portland, it is nearly 5 miles across and 2½ miles from north to south.
Bowleaze Cove
At the north end of Weymouth Bay Bowleaze Cove has a beach of sand, shingle and rock-pools and above the cove Furzy Cliff , a popular spot for picnics, overlooks the sweep of the bay.
A cliff-top path connects Bowleaze to Osmington Mills with its 13th century Smugglers Inn.
White Horse
Of the many white horses found in southern England the huge equestrian figure of George III, cut into the chalky soil of Osmington, is amongst the most widely known. Created in 1808, it is 280 feet long and 323 feet high.
Legend has it that some of the locals weren't very keen on the King so when cutting the picture into the hillside they made it look as if he is leaving Weymouth.
Sandsfoot Castle
To the south of the resort of Weymouth stand the remains of Sandsfoot Castle, one of a chain of coastal forts built by Henry VIII. Maintained as a harbour defence until about 1700, the ruins are surrounded by attractive gardens.
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