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If being by the water is a major draw, West Bexington Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 10.2 mi (16.4 km) from central Dorchester. Enjoy the sunset by the shore at Hive Beach, West Bay Beach and Cogden Beach.

Ready for an education in local botany? Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens should make your list of places to visit, located 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from central Dorchester. Hotels.com travellers also say the area is full of friendly people and that it has lots of nice beaches. Want to stretch your legs a little more? Head to Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Sculpture by the Lakes, both nearby.

Find out about the history of Cerne Abbas when you take a trip to Cerne Abbas Giant. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

Find out about the history of Dorchester when you spend time at Maiden Castle. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its lively bars.

You can browse the exhibits at Tutankhamun: The Exhibition, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Dorchester. Stroll along the seaside in this culturally rich area or visit its lively bars.

Find out about the history of Dorchester with a stop at Maumbury Rings. Stroll along the seaside in this culturally rich area or visit its lively bars.