Visit Plymouth Blog

We’ve pulled together 115 things to do in and around Britain's Ocean City, from family days out to delectable dining experiences, unique ways to get active and the best places to explore the great outdoors, plus loads more.

Looking for Christmas presents for friends and family? We've pulled together some suggestions for the best Plymouth gifts on offer that you can pick up from our brilliant local shops. 

From unique independents to big-name chains, Plymouth is the place to head for all your Christmas shopping needs. You’ll find gifts for the whole family in the shops, boutiques and markets throughout the city.

It’s the most wonderful time of the year  so make the most of it with a trip to the theatre. Whether you’re looking for a traditional panto that will have the whole family roaring with laughter, or something a little more alternative, Plymouth’s theatres have got you covered over the festive season.

Guaranteed to get you feeling festive, Christmas markets are one of the highlights of this time of year and they’re a great way to support local traders while buying gifts for all the family. Here are five of the best that Plymouth has to offer this winter…  

We love Christmas at Bistrot Pierre and for us, it starts early.

Following the launch of the #ChristmasinPlymouth competition, the businesses involved have shared some exciting details on the prizes on offer.  

During the colder months, it can sometimes be difficult to find activities that all the family can enjoy and with the winter temperatures settling in, it's time to move the fun indoors!

With Christmas just around the corner, the National Marine Aquarium, situated on Plymouth’s historic waterfront, is the perfect place to escape to an underwater wonderland.

This Christmas, and for the first time ever in its history, Mount Edgcumbe Country Park’s famed historical formal gardens will be beautifully illuminated – transforming the other side of the river Tamar into a colourful, visual masterpiece.

Have you seen how much the Copthorne Plymouth has changed recently?

As Christmas planning commences, Las Iguanas are thrilled to reveal the Christmas menu which will host festive celebrations large and small from 30th November, throughout December and up until 11th January.