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Attractions in Plymouth
Plymouth is home to some incredible attractions, with something for everyone in the family to enjoy - from the UK's largest aquarium to outdoor pools and exciting museums. And if getting outdoors is your thing then the coastline to either side of Plymouth into Devon and Cornwall is peppered with some of the country’s most envied beaches and romantic hidden coves, and just on the edge of Plymouth, you'll find one of the finest and largest national parks in Britain - Dartmoor!
Plymouth has an interesting and varied history, and there are some fascinating local sites to be visited in the area dating from the 15th century onwards such as the famous Mayflower Steps where the Pilgrims set sail in 1620.
Within Plymouth, you'll also find 37 ancient monuments including boundary stones, milestones and other markers which add great interest to the local heritage landscape. Our landmark and trail guides offer a great day for those interested in re-living Plymouth's past or download the free Plymouth Trails app.
For a deep dive into the city's history, make sure to visit The Box - Plymouth's museum, art gallery and cultural centre which is home to thousands of fascinating objects.
Plymouth prides itself on its arts & culture, hosting many exhibitions and events throughout the year in the great range of galleries. The city was home to famous artists including Beryl Cook, whose work was often comical, picturing people whom she encountered in everyday life as well as one of Britain's most infamous painters Robert Lenkiewicz whose work still exists on the walls of buildings within The Barbican.
Looking for a family friendly day out? Take a trip beneath the waves at the National Marine Aquarium where you'll meet more than 4,000 sea creatures, or go for a walk on the wild side at Dartmoor Zoo.
Being on the coastline of Devon, Plymouth has a number of marinas with incredible views and some offering an array of places to eat and attractions to give you that sense of a real coastal holiday experience.The surrounding towns and villages of Plymouth have some of the most spectacular sandy beaches, perfect for basking in the sun, water sports or crab fishing.
With all this and more, Plymouth provides family friendly and group friendly attractions so you'll never be short of something to do.
Things To Do Highlights
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Wembury Beach
Mayflower Marina
Plymouth Yacht Haven
Mayflower Museum
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Sutton Harbour
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Harbour
Plymouth
Today the enclosed and tranquil waters of Sutton Harbour are filled with the modern fleet…
Blockhouse Park
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Parks & Gardens
Blockhouse Park is one of the highest points in the city (70m) offering spectacular views…
Cawsand Beach
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Beach
Torpoint
Small east facing beach of sand and shingle, fairly sheltered. Easy access. Seasonal…
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FreePlym Valley Trail
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Waymarked Trail
Plymouth
In particular, the disused sites of Cann and Bickleigh Vale quarries are worth a look. …
KARST
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Gallery
Plymouth
KARST is Plymouth’s largest independent, artist-led contemporary art venue in Plymouth,…
Mount Batten Peninsula
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Natural Feature
Plymouth
Looking across from The Barbican you will see the Mount Batten Peninsula projecting from…
Antony House & Gardens
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Historic House/Palace
Torpoint
Superb early 18th-century mansion set in parkland and fine gardens
Faced in silver-grey…
Plympton Castle
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Castle/Fort
Plymouth
Plympton Castle was a motte-and-bailey fortification built in the early twelfth century.…
Host Galleries
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Gallery
Plymouth
Located in the old Cafe Rouge premises next to St Andrews Church.
Host Galleries are…
Elizabethan House
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Type:
Historic House/Palace
Plymouth
Sixteenth-century house with carved oak features and period furniture. A historic…
Kingsand Beach
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Beach
Torpoint
Small east facing beach of sand and shingle, fairly sheltered
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FreeElizabethan Gardens
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Formal Garden
Plymouth
This delightful little garden is an oasis of tranquility in a sea of shoppers and tourist…
Crafts By You
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Craft Centre
PLYMOUTH
Crafts By You is a craft shop and workshop space, selling handmade gifts made by local…
The Climbing Hangar Plymouth
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Adventure Park/Playground
Plymouth
The Climbing Hangar Plymouth is a 13,000 square feet indoor bouldering wall. We offer…
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Price £8.00 Per TicketWest Hoe Park
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Type:
Adventure Park/Playground
Plymouth
West Hoe Park is a park with a large childrens play area, a miniature railway and putting…
Burrator Reservoir
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Lake/Reservoir
Yelverton
Undisturbed Burrator is surrounded by mixed woodland which sharply contrasts with the…
Cotehele
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Historic House/Palace
Saltash
Built in medieval times, the current house is mostly Tudor. Make your way through four…
Cremyll Ferry
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Boat Trip
Plymouth
Take the ferry to the beautiful mount Edgcumbe country park, service operates all year
Thorn House & Garden
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Garden
Plymouth
Visit the hidden treasure of Thorn Gardens on the south-east facing banks of the River…
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Price Free to £7.50 Per TicketThe Eddystone
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Natural Feature
Plymouth
The Eddystone is a large rock topped with a lighthouse aproximately 12 miles off the…
Crownhill Fort
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Castle/Fort
Plymouth
The Fort at Crownhill is the best preserved of Lord Palmerston’s Ring of Fire which…
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