Devon Attractions

Home to thousands of amazing animals - giraffes, lions, gorillas, cheetahs, crocodiles, meerkats, snakes and monkeys. There are also indoor play areas, the Jungle Express train and uniquely, six habitats that mimic the animals' natural environment.

Living Coasts is an all-weather zoo and aquarium with loads of local and exotic animals including penguins, seals, others and even an octopus or two.

Right next to Goodrington Beach, Splashdown Waterpark Quaywest is a great day out for family and friends. There's something for everyone to enjoy with some of the UK's most exciting flume rides and some of the English Riviera's most spectacular views.

With over 60 amazing rides and attraction set in 100 acres of Devon countryside, Crealy Great Adventure Park is a great family day out whatever the weather. 

Travel back 400 million years at Kents Cavern. Kents Cavern is one of Europe’s top prehistoric Stone Age caves. Home of magnificent beasts, ancient humans and watch out for the sabre-toothed tigers!

Be a hero for a day at Devon’s Largest Family Theme Park. Woodlands offers a variety of family rides and attractions in the most beautiful setting. 

Pennywell Farm is an excellent local attraction offering miniature piggy cuddles, animal feeding and activities that will keep the whole family entertained.

Based around the English Riviera’s geological history, Paignton’s Geoplay park adventure playground is a great free attraction on Paignton Seafront. There's lots to do for all ages including sand and water play, a zip wire and giant climbing net.

Navigate your way around this beautifully themed 18 hole adventure golf course on Paignton Seafront. Great fun for the all the family. 

Feel like a giant at Babbacombe Model Village. A miniature world that captures the imagination of all ages and features hundreds of model scenes, vehicles and people.

The Golden Hind Museum Ship is a full-size replica of Sir Francis Drakes iconic ship from the age of exploration. Come aboard and explore the five decks of this famous galleon, a feature of Brixham harbour for over fifty years.

Churston Go Karts in Brixham is great fun for all the family and includes a junior and senior outdoor go karting track with fast karts and even some 2 seater karts. Go, go, go!

Cliff Railway has been shuttling holiday makers to and from Oddicombe beach since 1926 while providing some of the most breathtaking scenery in the UK. 

Occombe Farm is a working farm open to the public and free for you to explore. Meet the animals, walk the fantastic 2km nature trails bustling with wildlife and take in the beautiful views of the surrounding woodland.

Go back in time at Bygones Victorian Museum. Visit a life size Victorian street and Immerse yourself with the sounds and smells from a bygone age. A great day out for all the family.

Shoalstone outdoor seawater swimming pool in Brixham is one of just a few left in the country. A great place relax, enjoy the sun and take in the stunning views across the bay.

Offering stunning views out over the bay as well as superb local food, Berry Head Nature Reserve is an internationally acclaimed heritage site home to a variety of coastal wildlife and history. 

As Devon and Cornwall’s only closed-road cycling facility, Torbay Velopark features a 1.5 kilometre road circuit with bike and helmet hire, bike storage, changing rooms and rest area.

Cayman Golf is an 18 hole (par71) pitch ‘n’ put golf course popular with novices, children and even experienced golfers.

Get a glimpse into the life of the Queen of Crime at Greenway House. As the treasured holiday home of Agatha Christie and her family, she described Greenway as ‘the loveliest place in the world’. See her family’s extensive collections, delve through scrap books and much more.

AMF Bowling is sure to keep everyone entertained with brilliant bowling, fantastic arcade games and great food and drink.

Pick up some popcorn, take your seats and catch the latest movie releases at the Vue Cinema on Paignton Seafront.

Open since 1961, the Princess Theatre in Torquay offers something for everyone with a wide variety comedians, musical, and west end shows.

Babbacombe Theatre has been wowing audiences for nearly eighty years with their highly acclaimed variety shows throughout the year.

Torquay Museum has an exciting programme of exhibitions with lots to see and do for children and adults alike. See amazing artefacts and fossils from prehistoric times and explore life and death in ancient Egypt.

Just a mile from Torquay seafront, walk the beautiful gardens, lakes and woodlands and relax in the tea rooms at Cockington Court. A great day out for the family.

Paignton beach has everything you need for a traditional seaside holiday and promises to be fun day out for the whole family. Hire a paddle boat or canoe, take a fishing trip or head to Paignton Pier which sits in the middle of the beach.

Close to Paignton, Goodrington beach offers loads of family friendly activities with number of different hire options available including pedalos and paddle boats. Also, don’t forget to visit Seashore Centre to learn about the sea-life of the English Riviera.

In between Paignton and Brixham, Broadsands beach is perfect for families wanting time away from the amusement arcades. There’s also a large area of parkland behind the beach which is perfect for a kick around.

Enjoy one of the finest heritage steam railway journeys in Europe combined with a glorious boat trip from Kingswear to the historic town of Dartmouth. The scenery is superb!

Our beautiful South Devon coastal path stretches along the entire length of the English Riviera. The magnificant views are not to be missed!

This 30 minute ferry ride takes you across the Bay from Torquay to Brixham and is a great way to view Torbay from the sea, especially when the sun is shining!

Cruise in style on the beautiful River Dart! With many river tours on offer including their award winning round robin and paddle steamer, a Dartmouth River Cruise is guaranteed to be a top day out.

Pop into Reception to pick up your very own English Riviera Attractions Passport, offering great savings across a number of top Torbay attractions. Plus, we have exclusive discounted tickets available to buy for Dartmouth Steam Railway and many more.