Attractions in Torquay
» Walking
Miles of walks including the South West Coastal Path, Dartmoor and river walks.
» Swimming and beaches
many nearby, Torquay and Paignton are just two of some of the best in the West Country
» Fishing and Sailing
Plenty of opportunities, both sea and freshwater in nearby Stoke Gabriel, Totnes and up river in the Dart on Dartmoor.
» Exploring
Try wandering around Torquay harboursides, the shops of Torquay's Fleet Walk shopping precinct, the Pavilion and much much more.
» Further afield
Totnes and Dartington Hall are less than 30 minutes away.
Totnes is an Elizabethan river town with an ancient castle. The beauty of Dartington Hall with it's glorious gardens and world famous arts and music activities makes this an essential place to visit.
| Paignton Zoo - (as seen on BBC1's 'The Zookeepers') |
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Quaywest waterpark - Go wild and splash with fun on the twisting slides |
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Paignton Steam Railway - Board the train and travel along seven miles of spectacular Torbay Coast |
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Kent's Cavern - These caves are officially the oldest recognised human dwelling in Britain. |
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Bygones - Popular Victorian experience, with a range of displays and interesting exhibits, taking you back to the Victorian age. |
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Woodlands Leisure Park Enormous water slides, a toboggan run and many indoor and outdoor activity areas for all age groups. |
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Babbacombe model village - The Model Village is a great place to spend a fun-filled afternoon, or a relaxing evening when the village is completely illuminated. |
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Living Coasts Paignton Zoo's latest addition. Living Coasts is a unique attraction with underwater views it is a short walk away from Torquay's marina. |
| Oldway Mansion | |
| Torre Abbey | |
| Riviera centre | |
| Cockington - a picturesque Thatched village | |
| Multiplex cinema | |
| Sports - scuba diving, bowls, horseriding, tennis, golf, fishing, go-karting | |
| AND SO MUCH MORE... | |







