Guided Tours

Are you looking to see the iconic sights of The English Riviera or do you want to seek out the Bay’s hidden gems? No matter what you’re looking for, there is a professional guide who will be more than happy to help you find your perfect day out.

Although known as a top UK destination, The English Riviera has an incredible story to tell including a wealth of history and heritage, world-renowned landscapes and wildlife, and a strong local culture and community. By joining a professional guided tour or sightseeing trip you will uncover more than just the usual tourist hotspots and discover all there is to offer on Devon’s Beautiful Bay. You'll be shown the most beautiful landscapes and unique sites by those who really know what they're talking about - and you don't have to do much except sit back (or gently stroll!) and take it all in. 

There are plenty of exciting options to choose from, whether you're interested in famous historical figures such as Agatha Christie, fascinated by the key part that Tor Bay played in WW2, or just want to go Off The Beaten Track and experience the hidden gems and wild places on the English Riviera.

Explore the Bay on foot with a Walking Tour or put your feet up and take a sea-fari wildlife tour, see the sights on the traditional Dartmouth Steam Railway or take a friendly private chauffeur sightseeing tour of our beautiful coastlines or the idyllic countryside. You'll receive all the local knowledge you seek here on the beautiful South West coastline.

Walking Tours

For an authentic experience where you can discover all that the Bay has to offer, join one of our professional Walking Tours. Walking Tours tend to last a couple of hours, giving plenty of time to explore more of the area after your tour has finished.

The English Riviera Walking Tours offers a range of tours based in Torquay and Babbacombe. If you’re a history buff, join the Timeless Torquay tour and discover Torquay’s links with the Great Train Robbery; or the Hidden Harbour tour where you will learn about the Torquay’s Annual Waiters Races; or the Best of Babbacombe tour where you will hear the story about “The Man They Could Not Hang”. The English Riviera Walking Tours also offer a fantastic tour about Agatha Christie’s Torquay, and the Beauty of the Bay tour where you will see breath-taking scenery across the Bay.

For those interested in discovering the rich history of the UK’s most successful fishing port, join Devon and Moor for their walking tours of Brixham. With two options to choose from, you can either discover the history, community, and wildlife of Brixham by taking the walking tour from Brixham Breakwater to Berry Head. Or you can join the Inner Harbour tour where you’ll uncover the importance of the harbour to the successful development of the fishing town and the important part that Brixham played in WW2.

Driving Tours

A Driving Tour is a fantastic way to get further afield whilst using the English Riviera as a base.

Explore in style as you join Devon and Moor on a full day tour in their iconic Land Rover Discovery where you will be picked up and dropped off at your accommodation. Discover the unique South Devon coastline with pristine beaches, historic lighthouses, and hidden coves on the Coastal Riches Tour. Join the Dartmoor Unearthed tour and discover the wild beauty of Dartmoor, with windswept moors, ancient settlements, and towering granite tors. Did you know that Devon was the most active military county during WW2? On the Devon at War tour, you will uncover abandoned bunkers, tragic tales and heroic stories which have become an integral part of Devon’s history.

Adventure Sightseeing on the Water

For the more adventurous, why not take to the water and see the Naturally Inspiring Bay from a whole new angle!

Join Reach Outdoors for guided tours and lessons in coasteering, kayaking and Stand Up Paddleboarding. Explore the caves and crevices on the coastline, get up close and personal with marine life or just enjoy a gentle day out on the water taking in the stunning scenery. For those looking for a real adventure, why not join one of Reach Outdoors’ overnight wild camping expeditions?

For the truly brave at heart, Torquay Watersports offer many fantastic ways to get out on the water and have some fun. Join them for the ultimate RIB ride - the flagship 12m vessel ‘Raptor’ offers a 30-minute high-speed trip around the Bay and is certainly not for the faint-hearted. Have you ever tried a Waterbike? Now is your chance! Torquay Watersports’ Waterbikes are certainly a memorable experience. A fun way to get some exercise and fresh air – and there are no hills to contend with!

Or if you’d prefer to experience the water in a more laid-back fashion, WeFerry offer guided boat tours, sunset cruises and wildlife sea-fari cruises which are a relaxing way to enjoy the open water and scenery.

Sightseeing in Style: Unusual Journeys

For those who prefer to explore on their own, take an unusual journey and discover new sights in style. Hop on to the vintage open-top sightseeing bus and take in the exceptional scenery of the UNESCO Global Geopark. All aboard the Dartmouth Steam Railway for a nostalgic journey along the stunning South West coastline and lush woodlands. For a trip to the beach that you won’t forget, travel from the top of Babbacombe Downs to Oddicombe Beach via the Babbacombe Cliff Railway.

No matter what you do, a visit to the English Riviera is full of quirky experiences, spectacular views and a strong local culture which will be sure to make your visit one you’ll remember for years to come.