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Things to Do in Torquay

With its stunning seafront, stylish marina and beautiful beaches meandering the length of this beautiful South Devon town, Torquay is noted for its huge range of year-round activities. Part of the glorious UNESCO accredited English Riviera Global Geopark, it’s a perfect haven for families with tiny tots or teenagers, singles with a taste for adventure, couples looking for romance or experienced travellers looking for something new.

Stylish New Hotels, Restaurants and Bars

Torquay’s increasing popularity has seen a series of elegant and stylish new hotels, restaurants and bars being developed like the iconic Abbey Sands complex overlooking the town’s long sandy beach. Torquay now has one of the most beautiful seafronts in Devon. This is England’s Seafood Coast with delicious fresh fish coming in daily from nearby Brixham.

Torquay’s Torre Abbey Sands

Torquay is famous for its world-class sailing with national and international races regularly competing in the stunning horseshoe shaped bay. Yachts and super yachts nod gently on the marina. The coastline is simply idyllic to explore from beautiful Torre Abbey Sands. Ski West Watersports, located behind the Princess Theatre, offers waterskiing, wakeboarding, ringo rides, speedboat trips and hourly boat charter. Pedalo hire is also available from the beach.

Some of Devon’s Very Best Attractions

Torquay has some of Devon’s best year-round attractions including Living Coasts Marine Zoo & Aquarium, the spectacular underground caves at Kents Cavern, 800 year old Torre Abbey with its Agatha Christie-inspired Potent Plants Garden, Babbacombe Model Village, Bygones plus Open Top Sightseeing Buses and much more. Torbay Coast & Countryside Trust has a big programme of delightful events .

Boat and Ferry Trips

You can get afloat and enjoy the breath-taking waters of Tor Bay with regular passenger ferries to the harbourside towns of Paignton, Brixham and Dartmouth plus fishing and wildlife safari boat trips.

Sailing, Powerboating & Kayaking

The calm waters of Tor Bay are a wonderful place to learn to sail on dinghies, yachts and motorboats and there are a range of sea schools offering leisure sailing and RYA courses. The Disabled Sailing Association based in Torquay is a non-profit-making service run for the disabled by the disabled and gives you the chance to participate as fully as you are able in a seagoing sailing experience. Kayaking is also available locally.

Theatres and Shows

Torquay has a vibrant evening scene with a huge choice of glamorous shows, concerts, plays, musicals, ballets and comedies offering you top West End performances and the best of local am-dram. There are three theatres in Torquay including the Princess Theatre, which attracts the very best of the national touring shows plus The Little Theatre, homes of TOADS Theatre Company and historic Babbacombe Theatre with its wonderful musical variety shows and top visiting acts. In the summer months there’s a choice of open-air theatre performances at National Trust properties and at Cockington Country Park.

Agatha Christie

Agatha Christie was born in Torquay and there’s a famous International Agatha Christie Festival every year. You can also walk the Agatha Christie mile and discover some of the murder scenes described in her novels and see many of the places where the Queen of Crime visited as a local. You can also take the picturesque steam train to Kingswear and jump aboard a riverboat up the Dart to visit her magnificent riverside residence at Greenway (now National Trust).

Strolling & Walking

Enjoy long leisurely strolls along the historic pier and promenade and take in the relaxed atmosphere. Walkers will love Devon’s stunning South West Coast Path with its jaw dropping views. You can take the beautiful coastal footpath right around the bay to Paignton, Brixham and beyond; it’s renowned as one of Devon’s very finest waterside walks. The whole area is wonderfully dog friendly and your best friend will love it. Why not plan a fascinating walk along England’s Seafood Coast? Click here for some great ideas and a full itinerary.

Shopping

There are some excellent shops and art galleries around Torquay’s attractive harbour area, plus the quintessentially Devon village of Cockington where you’ll find a vibrant, working craft centre set within the 18^th century manor house of Cockington Court with its beautiful country park and tea rooms.

History & Heritage

Torquay Museum has some really fascinating exhibits plus a permanent Agatha Christie Gallery. A must-visit is 800-year-old Torre Abbey on the seafront in Torquay with its galleries and gardens including a medieval children’s garden, tropical glasshouses and a full year-round events programme.

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English Riviera Wheel

Torquay

See panoramic views over 100 feet above The Princess Gardens. Our Big Wheel offers a birds-eye view of the English Riviera overlooking Torquay Harbour from a rare perspective.
Open daily between 10:00 & 20:00!
Torquay Harbour & Marina

Beacon Quay, Torquay

Torquay Harbour has close links with the leisure and tourism industry acting as a base for many boat trips and watersports. In addition to this, it remains a fully operational working harbour and bustling port.
Local Guides

Torquay

Are you bringing a group to the English Riviera to experience all it has to offer? Or are you an independent traveller looking to get to the heart of the resort? You'll find your trip all the more memorable with a tour from one of our local guides.
Torquay United Football Club

Torquay

Torquay United have represented the local community for over 120 years. Formed in 1899 by a group of school leavers, the club’s long history has included memorable cup runs, giant killings, promotions, and even the odd visit to Wembley Stadium!
Swim Torquay

Torquay

The Swim Torquay Pool at Plainmoor is a 4 lane 25metre pool, the only pool in Torquay, open to the general public, which provides for swimming as a sport.
Torquay Land Train

Torquay

The Torquay Land Train is a fun way to get around Torquay for all ages! Further information can be found on www.torquaylandtrain.co.uk.
The Galaxy Centre Torquay

Torquay

If you are looking for a game of snooker and pool there is only one place to visit in Torbay - The Galaxy Centre.

What can we offer you?
•10 English pool tables.
•5 American pool tables.
•8 snooker tables.
•Sky Sports & BT Sport on our 3 metre…
WeSUP

Vaughan Road, Torquay

WeSUP is the fresh new harbourside coffee lounge & paddle board centre in Torquay marina. Inspired by our love of people, scandinavian design and active outdoor lifestyles, we’re the place to nourish relationships and charge your energy.
We offer a…
Potent Plants Garden - Torre Abbey

Torquay

Do not touch! is the warning for all visitors to the Potent Plants Garden at Torre Abbey. Discover a world of poisons, antidotes and remedies in the serene setting of the Abbey grounds.
Watcombe Beach

Torquay

If you're looking for a pleasant, idyllic spot for somewhere to relax then Watcombe is the beach for you.
Agatha Christie Bust Torquay

Torquay

Agatha Christie was born in Torquay in 1890 and the English Riviera celebrated her centenary in 1990 with the creation of a hand-crafted bronze bust in her likeness.
Beacon Cove

Torquay

Beacon Cove is a perfect haven away from the main beach of Torquay, close to Torquay harbour.
There is a small promenade above a tiny shingle beach and its sheltered position makes it a warm sunny spot even
Prestige Cocktail Club Torquay

Torquay

Award Winning and exclusive cocktail bar and nightclub, situated on Torwood street just a few minutes from Torquay Harbourside.
Livermead Beach

Torquay

Livermead Beach - Good access for water sports. Swimming not allowed in the water ski lane. No sand at high tide.
Torbay Council Car Parking Permit

Coming on holiday and want to save money on Car Parking, you can purchase a Torbay Council 7 day or 3 day car park permit. This avoids spending your time not having to worry about finding change or having to rush back to your car.
The permits are…
Red House Mysteries

Torquay

Red House Mysteries are Devon's foremost interactive game and escape room company. Our games and rooms are immersive, narrative driven stories, in which you not only have to find the clues and solve the puzzles to escape within an hour, but also…
Award Winning Beaches on the English Riviera

TORQUAY

Awards are based on quality of management, cleanliness, water quality and other criteria. The most prestigious being the Blue Flag Awards.
Other awards made to Torbay beaches include the Keep Britain Tidy Seaside Awards and the Good Beach Guide…
English Riviera Sightseeing Tours

Station Road, Torquay

Explore the English Riviera on the open-top bus sight seeing tour! It's the perfect way to relax and leave the driving to the local experts while you enjoy a trip around the bay.
WeFerry/Fun Fish Trips

Torquay

The Teignmouth Round Robin – from Brixham, Paignton & Torquay
In 2018 we successfully launched our exciting new venture – The Teignmouth Round Robin. We took hundreds of people from Brixham, Paignton & Torquay on a boat & rail adventure up a…
Blue Plaque Heritage Trail

Wherever you go on the English Riviera, you’ll find plaques that recognise some of the greatest figures in British history.

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