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English Riviera Attractions

Devon’s English Riviera has possibly the highest concentration of top quality attractions of any British resort including renowned underground caverns, a magnificent model village, a steam train, a huge panoramic wheel, a world-class zoo, a unique marine aviary, an historic funicular railway, an 800 year old Abbey, a huge waterpark, a historic pier, Agatha Christie’s famous riverside residence and much more.

So Much to Discover

Amongst the English Riviera’s huge number of family attractions are: Babbacombe Model Village with its 4 acres of award winning gardens, hundreds of model scenes, vehicles and people; Bygones with its authentic life-size Victorian street and 3 floors of pure nostalgia; Waves Leisure Pool with its lovely warm water and activities for all ages and Torquay Land Train which will whisk you around town and to the delightful Cockington village with its craft studios and country park. Take a ride on the English Riviera Wheel and enjoy amazing views of the town and harbour. Historic Paignton Pier offers fun and games galore and kids will love the superb, free Geoplay Park on Paignton Green. You can also try 10-pin bowling, crazy golf, go-karts, amusement arcades and lots more.

Back to the Stone Age

The stunning Kents Cavern Prehistoric Caves takes you back to the Stone Age with fascinating tours and lots of special events like ghost tours and Shakespeare in the Caves. On the prehistoric theme, you can also enjoy a family outing to Dinosaur World in Torquay.

Ride the Rails

A ‘must-do’ is the hugely popular steam train that runs from Paignton to Kingswear and Dartmouth along the stunning English Riviera coastline. The historic Babbacombe Cliff Railway that takes you down to the beach at Oddicombe is a memorable experience.

Animals and Wildlife

There are plenty of attractions to appeal to the most ardent animal and wildlife lover. Paignton Zoo is a world-class wildlife conservation park set in beautiful and extensive gardens with large lakes and all your favourite animals including lions, tigers and elephants plus many more unusual species. Living Coasts, Torquay's award-winning coastal zoo and aquarium with its huge, distinctive aviary net, is home to a magnificent array of marine life from around the world. Guarding the southern edge of Devon’s English Riviera, Berry Head National Nature Reserve, is a famous hotspot for thousands of local and migrating birds.

Managed by Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust, Occombe Farm is great fun to visit with their Ruby Red cattle and sheep and you can say hello to the alpaca, ducks, lambs and chickens in the farmyard as well as walking the 2km nature trail. Cockington’s famous horse drawn carriage rides are a wonderful sight to behold in this quintessentially English village, a stone’s throw from Torquay.

Cycling

Torbay Velopark offers safe family cycling with bike, helmet and baby trailer hire on offer. There are also many local cycling routes around the area; cycle maps are available.

Pirates and Smugglers

Brixham’s history is filled with pirates and smugglers, and kids of all ages will enjoy Brixham’s swashbucklng Pirate Days. You’ll also love the full size replica of the Golden Hind, a splendid galleon that takes pride of place in Brixham’s beautiful Inner Harbour. There’s a huge Pirate Festival every year in May.

History and Heritage

You can enjoy a day out at Greenway, Agatha Christie’s famous riverside residence (now National Trust) at nearby Galmpton (via steam train) or browse the galleries at Brixham Heritage Museum. 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 events programme.

Whatever you choose to do on Devon’s English Riviera you’ll have made some wonderful family memories to take home with you.

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Occombe Farm

Paignton

A family fun day out exploring a local farm.
Occombe farm is a working organic farm in South Devon that is open to the public. There’s no charge to visit the farm and parking is free. Wander around the farm and gardens and explore our fantastic…

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House of Marbles

Newton Abbot

Be amazed and amused at House of Marbles. Lot of wonderful sights to behold for all ages. Shop at House of Marbles for quality toys, games, gifts and realise there is so much more. Our fully-licensed eatery serves lunch, breakfast and afternoon tea…

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879 reviews
Devon's Top Attractions

Everything you need for a great day out in Devon is here at Devon’s Top Attractions, with over 40 top quality visitor attractions to choose from, all annually inspected and approved and all waiting to be discovered and enjoyed. Take a look at their…
Paignton Zoo Environmental Park

Paignton

Paignton Zoo is one of Britain’s top zoos, home to some of the planet’s rarest and most amazing creatures. Discover all your favourites, including gorillas and orang-utans, giraffes, lions, tigers and rhinos, and be ready for a few surprises along…

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Aztec Spa

Torquay

Immerse yourself in a gorgeous world of luxury treatments and products by spa specialists ELEMIS in the tranquil surroundings of the Aztec Spa at TLH Leisure Resort.
We offer a range of therapies and treatments from top spa professionals like…
Dartmouth Steam Railway (starting in Paignton)

Paignton

A warm welcome awaits you at Dartmouth Steam Railway & River Boats. We provide steam train travel, river and sea cruises across the English Riviera and along the beautiful river Dart in South Devon. We are open from February half term right through…

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Babbacombe Cliff Railway

Torquay

Built in 1926, the Babbacombe Cliff Railway has shuttled hundreds of thousands of holiday makers to and from Oddicombe Beach in over 90 years of service.

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405 reviews
Jungle Journey Adventure Golf

Torquay

18 Hole Jungle themed adventure golf course. Wind your way through the jungle using your golf skill as you encounter tigers, gorillas, chimps and snakes among many other jungle creatures.

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Pennywell Farm

Buckfastliegh

A Full Day of Hands on Fun!
Treat your family to Devon’s friendliest day out at multi-award winning Pennywell Farm.
We have a huge variety of friendly farm animals, from the mighty to the miniature, for you to get acquainted with and a different…
Babbacombe Model Village

Torquay

Visit this famous Torquay attraction to take time out from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and feel on top of the world as you see it recreated in miniature.

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Reach Outdoors

Goodrington Sands, Paignton

Explore the Geopark’s spectacular coastline with an adventure to remember. Reach Outdoors are the South West’s Adventure Specialists. We provide Coasteering, Kayak Tours, Climbing and Abseiling; with the flexibility to deliver across the Torbay area

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Pirates Bay Adventure Golf

Paignton

Experience the adventure of Pirates Bay Adventure Golf
A landscaped, floodlit, 18 hole adventure golf course on Paignton seafront. It's great fun for all the family. Dodge cannonballs and evade the thieving pirates as you navigate the lush carpeted…

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Bygones Torquay

Torquay

Wander back in time, starting towards the end of Queen Victoria’s reign. Visit our authentic life-size Victorian Street, see the Blacksmith hard at work, smell the treats of the Sweetshop, listen to the hustle and bustle of Victorian life. Imagine…

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Waves Leisure Pool

Torquay

No matter what the weather our pool offers great fun for all the family! With wave machine, flume, water activity centre, sloping access and heated to a lovely 30 degrees the pool is warm & welcoming!
Splashdown Quaywest

Paignton

Enjoy the wettest and wildest fun at the UK's largest outdoor water park. Choose from 8 different flumes, including the Devils's Drop our signature ride.
Splashdown Quaywest is the wettest, wildest attraction on the English Riviera. Great fun…
Geoplay Park Paignton

Paignton

Great free attraction on Paignton seafront. An English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark Key Site.
The park is designed around the English Riviera’s geological history. The toddler area represents the Devonian Period when the area was south of the…
English Riviera Wheel

Torquay

Soaring high over the beautiful harbour in the heart of the English Riviera at Torquay, the wheel is situated within the famous Pavilion Gardens, next to The Princess Theatre, enjoying amazing views of the town and harbour.
The English Riviera…
Living Coasts Torquay

Torquay

Living Coasts, Torquay's award-winning coastal zoo and aquarium, is an all-weather attraction, located on Torquay seafront in South Devon and is open every day (except Christmas Day). Living Coasts is home to a magnificent array of marine life from…

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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.
The Cimon - South West Walk & National Trust/ English Heritage

TORQUAY

South West Walk - The South West Coast Path is perhaps the UK’s ultimate challenge for the long-distance hiker. At 630 miles, it is the UK’s longest National Trail. It runs from Minehead in Somerset along the north coast to Penzance in Cornwall, and…

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