Attractions in Exeter

Not only does Exeter have a number of fascinating attractions in its own right, but there are a plethora of things to do and places to visit within easy reach of the city.

Exeter Cathedral
Over 850 years old and boasting the world's longest uninterrupted stretch of vaulting, the iconic St Peter's also offers some fine statues and stained glass. Guided tours are available every day except Sunday.
Address: Cathedral Close, Exeter
Phone: +44 (0)1392 285 983

Underground Passages
Unique guided tours of medieval vaulted tunnels beneath the city streets and museum with interactive exhibitions and examples of archaeological finds.
Address: 2 Paris Street, Exeter
Phone: +44 (0)1392 665 887

Spacex
Relatively small, but engaging contemporary art gallery featuring continually changing exhibits from UK and international artists
Address: 45 Preston Street, Exeter
Phone: +44 (0)1392 431 786

Red Coat Guided Tours
Daily themed walking tours exploring the city's varied and colorful history with a choice of up to fifteen different subjects to choose from. All tours start outside the Abode Hotel and last 90 minutes.
Address: +44 (0)1392 265 203

Quay House Visitor Centre
Lively displays and fascinating insights into the 2000 year history of Exeter all housed in one the original port buildings. Directly outside are riverside walks, boat cruises and plenty of bars and cafes to enjoy.
Address: The Quayside, Exeter
Phone: +44 (0)1392 271 611

The English Riviera
With 22 miles of coastline and 24 beaches, the Riviera is one resort split into 3 distinct holiday destinations all easily reached from Exeter. Torquay is a cosmopolitan popular seaside town with a lively harbor offering plenty of shopping, bar and restaurant options, together with a selection of fun attractions for all ages. The town is also famous for its Agatha Christie connections and one particular hotel which was to become the inspiration for the hit TV comedy, Faulty Towers (Now a boutique hotel called the Gleneagles). Paignton boasts some fantastic beaches, whilst Brixham is one of Britain's most picturesque harbors surrounded by brightly painted cottages set along narrow, winding streets.

Exmoor National Park
Exmoor is heady mixtures of stunning landscapes - wild uplands, wooded valleys ancient villages and stretches of dizzying coastal cliff walks. Ideal for outdoors types in the mood for some walking, riding and mountain biking or perhaps taking to the rivers for a spot of fly-fishing or canoeing.

Dartmoor National Park
Famous for having more archaeological sites than anywhere else in North Western Europe, Dartmoor also offers vast area of untamed beauty, nature reserves, endangered birds and rare plant species and the local park authority offers a number of events and guided walks for visitors throughout the year.

Topsham
Small delightful harbor town just 4 miles from Exeter, Topsham retains many of its original buildings housing a charming selection of craft and antique shops and a good choice of seafood restaurants.