Exeter - Do & See
- Nearby guides:
- Cardiff
- Bristol
- Newquay
- Guernsey
- Bournemouth
- Jersey
- Southampton
- Birmingham
- Brest
- Dinard
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.
Exeter’s Underground Passages
Unique guided tours of medieval vaulted passages beneath the city streets and museum with interactive exhibitions and examples of archaeological finds.
Spacex
Relatively small, but engaging contemporary art gallery featuring continually changing exhibits from UK and international artists!
Red Coat Guided Tours
Free daily themed walking tours exploring the city’s varied and colourful history with a choice of up to fifteen different subjects to choose from. Most tours start outside the Abode Hotel and last 90 minutes.
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.
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 popular seaside town with a lively harbour offering plenty of bars and restaurant, 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, while Brixham is one of Britain’s most picturesque harbours surrounded by brightly painted cottages set along narrow, winding streets.
Dartmoor National Park
Dartmoor has stunning landscapes – wild uplands, wooded valleys and ancient villages. 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.
St Nicholas Priory
Experience Tudor life in the heart of the city. Adorned with quality replica furniture and painted in the bright colours of the period.
Exeter Phoenix
For the best contemporary arts, performance, music, live art, film, media, family events, classes and workshops in Exeter.
Topsham
Small delightful harbour 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.
The Jurassic Coast
Stunningly beautiful, the Jurassic Coast reveals the Earth’s story in unique geology stretching back over 250 million years. Beginning at Exmouth’s futuristic five metre high "geo-needle" at Orcombe Point, the startling rich red and burnt orange Triassic rock of Exmouth’s cliffs were formed in scorching desert conditions millions of years ago.
