Tamar Trails

The Tamar Trails is an all day attraction for families who love the outdoors. This a child friendly…

Plymouth Gin

The home of Plymouth Gin offers gin fans a chance to visit an English distillery at any time of…

Babbacombe Cliff Railway

Babbacombe Cliff Railway is, as the name suggests, in Babbacombe, on the outskirts of Torquay in…

Attractions in Devon

Devon isn’t just for those that like casual country walks and trips to the beach, it is a county full of fun attractions perfect for families, thrill seekers, the adventurous and those looking for a bit of culture – including arts and crafts, whatever you’re looking for, you’ll find it in Devon.

For family attractions you can take your pick from a choice of theme parks with exhilarating rides and slides designed to thrill or get up close and personal with the cutest animals at one of the county’s many fun-packed farm attractions. If you prefer your animals a bit more wild, you’ll be spoilt for choice here, Devon boasts zoos, wildlife parks and the National Marine Aquarium, all of which offer the chance to learn more about beautiful exotic animals, as well as activities and events throughout the year giving you even more to do while there! Devon has a whole host of free things to do too, for anyone wanting to keep an eye on their budget.

If you’re someone who likes their history and wants to immerse themselves in the rich history of Devon, you’re in for a treat, there a loads of chances to visit historic sites and country estates, many of which are owned by the National Trust. You’ll be able to enjoy a glimpse into the lives of the rich and famous of bygone days in Devon's historic houses and gardens; there are certainly plenty to choose from, including the home of author, Agatha Christie! Plus, there’s a fascinating range of heritage attractions to visit, including the last castle built in England among others.

Of course, Devon boasts countless interesting and beautiful natural attractions, including England’s highest waterfall and the underground home of the oldest known human settlement in Britain. Make sure to take in all of the stunning natural scenery by jumping on a boat, train or tram and enjoy the landscape whilst travelling between attractions! You could even take a horse drawn barge, the Tiverton Canal Co. is home to one of the last of these such barges in Great Britain and is run as a Canal Living Heritage Visitor Attraction.

Award-winning attractions

Many of our attractions have won awards at a regional and national level and it’s not hard to see why, they really offer a fantastic experience!

Devon's award-winning attractions include: The Big Sheep; RHS Garden Rosemoor; Pennywell Farm; The Milky Way Adventure Park; National Marine Aquarium; Plymouth Gin; World of Country Life; River Dart Country Park and more!

If you’re worried about fitting all this in, why not use our itinerary feature to plan out your holiday so you can make sure you get to visit as many of Devon’s amazing attractions as possible.

Whether you want a day out that will keep the whole family entertained, a cultural trip to a historic house or a theme park, there’s plenty to choose from in Devon, take a look at some of our members here!

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Woodlands Family Theme Park

Dartmouth

Open Main Season 29th March – 3rd November 2019.
YOUR MISSION BEGINS HERE! Be a hero at Devon's largest family theme park.
The action packed park is the perfect…
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Devon Valley Holiday Village

Teignmouth

Nestled on the banks of the River Teign just outside the picturesque village of Shaldon, Devon Valley Holiday Village welcomes non-residents to its facilities.*
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Watermouth Family Theme Park And Castle

Ilfracombe

A visit to the wonderful world of Watermouth Family Theme Park & Castle is a unique and magical experience the whole family can enjoy. Step back in time to enjoy some of the…
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South Devon Railway

Buckfastleigh

It has been said by people of 'a certain generation', who have memories of trips to school by train, that the magnificent, snorting steam locomotive at the head of the train…
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The Donkey Sanctuary

Sidmouth

Set along the historic Jurassic Coast and nestled in the tranquil East Devon countryside in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, is The Donkey Sanctuary; an award-winning…
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The Shops at Dartington

Totnes

The Shops at Dartington (located at the Cider Press Centre); a great place for all the family, whatever the weather. With 15 shops and restaurants selling crafts, glass,…
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Canonteign Falls

Exeter

Home to England’s highest manmade waterfalls, Canonteign Falls is a magical natural paradise found in the heart of the beautiful Teign Valley. Set in over 90 acres of ancient…
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Roadford Lake

Lifton

Create your own adventure at Roadford Lake
Between Okehampton and Launceston, PL16 0RL
Roadford Lake, situated in the beautiful surroundings of the Wolf Valley, is…
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Gardens at Pentillie Castle

St. Mellion, SALTASH

Pentillie’s beautiful woodland gardens stretch over 55 acres around the castle and along the banks of the River Tamar and are set in the heart of the 2,000-acre estate. They…
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Buckfast Abbey

Buckfast, Buckfastleigh

Nestled in the shadow of Dartmoor, in a beautiful wooded valley beside the river Dart, Buckfast Abbey offers visitors a tranquil refuge from the hectic pace of everyday life.…
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Horse Drawn Barge

Tiverton

Tiverton Canal Co, is home to one of the Last Horse-Drawn Barges in Great Britain and is run as a Canal Living Heritage Visitor Attraction.
Relax on a Horse-Drawn Barge…
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The Milky Way Adventure Park

Clovelly, Bideford

This all-weather family adventure park was the only attraction in Devon to win TripAdvisor’s highest accolade, a Travellers' Choice Award, in 2016, 2017 AND 2018. NEW for…
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RHS Garden Rosemoor

Great Torrington, Torrington

RHS Garden Rosemoor is an enchanting garden nestled in the beautiful Torridge Valley and home the infamous Tarka the Otter. Surrounded by woodland, the garden is rich in…
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Exeter Cathedral

Exeter

Exeter Cathedral is one of the oldest and most beautiful Cathedrals in England. Located in the centre of the city, there has been a Cathedral on the present site for nearly…
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Devon Association of Tourist Attractions

If you’re looking for a day out in Devon, the Devon Association of Tourist Attractions is a great place to start. With over 44 of Devon’s top attractions it represents a…
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Great Western Railway

Great Western Railway (GWR) provides high speed, commuter, regional and branch line train services. We help over 100 million passengers reach their destinations every year -…
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World of Country Life

Littleham, Exmouth

It’s not every day you can hand feed a deer or a llama, walk a pygmy goat or bottle feed a lamb but you can do all of this and more at the multi-award winning World of…
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Clovelly

Bideford

Clovelly, North Devon. Welcome to a different world
The picturesque, ancient, fishing village of Clovelly is uniquely special and was once owned by the Queen of England…
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The BIG Sheep

Bideford

The BIG Sheep – world famous for the hilarious Sheep Racing!
North Devon’s most popular family attraction - Terrific for Tots, Toddlers & Teens – Awesome for Adults…
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National Marine Aquarium

Plymouth

The National Marine Aquarium is an Ocean Conservation Charity dedicated to connecting people with our Ocean. Their fun & engaging Ocean experts run the largest Aquarium in…