Bicton Park Botanical Gardens

At Bicton you can enjoy over 60 acres of beautiful gardens with their soft sweeping lawns, elegant…

Canonteign Falls

Canonteign Falls is excited to announce we will be open 7 days a week from March 31st 2021. New for…

The Box

The Box is temporarily closed but is due to re-open to the public on Tuesday 18 April. Tickets can…

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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Great Western Railway

Find out more about the latest travel advice for England: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/coronavirus-covid-19-safer-travel-guidance-for-passengers
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Buckfast Abbey

Buckfast, Buckfastleigh

Happy New Year to all our customers. Due to the government tier system we will now be closed for the next few weeks whilst we make plans for reopening. Please check our…
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The Milky Way Adventure Park

Clovelly, Bideford

REOPENING MAY 23 2021! Don’t miss out on this multi award winning day out for the whole family. The Milky Way has won a TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Award EVERY year for…
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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,…
Dartington Hall

Totnes

The historic Dartington Hall is an inspiring, 1200-acre cultural destination just outside the ancient market town of Totnes, with Grade 2* gardens and woodland walks, plus a…
Devon’s Top Attractions

If you’re looking for things to do in Devon and to have a day out then Devon’s Top Attractions is a great place to start. With so many great visitor attractions to choose…
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Babbacombe Model Village

Torquay

*In accordance with guidelines we plan to re-open on 12th April*
Babbacombe Model Village currently recommend that people book an arrival slot in advance, you will then…
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RHS Garden Rosemoor

Great Torrington, Torrington

Nestled in the Torridge Valley, Rosemoor is an enchanging place to visit in every season; cherry trees blossom in the spring, the iconic Hot Garden dazzles with vibrant…
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Bicton Countryside Museum

Budleigh Salterton

There is something uniquely eclectic and informal about the diversity of exhibits that greet visitors to the Bicton Countryside Museum.
Located within the 63 acre (25…
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World of Country Life

Littleham, Exmouth

**The park is now open 7 days a week until 1st November! See our policy and rules on Covid HERE **

It’s not every day you can hand feed a deer or a llama, walk a…
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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…
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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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Becky Falls

Newton Abbot

Set within a spectacular ancient valley, Dartmoor’s famous Becky Falls has been attracting visitors since 1903, and no trip to Devon would be complete without a visit.
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South Western Railway

With South Western Railway you can explore Devon from anywhere in the country.
South Western Railway is a joint venture between FirstGroup and MTR Europe, two of the…
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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…
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South Devon Railway

Buckfastleigh

The SDR site will be open all of the week commencing 12th April for the half-term holiday, then on every Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday until 16th May. Entrance is…
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Tree Surfers

TAVISTOCK

This is a day of adventure you won’t forget. We have tree top activities suitable for all ages (4 years upwards) located in the stunning Tamar Valley on the Devon Cornwall…
Hartland Abbey & Gardens

Bideford

See details of our Covid-19 procedures here.
A day out at Hartland Abbey, a stately home in a stunning setting a mile from Hartland Quay on the north-west Devon coast,…
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The Donkey Sanctuary

Sidmouth

No trip to Devon is complete without visiting The Donkey Sanctuary.
There’s a tranquil corner of the Jurassic Coast near Sidmouth that hundreds of rescue donkeys call…
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Pennywell Farm

Buckfastleigh

All the Fun of the Farm
A visit to multi award winning Pennywell Farm is packed full of animals, activities, shows and displays. It’s the biggest activity farm in the…