Close Attractions
Exeter Cathedral
Stunning architecture surrounded by a large green and tea-shops.
15 minute walk.
Exeter Red Coat Tours
The Citys FREE Award winning guided tours provided by Exeter City Council and are the perfect way to explore the City.
Underground!
Explore beneath Exeter in the historic passage tour.
15 minute walk.
Northernhay Gardens
Beautiful gardens, Roughmont Castle, and the only visible Saxon wall in England. Look out for seasonal events like film showings, theatre, Respect Festival and more through the year.
10 minute walk.
Places for entertainment
RAMM Museum - Regular collections, frequent ‘guest exhibitions’ and activities for children, combined with free entry, a cafe and gift shop make a great family activity.
5 minute walk.
Exeter Quay
Indoor Climbing, Kayaking, Cycle-hire, food and more…
10 minute walk.
Places for Shopping
Exeter has a thriving scene, with many local stores, in particular retro and specialist clothing stores like The Real McCoy, Sobeys and Parade. There are collections of independent stores selling unique, quirky or hand-made clothes and gifts such as Gandy Street and The Quay. Here are the main centres, but if you want something particular, just ask.
5 minute walk to town.
The Guildhall
Two stories with dozens of shop from clothes to electronics, including a handy supermarket. One quarter is given to restaurants of every variety, with a central area of outdoor food-carts where you can enjoy sunny days.
10 minute walk.
Princesshay
A more recent development, Princesshay is home to many high-end brands like Superdry and Apple, as well as two restaurant areas with everything from sushi to cream-tea. Top it off with a huge Debenhams and you’re bound to find something to please.
10 minute walk.
Exeter Library
Frequent activity sessions for younger kids.
10 minute walk.
The Cavern
The Cavern is one of Exeter’s independent indie music venues.
10 minute walk.
The Cinema
Sport
Exeter is home to Premiership Rugby team the Exeter Chiefs who play at Sandy Park just off the M5. With regular fixtures at Exeter City FC, and exciting competitive horse racing at Exeter Racecourse, there is plenty of opportunity to immerse yourself in the thrill of spectator sports in Exeter.
Exeter Chiefs
Exeter Chiefs (officially Exeter Rugby Club) is an English professional rugby union club based in Exeter, Devon. They play in Premiership Rugby, England’s top division of rugby.
Exeter City FC
Exeter City Football Club is a professional football club based in Exeter, Devon, England. The team play in League Two, the fourth tier of the English football league system.
Places for Kids
Flowerpots - A skatepark, basketball court, cricket pitch, football greens, toddler park and more all in a huge connected area of green-space.
5 minute walk.
Powderham Castle
Powderham Castle is a fortified manor house about 6 miles south of the city of Exeter.
Surrounding area
Dartmoor - Wild, open moorlands and deep river valleys, with a rich history and rare wildlife, Dartmoor is a unique place
30 minute drive.
Becky Falls
Situated on Dartmoor Becky Falls is one of the top visitor attractions and waterfalls in Devon.