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Kingswear shares its waterfront between boats and trains. Ferries cross the Dart to Dartmouth, and the Dartmouth Steam Railway pulls into its riverside station. Kingswear Castle watches over the river mouth.

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Landmark4.8/5

Dartmouth Steam Railway

Experience the charm of the Dartmouth Steam Railway as it winds through stunning coastal scenery, offering a nostalgic journey steeped in history and breathtaking views, making it a must-visit attraction in Kingswear.

Landmark4.7/5

Dartmouth Lower Ferry

Landmark4.7/5

Dartmouth-Kingswear Passenger Ferry

Landmark4.6/5

Royal Dart Yacht Club

Shop4.3/5

Darthaven Marina

Landmark4.8/5

National Trust - Coleton Fishacre

Landmark4.5/5

Dartmouth Castle

Nestled on the picturesque banks of the River Dart, Dartmouth Castle offers jaw-dropping views and a taste of medieval history. Feel like a knight as you explore the centuries-old ruins and imagine the battles that once took place here. Don't forget your camera for epic shots of the stunning coastline!

Landmark5/5

Dartmouth Royal Regatta Sailing Week

Landmark5/5

Kingswear Hall

Landmark5/5

Waterhead Creek

Transport4.7/5

National Trust - Little Dartmouth

Transport3.4/5

Greenway Halt

Eat$$$4.4/5

The Ship Inn

Eat4.7/5

Steam Packet Inn

Cafe$$$5/5

Ebb & Flow

Cafe4.9/5

Kingswear Coffee Co.

Stays

Stay$$$$4.7/5

Bayards Cove Inn

Bayards Cove Inn is located in the centre of Dartmouth. This historic hotel has refurbished luxury bedrooms with free WiFi, and views over the river and sea. The Inn is a short walk to the shopping areas of the town. The cafe, bar and restaurant is on the ground floor offering drinks and snacks, with internet access. Each bedroom has a flat-screen TV. We have no parking of our own, parking is public around the town center.

Stay$$$4.8/5

Yew Tree House

Yew Tree House in Paignton offers family rooms with private bathrooms, featuring sea views, balconies, and parquet floors. Each room includes a work desk, TV, and free WiFi. Guests enjoy a sun terrace, free WiFi, and free on-site private parking. Additional amenities include bathrobes, free toiletries, and a refrigerator. A breakfast buffet is provided in-room, highly praised by guests for its quality and variety. Located a 7-minute walk from Hollicombe Beach and 1.5 km from Paignton Pier, the property is near attractions such as Totnes Castle and Riviera International Centre. Exeter International Airport is 42 km away.

Stay4.8/5

Channel View Guest House

Channel View Guest House in Stoke Fleming offers adults-only bed and breakfast with a garden and terrace. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Guests enjoy private checkin and check-out, a lounge, outdoor seating, and a picnic area. Additional amenities include an electric vehicle charging station, daily housekeeping, and free on-site parking. A buffet breakfast is served with full English, Irish, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Warm dishes and juice are available each morning. Blackpool Sands Beach is a 7-minute walk away. Dartmouth Castle lies 4.4 km from the property. Exeter International Airport is 60 km distant. Highly rated for its friendly host and excellent breakfast.

Stay4.25/5

Stoke Lodge Hotel

Stoke Lodge Hotel in Stoke Fleming offers family rooms with modern amenities. Guests enjoy free WiFi, air-conditioning, and private bathrooms. The hotel features a sauna, sun terrace, and a seasonal outdoor swimming pool. Additional facilities include an indoor swimming pool, games room, and a garden. A family-friendly restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. The bar offers a relaxing atmosphere. Located 12 minutes from Blackpool Sands Beach and 60 km from Exeter International Airport. Nearby attractions include Dartmouth Castle (4.1 km) and Newton Abbot Racecourse (34 km).

Stay5/5

Pebbles Holidays

Stay5/5

Waves @ Endsleigh Court

Stay4.9/5

Nethway Farm Holiday Cottages

Stay4.8/5

Alf’s Rooms

Stay4.6/5

The Annexe

Stay4.6/5

Ferry View Holiday Cottage

Stay4.6/5

Dartside Holidays

Stay4.4/5

Dart Valley Cottages

Stay4.1/5

Kingswear Castle

Stay4/5

Harbour Heights

Stay

The Crows Nest

Stay

The Boathouse Dartmouth

Things To Do
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2 h 30 mins

Coasteering Geopark Adventure In Torquay

Our Coasteering Adventure can be tailored to your ability! As long as you can swim and boulder you will Love a Rock Solid Adventure! We have an incredible array of wildlife and the route is circular so you get maximum adventure for your money. You will challenge yourself with leaps into stunning clear water, scale cliffs and explore sunken sea caves! Book now or call to discuss a booking.

$61.16

5/5

1 h

Private Coastal Boat Tour in Torquay

Join us for a fantastic coastal tour and explore of the bay. You will arrive at our vibrant hub and we will get kitted up and safety briefed. The excitement then begins to build as you are taken onboard one of our boats (dependant on the activity booked). Whether it's an exhilarating RIB Ride, a leisurely coastal tour or private and exclusive charter. The tour starts in MDL Marina where we make our way past the many expensive and exclusive motor yachts - once out of the marina we are in open seas. We hug the stunning coastline which is rich in geology and wildlife and is what makes the English Riviera so unique. We then look for our resident pod of dolphins, keep an eye out for seals basking on the rocks and explore the many secluded cove and caves. It really is an experience that will not be forgotten.

$475.65

5/5

2 h

Gin Making Experience

The Gin Nest is Torbay's premier gin-making experience. You will be guided in the art of distilling your own craft gin using a traditional copper pot still. We provide alcoholic or non alcoholic drinks during the experience, and a 500ml bottle of your hand-crafted gin to take home with you. You have the opportunity to personalise your experience to suit any occasion. We take individual bookings or group bookings. Talk to the team today if you want to book for a space for a rainy day, a birthday, hen party, or any other event.

$81.54

5/5

8 h

Dartmoor Tour

You will be picked up and dropped off at your accommodation in a luxury, air conditioned Mercedes 7 x seater. Together we will explore the wild beauty of Dartmoor, with its windswept moors, ancient settlements and towering granite tors. Walk amongst the wild ponies and highland cattle whilst immersing yourself in mystical landscape before retreating to a traditional cosy pub (lunch is not included but we will reserve a table for you). Embrace locations that inspired Agatha Christie and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle to write their most famous novels. Experience this breath-taking land of myths and legends from both the comfort of the Merecedes and on foot to ensure you “touch and feel” this unique entity. Discover, learn and importantly have some fun on this truly unique full day tour. NB: inclusive pick up / drop off fee covers 15 mile radius from Paignton TQ4 6BW

$322.76

5/5

8 h

Doc Martin, Fishermans Friends & North Cornwall

This tour embraces the North Cornwall coastline and many of its diverse attributes. From beautiful little ports, world famous legends like King Arthur, TV dramas, to breathtaking coastlines to name but a few. We'll take away the hassle and pick you up and drop you off at your accommodation or agreed location iun our luxury Mercedes 7 x seater. Enjoy a Cornish Pasty and cream tea (you can't visit Cornwall without) and learn about the cultural aspect and the hardships that these people endured. Cornwall is a unique and maybe even the most beautiful corner of England and well worth the day you'll spend here.

$336.35

5/5

9 h

From LIlle or Bruges, Christmas Truce to Passchendaele Ypres 1 day WW1 private

This tour is for guests that want to start their battlefield tour of Ypres from towns and cities further afield, for example Bruges & Zeebruges , Ghent, Kortijk, in Belgium & Dunkirk, Lille, Arras in France A unique 1 to 1 private tour, With all the stops added together we cover 53 miles / 90 KM's of battlefield sites and memorials This tour covers the Ypres Salient from Messines to Passchendaele spanning 1914 to 1918, we follow the Australian/Canadian/New Zealand/ South African/ British soldiers as they attacked towards Passchendaele in 1917, if you have ancestors that fell in the battle I will tailor the tour where possible to include them Minimum x2 guests Max x5 ( This is a bespoke tour )

$514.63

5/5

1 h 30 mins

Wine Tasting Experience in Torquay

If you love wine then this activity is perfect for you. You do not have to be an expert as we cater to all levels of knowledge.

$33.98

5/5

4 h

Devon Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (7 Day Pass) UK

Self-guided Tour & Treasure Hunt Travel Experience - Over 100 destinations & challenges to explore - Kid friendly & great for avoiding crowds - Flexible anytime start - 100% free cancellation up to 24hrs before - Just 1 Ticket for your whole group!! (with our great value device sharing ticket) The smartphone travel tool that helps you discover the great outdoors & connect with the world around you. Utilising seamless GPS technology, it takes you off-the-beaten-track to discover hidden gems & incredible places you may never find alone. As you travel you earn points by visiting destinations, solving clues & completing challenges. The Travel League lets you compete with fellow explorers. Each season win amazing prizes & become the UK’s Greatest Explorer! Whether exploring by car, on foot around town, or hiking across the countryside, our GPS technology guides you every step of the way. Take the stress out of planning trips with this perfect blend of challenge, fun & learning

$33.98

5/5

2 h

South Devon Adventure Walking Tour

Discover the stunning landscapes of South Devon on guided adventure walks that immerse you in a UNESCO Geopark. With an experienced local guide, explore coastal paths and woodland trails while uncovering fascinating stories and myths from the area. Enjoy moderate difficulty walks tailored for nature enthusiasts, featuring seal watching, wildlife spotting, and engaging geology talks. Each trek begins in a picturesque village, complete with amenities like cafes and pubs, ensuring a well-rounded experience. - Explore the natural beauty of South Devon with a knowledgeable guide - Moderate difficulty walks along coast paths and woodland trails - Encounter wildlife, including seals, and listen to captivating local tales - Convenient meeting point in a charming village near the beach and cafes

$19.03

5/5

4 h

White Water Kayak Activity in Buckfastleigh

We will make sure you will have an amazing day on the water and feel the thrill of white water kayaking. We accommodate for all levels of ability but some basic kayak experience is needed to make it enjoyable. Our guides will look after you and give you useful tips while keeping you safe. All of our guided are fully qualified and have years of experience.

$67.95

5/5

8 h

Devon Coast Tour

This unique coastal tour starts with pick up at your accommodation. It embraces this stunning diverse, coastline. We travel to one of the most spectaculer views in the South West, that of Burgh Island and the famous Burgh Island Hotel with its beach causeway and unique sea tractor. Onto Slapton Sands and "Slapton Ley" a stretch of water kept immune from the sea by a slim shingle causeway. Learn about its dark secret from World War II and be mesmerised by over 3 x miles of beach. Learn how we are trying to defend our small local communities form ever rising sea levels and how ultimately there will probably be only one winner. We then past Blackpool Sands and onto Dartmouth and the mouth of the Dart estuary with its famous "gun castles" on either side, its Norman Church and then into Dartmouth home of the Brittania Naval College. History, heritage, beautiful views and some fun on the way make this a tour not to be missed, all thats left is to drop you off where we picked you up

$322.76

5/5

8 h

World War II Heritage Tour

"Probably the most militarised county in WWII", some 1.5 million GI's were stationed in the county of Devon. The north and south coasts of Devon were used extensively to both house the GI's and enable them to practice amphibious landings before the Normandy landings. This includes the notorious Slapton sands, one of the US military's darkest secrets of WWII. Focussing on the south coast, in addition to Slapton we'll visit Plymouth, where some 36,000 GI's departed. Plymouth is said to be the most bombed city in WWII (per sq mile) more than London and Coventry and is still the largest naval dockyard in Western Europe. Down the coast the picturesque coastal town of Dartmouth is home to two stunningly preserved castles at the mouth of the River Dart as well as Britannia Naval College, home to US naval command and where Queen Elizabeth first set eyes on the Duke of Edinburgh. Finally Brixham, now Englands' biggest fishing port with some of the best preserved naval gun batteries of WWII.

$322.76

5/5

2 h 30 mins

The story of Agatha Christie's extraordinary life

This walking tour has received over six hundred 5 star reviews and is recognised as one of the best activities on The English Riviera! Trip Advisor has awarded this tour the Badge of Excellence and their Traveller's Choice award. And in 2024 Visit Devon awarded this tour a Gold for International Tourism Graham, the Tour Guide, has hosted Agatha Christie walking tours for 8 years and is the only full time Agatha Christie guide o The English Riviera. Even if you've never read an Agatha Christie novel, watched a film, or seen her plays, it doesn't matter! Guests will be enthralled to listen to her idyllic early years in Torquay; hear how she created Poirot and Miss Marple; discover how she met her two husbands; her outstanding contribution in both World Wars; how she bounced back from personal and professional challenges to become the world's most successful author; and how her legacy continues to be celebrated throughout the world.

$27.18

5/5

1 h 30 mins

90 Minute Coastal Explorer in Torquay

This is the longest boat trip we do. We will leave Torquay Marina and head out into the bay. Dependant on the weather we will either turn left or right but with way we will hug the coast. Along our route we will explore coves, caves and rock islands as we admire the geology of the UNESCO Geopark and look out for wildlife. We hope to see seals, dolphins + porpoise as well as an array of sea birds including our Guillemot colony (March - August). We will take in the whole bay and weather dependant extend further down the coast enhancing our changes of spotting more wildlife. Wildlife is not guaranteed but we will do our very best to find them !! We will also have some fun at speed and a few donuts !! This is truly a great way to get out on the water. Our experienced guides have lots of local information and are so passionate about our local area and wildlife. So book with us today and create some special memories.

$73.39

5/5

30 mins

30 Minute Raptor RIB Ride Activity in Torquay

Once kitted up in lifejackets and having had a safety brief we will depart Torquay Marina and head along the coast stopping at secluded bays, rock islands and stunning coves. Be prepared for the moving bits to be done with astonishing acceleration but then settle into some witty commentary from the crew onboard as they showcase the very best bits of Torbay for you to see. We will also keep a look at for wildlife along the way. Raptor seats 12 people and we are on the water for 30 minutes. Its an experience you will never forget.

$62.51

4.9/5

1 h

Torquay Coastal RIB Seafari

Come and see the stunning coastline of Torbay and The English Riviera. From coves, caves and natural limestone arches through to isolated rocky islands and secluded beaches. It's simply stunning. We will visit areas where we hope to see seals basking in the sunshine, lots of different sea birds and of course we will seek our resident pod of dolphins. This fun trip will get you out in the fresh air and seeing things from a different perspective on the water - come and create some smiles and memories with us !!

$58.44

4.9/5

3 h

Wildlife, Sea Cave and Bushcraft Kayak Safari in English Riviera

Sea Kayak Torbay offers expertly guided tandem sea kayak tours within the English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark, creating immersive experiences for all ages and abilities. Paddle through sea caves, explore hidden coves, spot local wildlife including seals, and discover the coastline’s ancient geology with our passionate guides Tours include opportunities for wild swimming, foraging, fossil hunting, beach fires and toasted marshmallows on secluded beaches. Feel free to bring a picnic and swimwear Our stable tandem touring kayaks with supportive backrests are ideal for beginners, families and mixed abilities, with full training provided before launch. Reduced family tickets are available Solo paddlers are welcome with a surcharge & should have previous sea kayaking experience including capsize recovery We provide up to 3 guides per tour to ensure a safe, supportive & memorable experience For families, solo paddlers or odd-numbered groups, please call Sea Kayak Torbay on 01803 912963

$74.75

4.9/5

2 h

The Fawlty Tours walking experience

Arguably, the greatest British sitcom of all time was inspired by a stay at a Torquay hotel! Fawlty Towers was and remains as one of Britain's greatest situation comedies. In 1975 the public were introduced to Basil, Sybil, Manuel & Polly at Torquay's most chaotic hotel It is appropriate that our Fawlty Towers walking tour is set in Torquay, Devon - apparently, it's the only one in the world! This tour is a light-hearted trip down memory lane to reminisce and enjoy the story of Fawlty Towers. There are plenty of laugh-out-loud moments along the way and great photo opportunities.....but no Riff-Raff are permitted!

$20.39

4.8/5

6 h

London Private Full-Day Tour: Tower of London Tickets & Pub Lunch

Discover all the magic of London in this unique Private Full Day Tour. Walk with your local host through the most emblematic places of the city, starting with the incredible St. Paul's Cathedral. Cross the beautiful River Thames. Admire the famous theatre where Shakespeare performed his plays. Go up to the terrace of the Tate Modern Museum to get the best views of London. Visit two of the most beautiful markets in the city. Relax at the table of one of the most traditional pubs in London, and enjoy an English lunch. Discover the fascinating St. Dunstan in the East Church, in ruins, very close to a better preserved Roman archaeological site, the London Wall. After admiring Tower Bridge your last stop is a jewel of medieval architecture, the Tower of London, a World Heritage Site. Skip the line and enjoy the time you want in this incredible museum. Book now this amazing Full Day Tour tour with a private guide, just for you, and let us make your visit to London a unique experience!!

$218.43

4.8/5

4 h

Half Day Guided Canoe Trip in Totnes

The River Dart is a special place. Stunningly beautiful scenery, never busy, and always something to discover. You might even spot a seal! Our guides will look after you and make sure that you are safe as well as show you the prettiest corners of the Dart estuary. Small group sizes and experienced guides will help you relax and connect with nature.