Guidebook for Torquay
Sightseeing
Since its foundation in 1196, Torre Abbey has witnessed, survived and even played a role in some epic moments of history. Over 800 years old.
102 locals recommend
Torre Abbey
Since its foundation in 1196, Torre Abbey has witnessed, survived and even played a role in some epic moments of history. Over 800 years old.
Paignton Zoo is not just one of the UK's top zoos, it's also a conservation and education charity and part of a group of zoos and charities.
A great day out.
269 locals recommend
Paignton Zoo Environmental Park
Totnes RoadPaignton Zoo is not just one of the UK's top zoos, it's also a conservation and education charity and part of a group of zoos and charities.
A great day out.
A great way to explore South Devon! You will visit the towns of Paignton, Dartmouth and Totnes travelling on a steam train, a river boat and a bus. Sit back and enjoy the scenery.
110 locals recommend
Dartmouth Steam Railway & River Boat Company
Queen's Park RoadA great way to explore South Devon! You will visit the towns of Paignton, Dartmouth and Totnes travelling on a steam train, a river boat and a bus. Sit back and enjoy the scenery.
Agatha Christie's old house, best reached by steam train from Paington.
132 locals recommend
Greenway House
Agatha Christie's old house, best reached by steam train from Paington.
Everything Else
Cockington Country Park surrounds the picture postcard Cockington Village which lies just off the seafront near Torquay. The Park features beautiful formal gardens, lakes and woodlands.
71 locals recommend
Cockington Village
Cockington Country Park surrounds the picture postcard Cockington Village which lies just off the seafront near Torquay. The Park features beautiful formal gardens, lakes and woodlands.
If you like little things then this is worth a visit. It's like a village, only smaller!
150 locals recommend
Babbacombe Model Village
Hampton AvenueIf you like little things then this is worth a visit. It's like a village, only smaller!
Arts & Culture
Torre Abbey Sands
Torbay RoadThe best beach in the area for sandcastles! :0
An all weather attraction, located on Torquay seafront where there’s plenty to see and do: mingle with the playful penguins, get up close to the otters, octopus and seals.
64 locals recommend
Living Coasts
1 Beacon HillAn all weather attraction, located on Torquay seafront where there’s plenty to see and do: mingle with the playful penguins, get up close to the otters, octopus and seals.
Food Scene
With seating for just 20 diners, this unique setting offers a personal service with exquisite cuisine made from seasonal local produce. Its not the cheapest of restaurants, but well worth it!
12 locals recommend
Old Vienna Restaurant
7 Lisburne SquareWith seating for just 20 diners, this unique setting offers a personal service with exquisite cuisine made from seasonal local produce. Its not the cheapest of restaurants, but well worth it!
We don't recommend eating here. This restaurant is appalling yet seems to attract a lot of tourists. The food is poor and overpriced and the service is shabby. DON'T EAT HERE!
Thai Star Restaurant
21 Victoria ParadeWe don't recommend eating here. This restaurant is appalling yet seems to attract a lot of tourists. The food is poor and overpriced and the service is shabby. DON'T EAT HERE!
Lovely food, lovely service. Intimate restaurant, great for a romantic meal. :) Not cheap though!
18 locals recommend
The Orange Tree Restaurant
14-16 Parkhill RdLovely food, lovely service. Intimate restaurant, great for a romantic meal. :) Not cheap though!
If you like posh fish, then this is the place to eat it!
62 locals recommend
No 7 Fish Bistro & Wine Bar
7 Beacon HillIf you like posh fish, then this is the place to eat it!
Drinks & Nightlife
Torquay