Attractions around Torquay

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A selection of attractions in and around Torquay:

The Pavilion, Torquay (< 1 Mile)

Originally designed as a concert hall, the Pavilion first opened its doors in 1912. Musicians Edward Elgar, Adrian Boult, Henry Wood and John Barbarolli are...

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Torquay Harbour, Torquay (< 1 Mile)

Torquay harbour and marina is a very popular place with visitors, having many facilities that centre on the tourism industry. Lying to the north of...

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Princess Gardens, Torquay (< 1 Mile)

Princess Gardens were opened in 1894. They were named after Princess Louise, the daughter of Queen Victoria, who visited the town on 6 May 1890....

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Waves Leisure Pool, Torquay (< 1 Mile)

If you are looking for fun and exercise for the whole family, be sure to visit Waves Leisure Pool - it’s indoor family fun! Enjoy...

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Torre Abbey, Torquay (< 1 Mile)

Torre Abbey is the oldest building in Torquay, dating back to 1196. The Cary family remodelled it as a Georgian mansion during the 18th century,...

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Torquay Museum, Torquay (1.1 Miles)

The fine building that houses Torquay Museum was built in 1874 and is a piece of Victorian antiquity itself. Step inside however and you...

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Living Coasts, Torquay (1.2 Miles)

Living Coasts features a range of fascinating coastal creatures from penguins to fur seals, puffins to sea ducks. There are sandy beaches, rugged cliff-faces and...

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Bygones Victorian Museum, Torquay (1.3 Miles)

Bygones calls itself a Victorian museum, but how many museums can you name that make you feel as if you have literally stepped back in...

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Babbacombe Model Village, Torquay (1.4 Miles)

Enter a world of miniature marvels! Visit the English countryside in 1/12th scale including models of famous landmarks. New features include the ‘Babbacombe Junction’ model...

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Kents Cavern, Torquay (1.4 Miles)

Kents Cavern is one of the oldest recognisable human dwelling-places in Britain. Take a guided tour around these caves and find yourself whisked on a...

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Compton Castle, Paignton (3.5 Miles)

Fortified manor house built between 1340 and 1520 by the Gilbert family, home of Sir Humphrey Gilbert, coloniser of Newfoundland and half brother of Sir...

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Kirkham House, Paignton (4.3 Miles)

There is some debate as to the exact dates that Kirkham House was constructed, but the considered opinion of historians suggests somewhere between the 14th...

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Paignton Zoo, Paignton (5.8 Miles)

Cover thousands of miles in just a few hours and on foot, on a worldwide nature trail. Explore habitats from around the world: scorching deserts,...

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Brixham Museum, Brixham (6.4 Miles)

Brixham Museum is one of the best collections of local history in this area. It offers a great deal of interesting artefacts, antiques, pictures,...

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Berry Pomeroy Castle, Totnes (7.3 Miles)

The Devon countryside is filled with interesting and historic buildings, but few as beautiful and well positioned as this. Tucked away in a steep...

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(All distances are direct and may be longer by road)

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