There's something exciting to be found around almost every street corner, so we strongly recommend that all visitors take the opportunity to stretch their legs and explore the area.
Woodlands Family Theme Park
Woodlands Family Theme Park is situated in the geart of the centre of family fun for visitors of all ages. Devon provides a whole day of variety for all ages. Incredible indoor centres, outdoor adventures, Zoo, Big Fun Farm, Falconry Centre and Wildlife Sanctuary - even more fun in one day!
Set in beautiful countryside the 90 acre adventure park in Devon has 16 family rides, awesome indoor play centres with rides and cafes plus a wide range of family attractions in 10 themed play zones.
Outdoors is packed with action from the aerial Ninja Towers to the mega Commando Course, from the bumper boats to cute Pedal Town and Golden Bear City. The Sea Dragon Swing Ship is white knuckle and the 3 watercoasters are top favourites at this Devon attraction. Discover the Arctic Gliders, scary Avalanche and cute DuneBuggies.
Find nearly 50 Birds of Prey in the superb Falconry Centre. Don't miss the best Falconry display in Devon UK watch eagle owls gliding, falcons swoop and clever Ravens sorting colours.
Woodlands Adventure Park is the most exciting day out in Devon with its own Zoo and Big Fun Farm. Meet cuddly rabbits, flying squirrels and stately Shire horses. Enjoy snappy happy baby crocs, black flying bats and crushing pythons in the Reptile House. Drive man size tractors and laugh at the racing ferrets.
Babbacombe Model Village
Babbacombe Model Village is an outstanding attraction and one that has kept children (and adults) enthralled for hours.
Minute detail and an extensive attraction make this one of the best model villages you will ever see!
National Marine Aquarium
The National Marine Aquarium is a well established source of accurate information and was actually the very first aquarium in the entire UK to be set up with the express purpose of providing a base of education, conservation and research.
It is now the foremost aquarium in Britain and since it first opened its doors over six years ago, has attracted over 2 million visitors along with literally thousands of enquiries by letter, telephone, fax and email.
The Golden Hind
The Golden Hind captained by Sir Francis Drake undertook one of the most historic and exciting voyages of all time.
Between 1577 and 1580 the Golden Hind circumnavigated the world making vital discoveries before returning home with amazing treasures.
The Golden Hind offers a unique insight into life aboard a 16th century sailing ship.
Kents Cavern
Kents Cavern is a spectacular natural cave on the coast of south Devon. The cave is only a short walk from Meadfoot beach and the beautiful South West Coast Path. It is easy to access by foot, by coach and public transport and is open for organised school visits all year.
Undoubtedly Kents Cavern is one of Britain's most special caves. The incredible geology and rich archaeological heritage of the cave has been astounding scientists and visitors alike for centuries.
Records show the mysteries of the caves have been enticing explorers to venture into their depths since 1571. However, archaeological evidence and research reveals that people and animals have been visiting the caves for hundreds of thousands of years.
Paignton Zoo & Environmental Park
Paignton Zoo & Environmental Park is one of Britain's best and most famous zoos. With more than 80 acres of beautiful landscaped grounds which play host to some of the world’s rarest and most amazing animals such as gorillas, elephants, lions, tigers and rhinos - including rare baby black rhino Zuri & a Crocodile Swamp.
With an excellent range of amenities including a shop, restaurant as well as brilliant indoor and outdoor play areas for the kids and excellent attractions such as a miniature train and free bird show, Paignton Zoo will provide countless hours of fun for visitors of all ages.
Paignton Zoo also has a well established reputation for working closely with other zoos and environmental groups in countries such as Nigeria, Kenya, Zimbabwe and Tanzania.