Located in the south of Devon, Dartmoor Zoo offers a vibrant and fun day out for the entire family. With over 150 animals to see, it'll be hard to pack Dartmoor Zoo into one day.
FAMILY TICKETS (4 PEOPLE) £42.00
South Devon Tourist Attractions
Tourist Attractions in South Devon
South Devons Top Rated Attractions & Things to Do
For a family holiday, South Devon is pretty hard to beat. The unspoilt and diverse countryside and coast make a perfect backdrop for a wealth of attractions including fun things to do, delicious food and wonderful events. With such a wide range of holiday options in the area so, South Devon is the perfect choice for your family holiday.
EXPLORE AND UNWIND WITH SOUTH DEVON ATTRACTIONS
There are many opportunities to explore in South Devon with a national park, three areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the world heritage coast, two exciting cities, a mix of rural and coastal towns and villages and acres of wonderful countryside. The beaches of South Devon include some of the best in the country, from wonderful expansive sandy stretches to beautiful isolated coves with craggy cliffs. Try exploring a few beaches and have a different experience every time in this unique landscape.
Walkers and cyclists will find plenty of interest in the area with the miles of coastal walks, footpaths, cycle paths and waymarked routes. The entire landscape could be explored on foot or bike for an active holiday. South Devon attractions are perfect for adventurous families. With everything available from watersports to quad biking or horse riding on offer, there is certainly the opportunity to pack your break full of excitement. Watersports can be enjoyed along the coastline and include canoeing, surfing, stand up paddle boarding, kayaking and windsurfing. There are also some truly stunning golf courses around South Devon, many of which are set amid spectacular scenery.
For a more relaxing adventure, consider exploring some of the numerous historical sites South Devon has to offer. There are a variety of cultural treats to explore from grand country houses and gardens to the final coal-fired paddle steamer or even a surviving monastery. Alternatively, the landscape itself has a wealth of history including caves, ancient settlements and the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site.
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Dartmoor Zoo
FAMILY TICKETS (4 PEOPLE) £42.00
Located in the south of Devon, Dartmoor Zoo offers a vibrant and fun day out for the entire family. With over 150 animals to see, it'll be hard to pack Dartmoor Zoo into one day.
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FAMILY ATTRACTIONS
The museums in South Devon are increasingly designed to interest all ages and to be more interactive so they can be engaging for every member of the family, especially if the weather isn’t all you could hope for! The Royal Albert Memorial Museum in Exeter has won awards, offers free entry and is suitable for adults and children.
South Devon is home to a variety of animal experiences. There is often the opportunity for children to pet or interact with certain animals, especially at petting farms and wildlife centres. South Devon attractions of this type can occupy an entire day if you wish but there are many that you can you can fit around other activities. The county is also home to zoos and aquariums, including a coastal zoo with penguins playing a starring role!
Whenever you are planning your holiday, take a look at any local events or festivals that may coincide with your dates. South Devon has a wide array of fabulous festivals of all sorts, from food to music and art. There is even a pirate festival! Music festivals include Dartmouth in May, Teignmouth folk festival in June and Sidmouth folk festival in August. There are also a number of food festivals including Exeter Festival of South West Food and Drink and Salcombe Crabfest in April.
