The English Riviera is a resort in the truest sense of the word, attracting visitors of all ages and interests throughout the year. Undergoing a water front regeneration and a number of new attraction and accommodation schemes, Torquay has something for everyone and for all ages, at all times of the year!

Torquay has been one of the UK 's top holiday destinations since Victorian Times when the gentry promenaded, bathing huts were wheeled down to the beaches and anyone who was anyone had an attractive villa overlooking the sea.

There are 22 miles of coastline, cliffs, coves and beaches and walks to rival any in the South West of England, with a climate that belongs somewhere much further south.

There are opportunities for surfing, safe swimming, diving, sailing, angling and wonderful opportunities to study the natural wildlife at your leisure

Stunning views are to be seen just about every where across the Bay, out over the English Channel , along the 40 miles of Lyme Bay to Portland Bill or inland towards the Tors of Dartmoor. Torquay is an ideal base from which to visit Dartmouth , Totnes, Exeter and Plymouth , all of which are only a few miles distant.

Torquay's famous seven hills provide the backdrop to a waterfront scene that matches anything you'll find on the French Riviera.

Enjoy panoramic 360° views of some of the beautiful scenery in Torbay, as well as some of the attractions in the area. This tour will give you a taster of what Torquay and the surrounding areas have to offer.

Whether youre coming to Torbay for a romantic weekend or bringing the family, Torquay and the surrounding areas have a whole host of attractions and locations to keep you amused and entertained. Below are just a few. For more, visit torquay.com

Torre Abbey
Torquay's oldest building with its abbey ruins, houses a superb collection of paintings and antiques. The nearby Spanish Barn was used to hold Spanish prisoners after the Armada of 1588.
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Torquay Museum
Take a journey into Torquay's fascinating past, find out about local wildlife, famous people and Torquay through the ages and don't miss the unique Agatha Christie exhibition.
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Bygones Museum
A life sized Victorian Street with over 20 shops and period rooms, large model railway and Fantasyland.
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Living Coasts
This is a unique, world class aquatic visitor attraction, developed by Paignton Zoo, with financial support from the South West Regional Development Agency and Government Office South West, focusing on the conservation of coastal and marine life around the globe.
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Quaywest Beach Resort
Just behind Goodrington's long sandy beach you will find the exciting and entertaining world of Quaywest. At its heart is Shipwreck Island, where half a mile of water slides twist, turn and splash in this open-air waterpark. Nearby Grand Prix Go-Karts whiz around a specially built circuit and there is much more fun on the water with the Bumper Boats.
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Kents Cavern
Kents Cavern is one of the most ancient sites in Great Britain. Discovered in the last century, come and see where wild animals and later man's ancient ancestors lived and died.
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More Attractions...
Paignton Zoo
Babbacombe Model Village
Princess Theatre

Torbay is situated just east of the wonderful and rugged Dartmoor National Park, the beautiful area of the South Hams, the old martime city of Plymouth and the lovely county of Cornwall beyond. There are lots of characterful Devon towns close by including...

Dartmouth
Dartmouth is a town in Devon in the south-west of England. It is a major tourist destination set on the banks of the estuary of the River Dart, which is a long narrow tidal river that runs inland as far as Totnes. Originally Dartmouth's only wharf was Bayard's Cove, a relatively small but picturesque area protected by a fort at the southern end of the town.

Totnes
According to local legend, Totnes was the site where Brutus of Troy, the mythical founder of Britain, first came ashore on the island. Indications of its former wealth and importance are given by the number of merchants' houses built in the 16th and 17th centuries, one open to the public in the guise of the town museum. The remains of the Norman Totnes Castle, now owned by English Heritage may also be visited.

Brixham
Brixham is at the southern end of Torbay, across the bay from Torquay, and is an old fishing port. The town is hilly, and built around the harbour which remains in use as a dock for fishing trawlers; in addition, it has a focal tourist attraction in the replica of Sir Francis Drake's ship the Golden Hind that is permanently moored there.

Plymouth
Plymouth is located at the mouths of the rivers Plym and Tamar and at the head of one of the world's largest and most spectacular natural harbours, the Plymouth Sound. The city has a rich maritime past and was once one of the two most important Royal Navy bases in the United Kingdom. The city is full of museums, galleries, shops and historic buildings.