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40 top places for you to visit in the South West

You’ll get great value for money and a day out with the family to remember!

Looking for things to do in Devon? Whatever your interests, whatever your age, and whether you’re on your own, a couple, a group, or a family, our attractions in Devon offer you fabulous days out in one of the most beautiful parts of the country.
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Devon has plenty of things to do to suit all interests and budgets. Families with children will find so much to entertain and amuse them, from the tiniest tots to the hardest-to-please teenagers. Thrill-seekers and those who like to be active will be very happy with the choice of theme parks and outdoor pursuits here in Devon. Lovers of culture, nature and history will be in their element too – we’ve miles of beautiful countryside and coast to explore, plus buildings, architecture, artisan crafters and artists that will intrigue and inspire.

There’s plenty to get excited about – visit Devon and see for yourselves!

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Great days out Devon and the South West

Whatever you fancy doing while you’re in Devon, we can guarantee (as well as a fabulous day out) that all our Devon attractions are highly recommended – and offer a great choice of things to do. If you are seeking ideas and activities we have some of the best places to visit in the South West right here.

Buckfast Abbey Devon

Buckfast Abbey

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Buckfast Abbey
RHS Rosemoor The Shrub Rose Garden i

RHS Garden Rosemoor

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RHS Garden Rosemoor

Stuart Line Cruises

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Stuart Line Cruises
Blackpool Sands Devon Beaches

Blackpool Sands

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Blackpool Sands
Dingles Fairground Musuem ride

Dingles Fairground Museum

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Dingles Fairground Museum
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The Big Sheep Farm & Theme Park

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The Big Sheep Farm & Theme Park
Barbican -Plymouth

Visit Plymouth

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Visit Plymouth
Killerton House

Killerton, National Trust

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Killerton, National Trust

What's On Devon

From special themed activities for families, to visits from kids’ favourite characters, to arts and craft activities, theatre, music, food and drink, our Events pages are guaranteed to have something suitable to do in Devon for everyone.

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Dartmoor: A Radical Landscape

Showing artwork from 1969 to 2024, this exhibition demonstrates Dartmoor’s attraction to artists who, through photography, explore current issues including…

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Oct

Halloween Toddler Takeover

Dig out your best Halloween costumes and bring your little monsters along for our Halloween Toddler Takeover with Jiggy Wrigglers,…

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Oct

In the Night Sky

Embark on an experience like no other and not only “see” space but “feel” it too! We are thrilled to…

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