Luxury Log Cabins in Torquay with Private Hot Tubs

Torquay's award-winning aquarium, is home to an array of marine life from all around the world. Journey from a mangrove forest to the coast of South Arica, get up close and personal with the penguins and come face to face with the seals.

As well as fascinating marine creatures, there are activities, games for the kids and stunning underwater viewing areas.

With a wealth of events and different activities throughout the year, you are guaranteed an amazing day here whatever the weather.

Opening Times

• 10.00am-4.00pm

Online Tickets (with donation)

• Adult £13.00
• Child 3-15 years £9.80
• Concession £11.10
• Family (2 adults 2 children) £40.95

Step into the stone age with a visit Kent’s Cavern- one of the country’s finest show caves. During the guided tour you will learn how the caves were formed millions of years ago and marvel at the stalagmites and stalactites. See the teeth and bones of ice age animals and discover secrets from a bygone age. The tour itself takes around an hour but there are coastal walks, kid’s activities and an adventure trail to explore as well along with an excellent café and well-stocked souvenir shop.

Opening Times

• Daily from 10.00am (tours 11.00, 12.30, 2.00 and 3.30

Prices

• Adult £10.00
• Child (3-15) £9.00
• Concession £9.00

Torquay has several beaches so whether you want to lie on the soft sand, go rock-pooling, or enjoy a game of fetch with the dog you are sure to find one to suit.

Torre Abbey Sands / Corbyn Sands
A small sandy beach right in the heart of Torquay by the palm-lined promenade ideal to sit with an ice-cream and gaze out to sea. High tides will cover most the sand but there is safe swimming, toilets, a café, deckchairs for hire and a beach shop
(Note; no dogs)

Maidencombe Beach
This sand and shingle beach doesn’t get as busy as some of the others, so you can always find space to unwind. There is ample parking, a café, shop and sunbed hire available.
(Note; dogs allowed)

Watcombe Beach
This idyllic sandy beach in a secluded cove is surrounded by cliffs and woodland access is by a steep path. The café and toilets are open from May until September and the nearest car park is a short walk away,
(Note; dogs allowed)

Oddicombe Beach
This is a fantastic sand and shingle beach for all ages! Little ones can paddle in the shallows while the more adventurous have a variety of water sports to choose from. It is accessible via a steep road or the famous Babbacombe Cliff Funicular Railway.
(Note; no dogs)

Babbacombe Beach
This sheltered sand and shingle beach a little east of Torquay is ideal for Scuba diving, sailing and fishing, there is limited parking but there is a café, toilet and deckchair hire during the summer months
(Note; dogs allowed)

Anstey’s Cove
Perfect for a spot of rock-pooling this beautiful shingle beach is the ideal spot if you want to escape the crowds and relax in stunning surroundings, you can rent a deckchair or enjoy a bite to eat in the charming beach café
(Note; dogs allowed)

Meadfoot Beach
This pebble and sand Blue Flag award-winning beach is overlooked by the Osborne Hotel and has plenty of parking nearby. It is safe to swim and boasts a row of pretty beach huts.
(Note; Dogs allowed in restricted areas)