Location: Exeter
Top Things to do in Exeter
10 Things to do Adventurous in Exeter That You Shouldn't Miss
Exeter (/ˈɛksɪtər/ ( listen)) is a cathedral city in Devon, England, with a population of 129,800 (mid-2016 est.). The city is on the River Exe about 37 miles (60 km) northeast of Plymouth and 70 miles (110 km) southwest of Bristol. It is the county town of Devon, and the home of Devon County Council.
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1. Go-Segway
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 867 reviews
Devon's First & Best Segway Tour Integrate with Nature & Technology on the Segway Trail Tour. Experience the extensive panorama of the Haldon Forest as you glide along effortlessly on the Eco-Friendly Segway Personal Transporter! Taking in woodland tracks and trails this is an unique way to appreciate the glorious beauty Haldon has to offer.BOOKING ESSENTIAL Weekends & Bank Holidays. Prices start from as little as £15.00
2. Kayakhub Exeter
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5.0 based on 42 reviews
We offer canoe, kayak and stand up paddle board hire, guided trips and tuition. We love you to bring your family and the dog for a relaxed paddle to the Double Locks Pub or the Turf Locks and beyond. We can deliver canoes and kayaks all around Exeter and the Devon.
3. Go Ape Haldon Forest Park
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5.0 based on 274 reviews
The classic and original Go Ape experience. We'll brief you for safety before you fly down our zip-wires, leap off our Tarzan Swing and tackle our crossings whilst enjoying some of Britain's most breathtaking scenery. We think everyone has the Go Ape spirit just waiting to be unleashed! There's no greater rush than the great outdoors, so whether your tribe is a stag do, birthday party, corporate event or simply a day out with the kids, we make our courses as fun and as accessible as possible.
4. Devon Adventure
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 48 reviews
Devon Adventure (formerly Isca Outdoor) is a specialist provider for outdoor activities. Activities include: Caving, Climbing, Abseiling and Team Building for groups of all ages and abilities. All of our activities take place in a stunning and beautiful natural environment. We guarantee you an exciting and unique experience that you won't forget in a hurry!
Reviewed By lisamM5709AC
Had a fantastic full day with Devon Adventure; caving in the morning and gorge walking in the afternoon. We had 14 scouts in our group and they all loved both activities. We were in the very capable hands of Simon and Steve who were both very encouraging to everyone in our group. They notice who is "mad keen" and who is more cautious and give spot on advice and encouragement to all so that everyone has a top trip. At the end of our summer camp where every day went really well, all of the scouts named either the caving or the gorge walking (or both) as the best part of their week. We'll be back for more, thanks Devon Adventure :)
5. Red House Mysteries Exeter
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5.0 based on 205 reviews
Home to Exeter's most exciting Escape the Room games and running large scale theme events and treasure hunts around the South West, Red House Mysteries are here to intrigue, inspire and thrill.
Reviewed By Berti8780 - Chard, United Kingdom
From the minute we got into the reception it transported you back in time very well thought out and great rooms puzzles well recommended!!! #Completed
6. The VRVE
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5.0 based on 256 reviews
We are the UK's first and No.1 virtual reality experience centre. We offer something for all ages, with a guarantee of something you will have never experienced before! Seek underwater encounters with whales, fend off waves of zombies, fly through the Alps in a wingsuit ...it's entirely up to you!
Reviewed By 440piph
My son and 2 his friends had a brilliant time here. The hour just flew by. They all had an opportunity to try several different games and experiences, and the guy running it was very helpful in ensuring that they were having a variety of VR. It is a totally unique experience and I'm sure we will be back.
7. Pedalpaddle
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5.0 based on 16 reviews
Now at Port Royal, Larkbeare Road, Exeter on the weirpath you can hire the fantastic pedalpaddle boards for hour or part hour to explore the river exe or the exeter ship canal. Easy to learn and master. Great for group hire too. Telephone before setting off to ensure craft available. Safaris, schools, charity fund raising events, corporate fun and team building, stag and hen parties, keep fit sessions. Book now! WHY NOT JOIN THE PEDALPADDLE CLUB where you can pay £30 per annum to include the first hour hire plus half price for subsequent hires to include "bring a friend" for the same price!!! BOOK NOW!!!
8. Trail Unknown
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 21 reviews
All inclusive mountain bike adventures showcasing the UK's most unpublicized and best riding locations in the finest areas of natural beauty.
Reviewed By 632pierrek
I've been on multiple trips lead by Tom and Hugo and have had an absolute blast every time. Genuinely couldn't recommend Trail Unknown enough to anyone, from those just looking to get into mountain biking all the way to highly experienced mountain bikers! 5* experience!
9. Jetsim Centre
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 13 reviews
Flight simulator based in Exeter, Devon, Jetsim Centre offers you a fully immersive experience of being at the controls of an 80 tonne airliner. This experience is suitable for 1 to 4 people, as two people can fly the simulator together with Instructor helping from the jump seat. This is a full scale replica cockpit of the 737NG with 220 degree projection.
Reviewed By merlotbell
I booked a 90 minute flight experience for my husband who is a plane enthusiast. He absolutely loved it. Matt was so enthusiastic in his teaching and this was infectious. The whole experience was very realistic and Matt tailored the flying lesson to suit Mick's ability and interests, so much so that we over ran the allotted time. I highly recommend flight sim for anyone who has the slightest interest in aircraft. I think a return visit will be happening in the very near future.
10. Underground Passages
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 613 reviews
In light of the advice from the Government about COVID-19 the Underground Passages are closed to the public until further notice. Dating from 14th century, these medieval passages under Exeter High Street are a unique ancient monument: no similar system of passages can be explored by the public elsewhere in Britain. The Passages have long exercised a fascination over local people, with stories of wars and sieges, plague and pestilence! Their purpose was simple: to bring clean drinking water from natural springs in fields lying outside the walled city, through lead pipes into the heart of the city. The pipes sometimes sprang leaks and repairs to buried pipes could only be carried out by digging them up as we do today. To avoid this disruption the passages were vaulted and it is down some of these vaulted passageways that visitors are guided.The Passages are dark and narrow with a fascinating history. Visitors can experience interactive and educational exhibits in the Underground Passages Heritage Centre and watch a short video presentation before their guided tour.
Reviewed By JakeCox
Top of our list of things to do (along with the brilliant Royal Albert Museum - see other review) were the famed underground passages of Exeter's interesting past. We booked out tickets for the next tour, beginning in about 45 minutes' time, browsed a few nearby shops and then made our way back and downstairs ready for the tour to begin. In the room downstairs there is plenty to keep you occupied and interested as you wait for everyone in the tour group to gather. Next you go through to a room where there are lockers for your belongings and are shown a short video explaining the history of the tunnels as well as a brief introduction from the tour guide. Kitted up with hard hats you begin the journey through the passages of varying height and width, occasionally pausing as the guide gives very informative pointers on the history surrounding the area you're currently in. As a man exceeding 6 foot in height I found myself ducking a lot and being thankful for the hard hat but this is to be expected and didn't infringe upon my enjoyment at all. The stops are always timed for areas where the ceiling is of comfortable height so don't worry about being stuck doubled over for any significant length of time. You're also able to leave the tour at any point (provided you notify the guide of course) if you become claustrophobic so if that's an initial concern then see how you go at least. Later on in the tour you're given the choice of two routes. One path leads you back through a comfortable height tunnel, the other through a very low tunnel. Needless to say I chose the former. If you're below 6 feet tall and have no back or knee issues then you'll be fine - it's only a short route. If in doubt though, take the comfortable route and wait for the others to emerge; some muddy-handed if they had to steady themselves through the low tunnel! Great fun and our tour guide Alex was excellent. Defninitely recommend this.
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