Location: Plymouth
Top Things to do in Plymouth
The 10 Best Free Things to do in Plymouth, England
Plymouth (/ˈplɪməθ/ ( listen)) is a city on the south coast of Devon, England, about 37 miles (60 km) south-west of Exeter and 190 miles (310 km) west-south-west of London. It lies between the mouths of the rivers Plym to the east and Tamar to the west, where they join Plymouth Sound to form the boundary with Cornwall.
Restaurants in Plymouth
1. Plymouth Synagogue
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 255 reviews
Reviewed By laurengN126SP
I visited the synagogue while on holiday in Cornwall and can honestly say it was the highlight of the trip. Tucked away off of St Catherine Street, you'd be forgiven for missing it altogether but it's certainly not hiding away, as explained by the wonderful Jerry who showed a group of 6 of us around. Named as the caretaker, he is far more than that. He gave us 2.5 hours of history of Plymouth, Judaism and the Jewish community in Plymouth. The hours felt like minutes and we could have gone on much longer. The building itself is stunning and you can feel the sacred presence and history there, if you are of any faith or none at all, it is well worth a visit. From the stained glass windows to the opulent artefacts, you will be mesmerised by the beauty and peace to be found inside the shul. The building is a jewel, Jerry deserves a medal for all his hard work keeping this beautiful building going and if you do visit you may well meet the gorgeous Synagogue cat Dexter. You will not be disappointed.
2. St Peter and The Holy Apostles
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 16 reviews
Wyndham Square, Plymouth, PL1 5EG
Reviewed By andrewmM7551SG - Plymouth, United Kingdom
This is a stunning modern church in a 19th century building, restored twice after being largely destroyed in the war. It is unusual, in that it is modelled after early Christian churches. It is a beautiful and welcoming church. It is a lovely place to be, whether or not you are religious. Bit of a hidden jewel in Plymouth.
3. Naval Memorial
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 338 reviews
The Plymouth Naval Memorial commemorates 7,251 sailors of the First World War and 15,933 of the Second World War. The Memorial is situated centrally on The Hoe which looks directly towards Plymouth Sound. It is accessible at all times. Copies of the Memorial Register are kept at the Tourist Information Office at Island House, 9 The Barbican, Plymouth, PL1 2LS, and also in the Naval Historical Section at Plymouth Library.
Reviewed By Johnny_vegan - Glastonbury, United Kingdom
Well, it Christmas, so I had to make that joke, and this impressive naval monument is the centrepiece above Plymouth Sound and Drake's Island and honours those who have lost their lives in military action, specifically the First and Second World Wars, and over 22 thousand names are inscribed on the monument, making it a very poignant place to spend a few minutes quietly contemplating. Rumour has it that Francis Drake played bowls on the Hoe before sailing ship to have a bust-up with the Spanish Armada. There is also a monument to him nearby.
4. Elizabethan Gardens
5. Wonwell Beach
6. Plymbridge Woods
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 354 reviews
Reviewed By Deejayne - Plymouth, United Kingdom
A lovely wooded area to spend the day or even just for a walk ( with or with the kids or dogs) It has a river so ideal on a hot summers day for a dip. An old railway line for a walk and change of sceanery adds to the atraction.
7. Plymouth Sound
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 639 reviews
Reviewed By CJJD666 - Uxbridge, United Kingdom
Always something going on. From small yachts to maintenance craft, the Normandy Ferries and of course regular visits by Royal Navy and Royal Naval Reserve ships. Plus the occasional foreign naval vessels.
8. St. Andrew's Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 123 reviews
Reviewed By 846JBY - Plymouth, United Kingdom
A lovely church with some beautiful stained glass windows a helpful shop and staff were on hand well worth a visit .
9. South West Coast Path National Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 205 reviews
Reviewed By BT217 - Reading, United Kingdom
Beautiful views, very close to the edge of high drops at one stage but very worth it. Download the iwalk Cornwall app and it talks you through it.
10. Ford Park Cemetery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 31 reviews
Reviewed By 998hughg - London, United Kingdom
Many thanks to Vivienne for her help and wealth of information about our great grandfather.We came to find his grave and found out a lot more thanks to her.
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