Location: Plymouth
Top Things to do in Plymouth
The 10 Best 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. Saltram (National Trust)
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4.5 based on 959 reviews
Saltram House is a George II era mansion located in Plympton, Plymouth, England. The house that can be seen today is the work of Robert Adam, who altered the original Tudor house on two occasions. Wikipedia Saltram park offers a great place for walking, jogging, cycling and picnics. The park is open from dawn to dusk. Car park fees payable to non-National Trust members. Enjoy the Park Cafe, Shop and visit the House, Garden with Orangery, Castle Folly and Chapel Tea Room. There is a display of Arts and Crafts by local artists in the Gallery. Become a member and support the National Trust in the conservation work carried out to preserve our heritage for future generations and enjoy these facilities free all year. See our web pages for special events and opening time
Reviewed By woolywombat - Sedona, United States
Simply a magnificent property. The National Trust is lucky to have this estate which was turned over to the government with furnishings almost intact in lieu of death duties. There are numerous paintings by Sir Joshua Reynolds, a library of over 3,000 books, remarkable Chinese wallpaper, a spectacular collection of Wedgewood, and much, much more. Room docents were outstanding. The gardens are beautiful and there is both a tea room and a delightful cafe where we enjoyed a late lunch - the carrot and coriander soup was delicious. There is a gift shop as well as second hand bookshop. Don't miss this treasure!
3. Plymouth Gin Distillery
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4.5 based on 928 reviews
Gin Distillery that offers a variety of three different tours, shop and cocktail lounge Booking advisable for tours
Reviewed By C2026VVcarolinef
A great tour of the distillery, we took a 12 & 15 yr old they got in free, even they enjoyed the tour and smelling and tasting the gin botanicals. The adults got to sample the gin, sloe gin & fruit cup, all delicious. £10 per adult with then a free gin & tonic in the Barbican bar or a miniature to take away, very relaxing. It’s important to book your tour to avoid disappointment. I then bought a bottle of each for home ????
4. Smeaton's Tower
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 598 reviews
Smeaton's Tower is closed over the winter of 2019 for repainting. It will re-open in spring 2020. A centrepiece on Plymouth's Hoe, Smeaton's Tower is one of the city's most recognisable and well-loved landmarks. The lighthouse was originally built out on the notorious Eddystone Reef in 1759. It was taken down in the early 1880s and approximately two thirds of its structure moved stone by stone to its current resting place. Now standing at 72 feet high, it offers brilliant views of Plymouth Sound and beyond.
Reviewed By FionaN950 - Villach, Austria
Visited with my sister and brother-in-law on their most recent visit to Plymouth. It’s very interesting and the view across the Hoe is awesome. Incredible to think this is the third of four lighthouses to be built on the Eddystone rocks, with the current lighthouse visible on the horizon on a clear day. Originally built from Cornish granite in 1759, it was taken down in the early 1880s when it was discovered that it was being undermined by the sea. The base of Smeaton's Tower still in position next to the current Eddystone Lighthouse. You can find out about all four lighthouses on your visit. It is possible to go to the very top and to go outside onto the balcony area around the light, on the way up to the lantern room, which is particularly cool!
5. 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.
6. Plymouth Sound
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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.
7. Tinside Pool
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 199 reviews
Overlooking the sea in Plymouth harbour, Tinside Lido is consistently voted in the top 10 of Europe’s outdoor pools. Built in 1935, the lido is archetypal of the then popular art-deco style and is Grade II listed. Open only during the summer months, this beautiful salt water swimming pool is perfect for everyone and is fully accessible to people of all needs. As well as the pool itself, the facility also features a sun deck, which is generally considered to be one of the best places in Plymouth to soak up the sun, so remember to bring the sun cream.
Reviewed By Teejaydee - Plymouth, United Kingdom
This pool is fabulous whether you are on your own, with family or friends. Love the place. You can hire sun loungers or deckchairs or bring your own. You can buy snacks or again bring your own picnic. The pool has sea salt water and the pool is bright blue. Fountains go own at certain times which kids love (so do some of us oldies ;))
8. Theatre Royal Plymouth
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4.5 based on 1,042 reviews
The Theatre Royal Plymouth is the largest and best attended regional producing theatre in the UK and the leading promoter of theatre in the South West. There are two distinctive performance spaces; The Lyric and The Drum, and a new workshop and performance space, The Lab, will open in October 2013.The range of work presented and produced is incredibly extensive, including regular collaborations with leading theatre companies in the UK and beyond. The programme includes major touring drama, musical productions, leading opera and dance. The Theatre Royal Plymouth also produces and presents new plays and has built a national reputation for the quality of its programme and innovative work in The Drum, winning the prestigious Peter Brook award. New musicals and larger scale drama are co-produced for The Lyric, often with commercial or subsidised partners and many productions tour nationally or transfer to the West End. The Theatre Royal Plymouth provides an exceptional Creative Learning programme with a focus on engaging young and disadvantaged communities. The award-winning theatre production and learning centre, TR2, contains unrivalled set, costume, prop-making and rehearsal facilities.
Reviewed By Archsavy
Whole show was superb. The eloquent timely delivered wit courtesty of Brian Conley was professional theatre at it's all time best. His interaction with young and old could not have been better. His colleagues were also at the top of their game. The eye for detail with the costumes /props and scenery was second to none especially the innovation of the flying horse and carriage. This was the best Pantomine has seen since Jo Pasquale in 2011 and Nigel Havers/Bobby Davro and Lee Mead in 2014. Such a contrast to the poor pantomine productions of the previous two years. Absolutely Amazing.
9. The Barbican
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,686 reviews
Reviewed By alison2home - Plymouth, United Kingdom
Lovely little shops, old historical buildings, lovely pubs and restaurants, great fish and chips, ice cream, boat trips. Look for the Tudor Rose tea rooms up the back street tucked away but a lovely traditional shop serving meals, snacks, creams teas etc with a lovely garden area at the back of the shop. Amazing place
10. Burgh Island
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 296 reviews
Reviewed By holidaycouple904 - Brighton, United Kingdom
No other way to discribe this place! Views to die for sea so blue you could be it the Caribbean and the brilliant Pilchard Inn which is now open to everyone again.
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