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Exeter Cathedral featuring heritage architecture and a church or cathedral
Exeter Cathedral featuring heritage architecture and a church or cathedral
Exeter Cathedral featuring interior views
Exeter\'s Underground Passages showing interior views and heritage elements
Exeter Cathedral showing interior views, chateau or palace and heritage architecture
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Half day Guided Dartmoor Tour

Half day Guided Dartmoor Tour

Activity duration is 4 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥12,719 per traveler
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Beer Tasting and Pub Crawl in Historic Clerkenwell

Beer Tasting and Pub Crawl in Historic Clerkenwell

Activity duration is 2 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥15,898 per adult
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Torquay: Wildlife, Bushcraft and Sea Cave Kayak Safari

Torquay: Wildlife, Bushcraft and Sea Cave Kayak Safari

Activity duration is 3 hours
9.0 out of 10 with 18 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥11,659 per adult
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Wooden Duck Painting or Pottery Painting-Take item home same day

Wooden Duck Painting or Pottery Painting-Take item home same day

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
8.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥1,060 per adult
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What to do in Exeter

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Powderham Castle featuring interior views and chateau or palace

Powderham Castle

Explore nature trails, watch the birds of prey displays and go on a deer safari at this manor house that combines a medieval military exterior with opulent Victorian furnishings.

Powderham Castle
Exeter Cathedral featuring heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

Exeter Cathedral

Visit this ancient and beautiful cathedral to attend a service or just admire the wonderful architecture.

Exeter Cathedral
In the 2nd century the Romans built a sturdy wall around Exeter, which lasted for centuries. However in the 4th century Roman civilization began to decline. The populations of the towns fell. The last Roman soldiers left Britain in 407 AD and the Roman way of life slowly disappeared. People drifted away from the towns to the countryside and returned to a simpler way of life.

Exeter's Historic Quayside

Find out about the history of Exeter when you spend time at Exeter's Historic Quayside. Check out the stunning cathedral and lively bars in this quaint area.

Exeter's Historic Quayside
The floor of a hut was rather interesting.

National Trust Killerton

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at National Trust Killerton in Broad Clyst. Check out the stunning cathedral and charming coffeehouses in this relaxing area.

National Trust Killerton
Royal Albert Museum and Gallery featuring interior views

Royal Albert Museum and Art Gallery

Housed in a Gothic revival building in the heart of Exeter, this award-winning museum showcases a range of displays from around the world.

Royal Albert Museum and Art Gallery
Exeter featuring heritage elements

Exeter's Underground Passages

Rummage through old pipe corridors that once carried water past the city ramparts. Hear stories about the site’s cholera epidemics and use as an air raid shelter.

Exeter's Underground Passages

University of Exeter

Explore the campus of University of Exeter, during your trip to Exeter. Check out the stunning cathedral and lively bars in this quaint area.

University of Exeter

Sandy Park Rugby Stadium

Catch an event at Sandy Park Rugby Stadium during your trip to Exeter. Check out the stunning cathedral and lively bars in this relaxing area.

Sandy Park Rugby Stadium

Crealy Great Adventure Park

Enjoy the thrill rides with your kiddos at Crealy Great Adventure Park during your visit to Farringdon. Check out the stunning cathedral and lively bars in this walkable area.

Crealy Great Adventure Park

Popular day trips from Exeter

Misty Evening

Moretonhampstead

Exmouth featuring a sandy beach, general coastal views and a coastal town

Exmouth

Awesome colours, easy to find

Newton Abbot

Okehampton Camp on dartmoor

Okehampton

Sidmouth

Sidmouth

Cemetery, Tedburn St Mary This attractive cemetery lies in a long thin plot between hedges with fields on either side, running away from the road, and has existed since 1886.

Tedburn St Mary

Rewe: disused railway at Up Exe. The formation of the Exe Valley Railway near Up Exe Mill. The long disused embankment runs south west to a vanished crossing of the river Exe
Photo by Martin Bodman (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)

Thorverton

Powderham Castle which includes interior views, a castle and art

Kenton

Frequently asked questions

Is Exeter worth visiting?
Offering a blend of adventure sports and walking trails, there's no shortage of things to do in Exeter. When you're here, check out Exeter Cathedral, a major attraction in the area.
How do I spend a day in Exeter?
When you've checked off top attractions like Exmouth Beach and Crealy Great Adventure Park, spend the rest of your day experiencing the retail and food options in Exeter.
What is the top tourist attraction in Exeter?
Don't leave without exploring Exeter Cathedral, rated the top tourist attraction in Exeter.
Is three days enough to stay in Exeter?
You can easily enjoy popular sights like Exeter Cathedral, Crealy Great Adventure Park and National Trust Killerton with a three-day getaway in Exeter. On average, most travelers plan two days here. There's plenty to see and do nearby too, so stay a while longer and head to Torquay.
Is Exeter a walkable city?
With attractions like Exeter Cathedral nearby, Exeter is every bit a destination to explore on foot. Want to discover some exciting neighborhoods a walkable distance from the city center? Marsh Barton is around 2 kilometers away.
What are some activities to do in Exeter with kids?
Planning what to do in Exeter with kids is easier than ever. Whether you're getting away with teenagers or toddlers, there's no shortage of family-friendly attractions to keep them happy here.

What to do in Exeter for adults?
There are lots of things to do in Exeter, with activities for adults of all ages. End the day with a visit to Westpoint Arena or Gandy Street.
Are there free things to do in Exeter?
In Exeter, Exeter Cathedral is an unmissable spot for anyone wanting to tour the city without taking their wallet out. Also, stroll around the local neighborhoods and parks, and ask a local tour guide for tips. It's a simple way to discover the best free things to do in Exeter.