Nightlife in Exeter
Exeter is a city on a slope, with the quayside at the bottom and the cathedral near the middle. An evening here is easier if you know which way is downhill.
Mind the slope
Exeter's streets fall towards the river, so a walk out to the quayside is easy and the walk back is not. Plan for that at the end of the night, especially in the wrong shoes. Taxis are the better answer when you are tired.
Exeter's streets fall towards the river, so a walk out to the quayside is easy and the walk back is not.
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Two stations, two approaches
Exeter St Davids is the larger station, set up on a rise above the centre. Exeter Central is closer to the main shopping streets. Which one suits you depends on where you are heading, so check the last service from each before you commit to a late finish.
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Somewhere to book a room or a table for the evening, in Exeter itself.
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Gandy Street, Fore Street and Princesshay
Gandy Street is a short, narrow lane of small independent places in the heart of the centre. Fore Street slopes down to the river and carries a mix of shops and pubs. Princesshay is the modern shopping area, with places to eat nearby. Together they make a good loop for an unhurried evening.
Gandy Street is a short, narrow lane of small independent places in the heart of the centre.
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Cathedral Green and the Quay
Cathedral Green is an open lawn beside the cathedral and is popular on dry evenings. The Quay, further down beside the River Exe, has a relaxed, outdoor feel in good weather and plenty of places to sit. Both are quieter late on, so do not linger there alone after dark.
Cathedral Green is an open lawn beside the cathedral and is popular on dry evenings.
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Planning your return
Reserve a licensed taxi beforehand, see that the driver shows a badge and the car a plate, and keep a friend in the picture. Our listings and members are strictly adults, aged 18 and above. If an arrangement fixes your time, leave a margin for the hills and a slow queue.
Reserve a licensed taxi beforehand, see that the driver shows a badge and the car a plate, and keep a friend in the picture.
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Exeter areas worth knowing
- Gandy StreetA narrow lane of small independent places
- Fore StreetShops and pubs running towards the river
- PrincesshayThe modern shopping area, with eating places nearby
- Cathedral GreenAn open lawn for dry evenings
- The QuayBy the River Exe, relaxed in good weather
Frequently asked questions
Exeter Central is nearer the main shopping streets, while Exeter St Davids is further out and uphill from the centre.
It is pleasant in good weather but quiet late on, so leave by the busier streets or a booked taxi.
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