Things to Do in Plymouth
Plymouth is a waterfront city with a working harbour, a wide sound and open moorland close behind it. This guide covers what a visitor can fit into a day or an evening.
The Barbican and the harbour
The Barbican is the old harbourside quarter, with cobbled lanes, small galleries and a quay where boats come and go. It is the most atmospheric place to begin, and it is calmer before the lunchtime crowd arrives. Cafes and small shops open onto the quay, and you can watch the boats while you decide where to go next.
The Barbican is the old harbourside quarter, with cobbled lanes, small galleries and a quay where boats come and go.
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A promenade above the Sound
Above the water, a broad grassy promenade gives long views across Plymouth Sound towards the open sea. Benches are plentiful and the paths are wide, so it suits an unhurried walk in nearly any season. Only the stormiest days make it unpleasant.
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Stonehouse and the old naval buildings
Stonehouse lies on the water to the west of the middle, with a quieter feel and older naval buildings that now have new uses. It is a good area for a walk with the water on one side and some history on the other. There is less foot traffic than around the harbour, so conversation is easy.
Stonehouse lies on the water to the west of the middle, with a quieter feel and older naval buildings that now have new uses.
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Small boats and the Tamar
Passenger boats cross the water to the shores nearby, and a railway bridge carries trains over the Tamar into Cornwall. A short crossing is an easy way to see the shoreline from the water without committing to a whole day. Services slow down in winter, so check the sailing times with the operator.
Passenger boats cross the water to the shores nearby, and a railway bridge carries trains over the Tamar into Cornwall.
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Dartmoor on the doorstep
The edge of Dartmoor lies a short journey north of the city. Buses and cars reach moorland villages, rivers and open walking. Weather can turn quickly up there, so wear layers and strong shoes. It is wise to tell someone your plan and to carry a charged phone if you go beyond the villages.
The edge of Dartmoor lies a short journey north of the city.
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Wet weather and getting about
Museums, galleries and covered shopping are the sensible choices in a downpour. The station is north of the harbour, a bus or short taxi ride from the waterfront, and the centre between the two can be crossed on foot. Plan any longer walks for the dry part of the day, as the sea side of the city is exposed.
Museums, galleries and covered shopping are the sensible choices in a downpour.
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For adult visitors
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Plymouth waterfront areas
- The BarbicanCobbled harbourside lanes and a working quay
- StonehouseA quieter waterfront district west of the centre
- Plymouth SoundWide open water, best seen from the promenade
- DartmoorOpen moorland north of the city
Frequently asked questions
Walk the Barbican in the morning, follow the promenade over the Sound in the afternoon, and leave the evening free for a meal near the water.
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