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Things to Do in Exeter

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Exeter Cathedral, Royal Albert Memorial Museum and Art Gallery, Walking Tours, Architectural Buildings. For personalized recommendations, try our AI trip-planning product.
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Points of Interest & Landmarks

Underground passages with historical displays and interactive elements. Features informative tours through narrow tunnels with crawling options and insights into medieval engineering.
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Riverside walkway lined with artisan stalls, cozy cafes, and a spread of pubs and restaurants, offering scenic views and a tranquil escape with a historic backdrop.
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Theater known for its comedy shows and family-friendly performances, housed in a spacious venue with a selection of dining options including acclaimed pizzas.
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Historic building near the cathedral, showcasing rich local governance history and impressive architecture. Features historical artifacts and a narrative of royal ties.
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Antique center spanning three floors with a diverse array of vintage items, jewelry, and collectibles. Features a vibrant atmosphere for treasure hunting and leisurely browsing.
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What travelers are saying

  • Ipohboymartin
    Bedfordshire, UK95 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Lovely cathedral but there is am entrance fee. Lots to admire and the guides are well informed. There is a cafe and toilets next door to each other.
    Written November 20, 2024
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  • mike s
    United Kingdom566 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A comprehensive museum catering for all interests. Our family have very different interests but everyone found someting to absorb their time. Very well presented with a useful free guide and very helpful staff. Do donate as it's free to enter and is a treasure.
    Written November 27, 2024
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  • Ipohboymartin
    Bedfordshire, UK95 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Had not heard of these before visiting Exeter. An interesting history with tour although a hard hat is a must. The tour guide was amusing and informative. Well worth the visit.
    Written November 20, 2024
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  • Ipohboymartin
    Bedfordshire, UK95 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Lovely spot by the river Exe. Many superb views, small local arts shops set in arches under the river bank. The custom house us there to be explored and many places to eat and drink. Surprised by the area.
    Written November 20, 2024
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  • Jessica D
    25 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We were the first people in on a wet monday morning and were greeted by a very smiley and friendly Paul who offered to show us around the wonderfully well preserved priory. It was a fantastic tour and only made possible by a fab team of volunteers. The whole thing has zero funding and it's in danger of closing so if you haven't been yet, go!
    Sorry we didn't have any cash but we did donate through the website after! I hope it's still open for people to enjoy for years to come.
    Written September 30, 2024
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  • Lucy P
    Exeter, UK14 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A beautiful couple of hours in a lovely setting. The guys running the tour were both friendly and knowledgeable. Its a fantastic experience and lovely to see local passion around the wines. Excellent value for money and very much recommended
    Written August 25, 2024
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  • Sightseer727690
    3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This museum is well worth a visit when in loverly Topsham, a nice cafe and garden and there is also historical tours of the town.We took the guided tour with Ian who was very nice and was obviously passionate about his home town and its history pointing out things that we would have missed with out his knowledge . Would visit again.
    Walking tours of Exeter also worthwhile.
    Thank you to all the people who give up there time and knowledge guiding visiters.
    Written May 2, 2024
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  • Simon B
    Devon, UK52 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We attended a performance by the Northcott Young Company. Absolutely excellent venue, performance and facilities.
    It would have been a 5/5 review except for one issue: Car Parking. Unless you’re lucky enough to get a space in the small adjacent car park, be prepared for a decent walk.
    Written May 1, 2022
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  • crystaltina
    Bristol, UK6 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    John (a hidden treasure) gave us a fantastic tour. In such a short space of time, we learnt so much.

    This very old building still stands and plays a part of local governance today of the city (700+ years later than when it was rebuilt).

    So impressive! We were so lucky to have had this chance encounter to visit.

    Pay a visit if you are interested in history.
    Written November 4, 2023
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  • Marjorie Fellows
    29 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We went to the Quays last year and did not manage a trip to the antiques centre. We thought it had an eclectic and nice range of antiquities for all budgets.
    Written June 1, 2024
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  • 4mirk9wood
    Devon, UK145 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Always like to walk along Gandy St when visiting Exeter. Very interesting shops and bars. Looks especially good close to Christmas
    Written December 18, 2022
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  • Chrissy B
    4 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We had the pleasure of hiring the Quayside Distillery for our wedding reception - George and the team were the absolute best hosts, so welcoming and accommodating to our unique plans. I cannot recommend this place enough - it's beautiful inside, in a scenic location, the staff are brilliant people, the drinks are expertly crafted and I will forever hold this place dear to my heart for what they did to make our wedding day as special as it was.

    Thank you Quayside Distillery - you are a gem of Exeter!
    Written July 14, 2024
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