James’s guidebook
Sightseeing
Hopes Nose
A beautiful place for fishing and hiking!
There are plenty of different walks you can take along the South Devon Coastal Path. This is a wonderful way to see beautiful views of the English Riviera :)
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South West Coast Path
South West Coast PathThere are plenty of different walks you can take along the South Devon Coastal Path. This is a wonderful way to see beautiful views of the English Riviera :)
These prehistoric caves are a must see!
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Kents Cavern Prehistoric Caves
91 Ilsham RdThese prehistoric caves are a must see!
Family Fun
China Blue, in Totnes, isn't too far from Torquay and is a great place to spend an afternoon painting your own ceramic :)
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China Blue
Station RoadChina Blue, in Totnes, isn't too far from Torquay and is a great place to spend an afternoon painting your own ceramic :)
A great place for kids, this local attraction is unique and lots of fun!
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Villaggio in Miniatura di Babbacombe
Hampton AvenueA great place for kids, this local attraction is unique and lots of fun!
Dawlish Warren is a fun place to visit with the family! Go karting, mini gold, amusement and rides, nice restaurants. 30 minute drive from Torquay.
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Dawlish Warren
Warren RoadDawlish Warren is a fun place to visit with the family! Go karting, mini gold, amusement and rides, nice restaurants. 30 minute drive from Torquay.
Day Trips
Brixham is a gorgeous fishing town with amazing seafood. Take the ferry from Torquay (around £3 per adult) to get here.
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Brixham
Brixham is a gorgeous fishing town with amazing seafood. Take the ferry from Torquay (around £3 per adult) to get here.
Beautiful seaside town, not too far from Torquay, definitely worth a visit!
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Dartmouth
Beautiful seaside town, not too far from Torquay, definitely worth a visit!
A lovely roman city with great shopping and museums. About 35-40 minute drive from Torquay.
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Exeter
A lovely roman city with great shopping and museums. About 35-40 minute drive from Torquay.
A really nice day trip, dog friendly (£2 for a dog's ticket). Starting from Paignton and ending in Dartmouth, this trip is scenic and a great activity for the family!
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Dartmouth Steam Railway & River Boat Company
The SquareA really nice day trip, dog friendly (£2 for a dog's ticket). Starting from Paignton and ending in Dartmouth, this trip is scenic and a great activity for the family!
Things To Do
Wesup Paddleboarding
Vaughan RoadIf you're looking to go paddle boarding, check out Wesup Torquay.
Cockington is a nearby picturesque village with lots of artisans, independent shops, and restaurants. Cockington Country Park is also a lovely place for walks/bike rides.
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Cockington Village
Cockington is a nearby picturesque village with lots of artisans, independent shops, and restaurants. Cockington Country Park is also a lovely place for walks/bike rides.
Sea Kayak Torbay
Oddicombe Beach HillIf you'd like to rent a kayak, Sea Kayak Torbay is the place for you!
The Gin Nest
Woodland RoadMake your own gin at this local gin distillery!
Cycling around Torquay is lots of fun and a wonderful way to explore the English Riviera. You can hire a bicycle at Torbay Cycle Hire.
Torbay Cycle Hire
23 Conway RoadCycling around Torquay is lots of fun and a wonderful way to explore the English Riviera. You can hire a bicycle at Torbay Cycle Hire.
Princess Pier
Princess PierPrincess Pier is a great place for fishing!
Nearby bowling alley - 5 minute walk from Harbour Cottage.
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AMF Bowling Torquay
Torwood StreetNearby bowling alley - 5 minute walk from Harbour Cottage.
Takeaways & Cheap Eats
Saltwater Fish & Chips
2 Victoria ParadeBest fish & chips in town. Less than 1 minute walk from Harbour Cottage!
Yum Sing
Old Torwood RoadOur favourite Chinese food in Torquay. 3 minute drive from Harbour Cottage.
Mahabharat Balti House
52 Torwood StVery tasty Indian food. 3 minute walk from Harbour Cottage.
Late night greasy food, delicious fried chicken & dirty fries! 2 minute walk from Harbour Cottage
Chicken Land
5 Torwood StreetLate night greasy food, delicious fried chicken & dirty fries! 2 minute walk from Harbour Cottage
Just down the road from Harbour Cottage, convenient option if you're looking for a quick and easy lunch to bring to the beach.
Subway
Just down the road from Harbour Cottage, convenient option if you're looking for a quick and easy lunch to bring to the beach.
Pubs & Bars
Jame's favourite bar! Live music, pool table, good beer. 2 minute walk from Harbour Cottage.
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Apple and Parrot
17 StrandJame's favourite bar! Live music, pool table, good beer. 2 minute walk from Harbour Cottage.
Great cocktails, lovely outdoor seating, fun scene. 2 minute walk from Harbour Cottage.
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Soho Cocktail Bar
1 Palk StGreat cocktails, lovely outdoor seating, fun scene. 2 minute walk from Harbour Cottage.
Seasonal food. Tasty cocktails. Great views. 3 minute walk from Harbour Cottage.
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Twenty1
21 Victoria ParadeSeasonal food. Tasty cocktails. Great views. 3 minute walk from Harbour Cottage.
British pub chain, cheap and cheerful. Come here for live sports! 2 minute walk from Harbour Cottage.
Yates Torquay
15-16 StrandBritish pub chain, cheap and cheerful. Come here for live sports! 2 minute walk from Harbour Cottage.
Your backyard pub - The Hole in the Wall is one of Torquay's oldest pubs and is a local favourite. Located 30 seconds (or less!) from Harbour Cottage.
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Hole in the wall pub Torquay
6 Park LnYour backyard pub - The Hole in the Wall is one of Torquay's oldest pubs and is a local favourite. Located 30 seconds (or less!) from Harbour Cottage.
A funky bar/restaurant that has all sorts of different games (ping pong, shuffle board, an arcade, axe throwing, street golf, darts, pool, etc!) - only 3 minutes from the Cottage
Viva
A funky bar/restaurant that has all sorts of different games (ping pong, shuffle board, an arcade, axe throwing, street golf, darts, pool, etc!) - only 3 minutes from the Cottage
Upscale Dining
Iconic luxury spot to dine in Torquay. 7 minute drive from Harbour Cottage.
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Cary Arms Restaurant
Babbacombe BeachIconic luxury spot to dine in Torquay. 7 minute drive from Harbour Cottage.
À La Carte, fine dining. Very popular. 2 minute walk from Harbour Cottage.
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The Orange Tree Restaurant
14-16 Parkhill RdÀ La Carte, fine dining. Very popular. 2 minute walk from Harbour Cottage.
Michelin star, delicious food, beautiful harbour views. 5 minute walk from Harbour Cottage.
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The Elephant Restaurant
3&4 Beacon HillMichelin star, delicious food, beautiful harbour views. 5 minute walk from Harbour Cottage.