Attractions in Torquay
Paignton Zoo
Totnes Road
Paignton
Devon
TQ4 7EU
Telephone -
0844 474 2222
Paignton Zoo is home to thousands of amazing animals and plants. Visit the desert, cross the savannah, explore the forest and trek through the tropics. Voted the Best Visitor Attraction in the South West Tourism Excellence Awards.
Plymouth National Marine Aquarium
Rope Walk
Coxside
Plymouth
Devon
PL4 0LF
Telephone -
0844 893 7938
The aquarium experience comprises of a total of 50 live exhibits including 3 massive tanks. Over 4000 animals from 400 species are displayed in realistic habitats from local shorelines to coral reefs. In addition, the technological zone, Exploreocean focuses on ocean exploration and sustainability through innovative, interactive exhibits.
Kents Cavern (Torquay)
Ilsham Road
Torquay
Devon
TQ1 2JF
Telephone -
01803 215136
Open 10am daily. All visits into the cave are guided and tours run regularly throughout the day from 10.30 to 4.00pm. Kents Cavern is one of the most ancient sites in Great Britain. Discovered in the last century, come and see where wild animals and later man's ancient ancestors lived and died.
Model Village (Babbacombe)
Hampton Avenue
Babbacombe
Devon
TQ1 3LA
Telephone -
01803 315315
Babbacombe Model Village is an outstanding attraction and one that has kept children (and adults) enthralled for hours. Minute detail and an extensive attraction make this one of the best model villages you will ever see!
Living Coasts (Torquay)
Beacon Quay
Torquay
Devon
TQ1 2BG
Telephone -
01803 202470
Living Coasts features a range of fascinating coastal creatures from loud and lovable penguins to playful fur seals, colourful puffins to waders and sea ducks. You will find these and more at Living Coasts.
Auks
These are cliff nesting, colonial birds such as puffins, which feed under water using wing-propelled diving. They can be seen though underwater viewing areas and have an artificial cliff. The underwater view is the first thing the visitor sees but the above water view is just as interesting especially when the artificial waves comes in!
Waders 
Avocets, redshanks and ruff coexist amicably; These attractive birds are active and behaviourally interesting. An artificial beach, wave and tide machine together with grassy area makes a pleasant contrast to the rocky, auk exhibit.
Penguins 
These are an important group of birds for 'Living Coasts' and holds large flocks of two species. The African penguin (Spheniscus demersus) is less active and are stand statue like. The Gentoo penguins (Pygoscelis papua) from the Antarctic make better use of deep water and are excellent for visitor viewing of birds underwater, as well as having completely different nesting behaviour from African penguins.
Sea Ducks
A number of eider (Somateria spp) and scoter (Melanitta spp) species, along with long-tailed ducks (Clangula hyemalis) are very attractive and will thrive in a cold, marine environment. Underwater viewing is also possible as most species feed on the seabed.
Gulls and Terns
The exhibit contains free-flying species of gulls and terns. The species are distinctively different from the herring gulls that already live in Torquay! We are sure they would like to get in however, as the birds seem so content below the netting.
The exhibition has a strong educational theme and an exhibit of black rats (Rattus rattus) is at the centre of Living Coasts.The damage that rats have done to seabird colonies on islands throughout the world is substantial. Additionally there is extensive space allocated as an educational play area, allowing visitors to explore marine coastal conservation issues in an entertaining and informative way.
South Amercan Fur Seals
The South American fur seals, will of course steal the show for most children and probably adults! Clearly enjoying the company and attentions of humans, these lovable creatures can be seen swimming swiftly below the surface, playing in the clear waters and enjoying the Torquay sunshine on the exposed rocks. They also hunt penguins; fortunately the penguins are kept in a separate area of Living Coasts!!
Paignton is a coastal town in Devon which is traditionally known as a family holiday resort because of its beaches and friendly atmosphere.
Paignton offers a compressive selection of shops, amusements & attractions to suit most people.
Paignton beaches are without doubt the best in the bay. Click for more about Paignton
Brixham is at the southern end of Torbay & is primarily a large fishing port that is still active today.
One of Brixhams most popular tourist attractions is the replica of Sir Francis Drake's ship the Golden Hind that is moored in the harbuor.
Theres plenty of parking for visitors here and great views to enjoy. Click for more about Brixham