What to do in Dartmouth

Activities, attractions and tours

Dartmouth
Dartmouth
Dartmouth
Dartmouth
Dartmouth

Dartmouth Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Dartmouth has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

Dartmouth is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Dartmouth to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

Dartmouth Attractions

Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Dartmouth.

Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Dartmouth attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.

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What to do in Dartmouth

Discover the most popular places to visit in Dartmouth

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Blackpool Sands might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Dartmouth. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its bars.

Blackpool Sands
Royal Naval College

Royal Naval College

Walk around the campus at Royal Naval College as part of your travels around Dartmouth. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Royal Naval College
Dartmouth Castle

Dartmouth Castle

After visiting Dartmouth Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Dartmouth. Stroll along the area's seaside, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

Dartmouth Castle

Visit Dartmouth

After visiting Visit Dartmouth, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Dartmouth. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its bars.

Visit Dartmouth

Dartmouth Golf and Country Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Dartmouth at Dartmouth Golf and Country Club. Stroll along the area's seaside, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

Dartmouth Golf and Country Club

Historic Dartmouth

Find out about the history of Dartmouth when you spend time at Historic Dartmouth. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Historic Dartmouth

Coleton Fishacre

You can find out about the history of Dartmouth with a trip to Coleton Fishacre. Stroll along the waterfront in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Coleton Fishacre

Strete Gate Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Strete Gate Beach during your trip to Dartmouth? Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its bars.

Strete Gate Beach

Sugary Cove Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sugary Cove Beach during your trip to Dartmouth? Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its bars.

Sugary Cove Beach

 

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Day trip destinations from Dartmouth

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

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Slapton

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Stoke Gabriel

Photo by Gina Lamb

Stoke Fleming

Frequently asked questions

Is Dartmouth worth visiting?
Renowned for its watersports and walking trails, discovering cool things to do in Dartmouth is a breeze. Make sure to add Paignton Beach to your trip itinerary when here.
How do I spend a day in Dartmouth?
Once you've checked off popular attractions like Paignton Beach and Paignton Zoo, spend the rest of your day experiencing Dartmouth's shopping and food scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Dartmouth?
The top tourist attraction in Dartmouth is Paignton Beach, so be sure to include it on your sightseeing list.
Is three days enough to stay in Dartmouth?
Three days in Dartmouth is plenty of time to visit the city's leading attractions. Many guests book for three days on average. Paignton Beach, Paignton Zoo and Slapton Sands are among the top-rated sights. Like to see more? Hang around a while longer to explore nearby hotspots like Exeter.
Is Dartmouth a walkable city?
With popular attractions like Dartmouth Castle nearby, Dartmouth is every bit a place to see on foot. Like to visit some hip neighbourhoods a walkable distance from the city centre? Dittisham is about 3 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Dartmouth with kids?
If you are after sights and tours for all of your group, we've got some awesome ideas for what to do in Dartmouth with kids.

What to do in Dartmouth for adults?
Whether you're a culture enthusiast, food lover or adventure seeker, there are loads of things to do in Dartmouth for adults including Sharpham Wine & Cheese and Devonshire Collection of Period Costumes.
Are there free things to do in Dartmouth?
One of the simplest ways to learn about free things to do in Dartmouth is to speak with a local tour guide. You'll get insider advice on exciting neighbourhoods, parks and other highlights you can experience without opening your wallet. Paignton Beach is one sight that doesn't charge an admission fee.