Explore England’s highest cliff-top promenade—Babbacombe Downs—with sweeping views over Lyme Bay, often stretching as far as Dorset’s Portland Bill on clear days. This Green Flag-awarded space offers scenic walking routes, picnic spots, and cafés to soak in the vistas.
Take a ride on this funicular railway (dating back to 1926) that links Babbacombe Downs to Oddicombe Beach. It’s a charming, accessible way to enjoy the cliffside scenery, and there’s a café at the top plus amenities at the bottom.
This sheltered, shingle-and-red-cliff beach is renowned for its pristine waters—having held a Blue Flag award consistently since 1987. You can hire deckchairs, kayaks, pedalos, and even trampolines. A café, beach hut, and small shop complete the offering.
Step into a delightful miniature world set across 4 acres of award-winning gardens. Featuring over 400 meticulous models, a 300-meter model railway, 13,000 tiny residents, and plenty of humour—including a fire-breathing dragon—this is enjoyable for both kids and adults (allow 2–3 hours for your visit).
Catch a live performance—musicals, comedy, variety acts—at this historic theatre, open since 1939 and built on a former bandstand site. Shows vary by season, so it’s worth checking ahead and booking in advance.
One of the UK’s oldest and most significant prehistoric cave systems, Kents Cavern offers guided tours into Stone Age labyrinths. It’s a fascinating and educational choice for families or history buffs.
Additionally, Torquay Museum, located nearby, showcases natural history, local heritage (including an Agatha Christie gallery), and artifacts from Kents Cavern itself. It’s an excellent indoor option.
Babbacombe serves as a gateway to the South West Coast Path, where you can follow seaside trails toward Brixham or beyond, discovering hidden coves, historic landmarks, and tranquil coastal views.
Also nearby, Berry Head Nature Reserve offers sweeping panoramas, rich wildlife, and peaceful walking routes—perfect for a nature fix.
Bygones Museum – A nostalgic treasure trove of bygone life—an ideal half-day outing.
