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Most of Exeter's visitor attractions are completely free, so it is the perfect destination for a city break on a budget. As well as the visitor attractions, the city is surrounded by green space and is within easy reach of the coast, so there are plenty of opportunities for the traditional free activities, such as walking and cycling - visit our activities pages for more active suggestions.
Below are our top 5 free visitor attractions in Exeter - click on the link for each attraction to find out more...
1. Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery
Experience the splendour of the original Victorian spaces, see newly-revealed architectural features and discover new spaces. Enter from Rougemont Gardens and enjoy panoramic views of the city from the Roman Wall.
Bee Bags for young children contain toys and activities to help guide a themed visit around RAMM for young children with their parents/carers.
There are 12 Bee Bags, each with a unique character. They have particular interests and may be inspired by different objects in the galleries Bee Bags are free to use, just ask for one at reception.
2. Exeter's Red Coat Guided Tours
These free guided tours run daily throughout the year (except 25 & 26 December), and are the perfect way to discover Exeter's hidden secrets and architectural treasures.
3. Custom House Visitor Centre
Lively displays, illustrations and artefacts bringing to life the history and development of Exeter's historic quayside. You can also watch a short film of 2,000 years of history.
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4. Self-Guided Heritage Trails
Explore Exeter's City Wall Trail, discover the history and importance of the woollen cloth trade to Exeter on the Woollen Trail, and visit medieval site of interest on the Medieval Trail. Free trail leaflets are available from Exeter Visitor Information & Tickets or the Custom House Visitor Centre.
5. Exeter Guildhall
A 800 year-old centerpiece of Exeter’s Civic life, which is still in use today. A structure of outstanding architectural interest, it is not merely an ancient monument but remains a busy working building.
See the list below for more free attractions in Exeter.
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Teignmouth
A long sandy beach from the mouth of the River Teign east towards Dawlish. Free summer entertainment, with the added attraction of the Victorian Pier and a state-of-the-art childern's play area.
Exmouth
The Maer Local Nature Reserve is an area of sand dunes, which before the construction of the road along the sea front, would have been a landward extension of the bigger dunes on the beach. It is well used by locals and wildlife alike, however much…
Exeter
The Institution occupies historic premises at the heart of Exeter in the Cathedral Close. Adapted from what was once a house belonging to the Courtenay family, the library of the Institution is housed in two elegant Georgian rooms which provide…
Newton Abbot
This 4 hectare lake supports a wealth of water birds and an excellent assemblage of dragonflies and damselflies; 19 species have been recorded here including rarities.
Sidmouth
The coast between Sidmouth and Beer reflects the unique ‘walk through time’ that can be experienced along the length of the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site, of which this is a part.
Exeter
Little Exeter will open at the beginning of March as a play space for under 7s in Exeter city centre. The space is divided up into 12 individual play spaces where children can immerse themselves in role play and discovery. From a boat in the…
Exeter
This walk is on the Exe Valley Way in Exeter, linking it to the skyline overlooking the city. It is entirely on surfaced lanes & paths.
Exeter
If you want to escape the hustle and bustle of Exeter city centre then this is a great place to come and walk your dog and explore the woods following the two way-marked trails.
South West Coast Path National Trail is 630 miles long, from Minehead in Somerset to Poole Harbour in Dorset.
Seaton
Holyford Woods Local Nature Reserve is a beautiful woodland, nestled in a picturesque valley near Seaton.
The Old Library, Exeter
There are numerous sculptures situated in this unique setting both in the open and in university buildings. The walk includes sculptures by Dame Barbara Hepworth, Peter Randall-Page and Paul Mount together with other renowned artists.
Everything you need for a great day out in Devon is here. Lotstodo.co.uk is the website of the Devon Association of Tourist Attractions (DATA), an organisation that represents the top attractions in Devon.
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Popular family park with a wide range of recreational facilities including paddling pools, six tennis courts, basketball court, skate park, bmx track, bowling green and kick about area.
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The Exeter Green Circle is a 12 mile walking route which takes you around Exeter. It caters for those of all walking abilities.
Various locations in Exeter
There are a number of gardens in Exeter including Belle Isle Park, Belmont Park, Bull Meadow, Bury Meadow, Heavitree Pleasure Ground, Northernhay Gardens, Princes Garden, Rougemont Gardens, Southernhay Gardens, St Bartholomew's Cemetery, St Thomas P
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Running 155km from Exmouth in Devon to Studland in Dorset is the Dorset and East Devon Coast World Heritage Site, selected by UNESCO because of its outstanding earth science interest.
Newton Poppleford
A pleasant walk starting from Newton Poppleford through quiet countryside with good views over the valley of the River Otter.
Exeter
The site of Northernhay Gardens was quarried in Roman times for stone from which to build the adjacent city walls.
Gandy Street, Exeter
Double Elephant Print Workshop is an open-access community-based printmaking studio available to anyone, professional printmakers, artists and beginners alike.
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The Guildhall has served as the centrepiece of Exeter's civic life for more than 800 years.
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In the period from 1748 to 1854 more than 1520 Dissenters - Protestants who dissented from the strictures of the Anglican Church - were buried in this small plot on the outskirts of the walled city of Exeter.
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