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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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Exeter
Set in a stunning location overlooking beautiful Devon countryside, Exeter Racecourse prides itself as being one of the UK’s most progressive tracks, with excellent facilities and transport links.
Sidmouth
With adventures for all the family, make memories that last a lifetime at The Donkey Sanctuary. Meet hundreds of friendly rescue donkeys for FREE and discover so much more besides.
Prince of Wales Road, Exeter
A museum dedicated to the audience's experience of the moving image. Explore the visual culture from magic lanterns to Marilyn Monroe.
Exeter
Medieval cathedral. Fine example of Gothic Decorated style. Longest unbroken stretch of Gothic vaulting in the world. Image screen on West Front, Minstrels' Gallery and tombs. Expert guided tours, trails and activities for the family
Exeter
Voted Devon's best family attraction, don't miss the fun and excitement of Devon's Great Adventure Park!
Exeter
Exeter’s Royal Albert Memorial Museum reopened after a multi-million pound refurbishment with the galleries & facilities of a modern museum.
Exeter
A visit to Powderham Castle is an enchanting day out for all its visitors. Fascinating guided tours of this magnificent 600year old Castle.
Exeter
Join, visit or play. Whether you live locally in Exeter or are visiting the region, Exeter Golf and Country Club offers a premier leisure experience for members and guests. From golf, tennis, squash, gym and swimming in the indoor and outdoor pools,...
Exeter
Bernaville Nurseries is a large independent garden centre with a wide selection of quality plants, indoor and outdoor furniture, a comprehensive pet centre, gifts & interior decorations, a clothing department, restaurant & café and a huge seasonal...
Historic manor house, gardens and coach house tea rooms in lovely setting with stunning countryside views. Guided tours of the house showing the 750 year family history and museum. The rooms you see date from different periods in history.
Exeter
Home of BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend 2016, this year Powderham sees an amazing line-up of high profile music events from July to September 2017
Exeter
Come and learn to cook the food of your dreams in our converted 1830s warehouse on Exeter's historic quayside.
Dawlish Warren
Dawlish Warren's most valuable ecological asset appears outside of the summer months - the descent of thousands of wildfowl and wading birds who use the mudflats to feed.
Newton Poppleford
A pleasant walk starting from Newton Poppleford through quiet countryside with good views over the valley of the River Otter.
Newton Abbot
Decoy Country Park provides an opportunity to enjoy exciting wildlife and beautiful countryside. Decoy was once a clay quarry but now supports a wealth of wildlife, with the main habitats found here.
Tiverton
In its heyday (1500-1750), Tiverton was famous for the manufacture of woollen cloth. Thousands found work and merchants grew rich. The Merchants Trail can be followed around the town of today.
Exeter
Brewery tours are available for pre-booked groups of 15 - 50 people, or visit the tap-room bar for a selection of our award-winning ales, and full bar facilities, with wines, ciders and spirits available.
We also offer a selection of award...
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
Exeter
Exeter is fast becoming a top destination for cocktail connoisseurs, with some fantastic independent cocktail bars offering some of the best cocktails you will find anywhere.
Honiton
4x4 off-road driving instruction in Land Rovers on a site with full facilities, along with archery & clay pigeon shooting by arrangement.
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