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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
Exeter’s oldest building, the original priory was turned into Tudor home and is now a performance and community venue. Come and experience 900 years of Exeter’s history and join us in discovering the secrets of our wonderful building.
Exeter
Exeter Library is the largest Library in Devon and is looked after by the charity Libraries Unlimited. We believe in the unlimited potential of library services across the UK to make a positive difference to people's lives and communities through a…
Exeter
Regarded as “the cultural heartbeat of the South West”, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra perform over 140 concerts each year, serving their home territory of over 10,000 square miles with full symphonic concerts in Poole, Bournemouth, Exeter, Bristol,…
Exeter
Immerse yourself in over 600 years of history at Powderham, the family home of The Earl of Devon. Enjoy the flexibility of our UNLIMITED seven-day free return on all full-priced tickets, ensuring you make the most of your visit.
Paignton
Splashdown Quaywest is the wettest, wildest attraction on the English Riviera. Great fun water slides, some laugh out loud fun and some will have you screaming. Swimming pool area and plenty of space for enjoying the sun and, of course, the…
Great Torrington
Discover 65 acres of magical gardens nestled between Dartmoor and Exmoor. Find an extensive range of plants and gifts in our garden centre. Stunning gardens set in glorious landscapes make a gorgeous day out for all. With plenty to do from family…
Kennford, Exeter
Go Ape is the UK’s Treetop Adventure and Treetop Challenge courses. Ziplines, Obstacles and Tarzan swings.
Exeter
A board game bar & restaurant, with over 300 games to play while sitting in cosy seating, with a delicious range of food & drink to enjoy.
Seaton
For a great day out in Devon, visit Seaton Tramway a attraction featuring a narrow gauge electric tramway running 3 miles from Seaton to Colyton via Colyford.
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…
Seaton
Overlooking Lyme Bay and surrounded by beautiful countryside, Seaton Beach is a large pebble beach stetchching over a mile long. Gently sloping, the beach is an ideal spot for swimming or water sports - and there kayaks or Stand up Paddleboards can…
Yelverton
Dartmoor National Park is one of the last great wildernesses in the UK with an inspirational landscape of heatherclad moors and rugged tors.
Cullompton
The Blackdown Hills form a tranquil, beautiful, and relatively isolated landscape on the Devon and Somerset border.
Exeter
A haven for birdwatchers or just nature lovers, spend a day investigating the delights of the River Exe.
Exeter
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.
Budleigh Salterton beach is a long pebble beach extending for 2.5 miles along the Jurassic Coast, from Littleham Cove to the west, to Otterhead in the east, where the River Otter meets the sea. Bathing is safe and the water clear, families can relax…
Exeter
A superb self-guided tour. Pick up a free leaflet from Exeter Visitor Information & Tickets & discover the history of Exeter's City Wall.
Newton Poppleford / Budleigh Salterton
Distance: 6 miles
Difficulty: Easy
Start/End point: Newton Poppleford/Budleigh Salterton
This walk links the East Devon Way and the South West Coast Path, through the valley of the River Otter. It is a one-way walk although there are convenient
Exeter
BOOM BATTLE BAR, the UK’s first and only Battle Bar, the spirit of competitive play takes you away from the dullness of the ordinary day and immerses you in a fully interactive gaming experience. With a wide variety of epic games like Augmented…
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
Found within the Devonshire Complex on the campus, the Great Hall is a great venue for dance, exhibitions, classical concerts & events.
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