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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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Exmouth
World of Country Life is Devon’s GOLD award winning family day out, whatever the weather!
Exeter
Located in the middle of Exeter Wonfrod offers a 40 station gym, heavy weights room, badminton and group exercise classes.
OTTERY ST. MARY
Let the kids go wild at Wildwood Escot, with amazing animals, a magnificent maze, outdoor adventure play, indoor soft play, terrific traversing walls, heart-stopping drop-slide, a 40 metre zip line, and authentic Saxon village!
Exeter
Westpoint Arena is Exeter's biggest venue for large scale spectacular shows such as ice shows, equestrian events, trade shows and exhibitions. It's also a popular concert venue.
Exeter
Wear Park Spa is a multi-award-winning spa and beauty salon located in the Georgian manor house at Exeter Golf and Country Club. Open to everyone with a discount for members, the single and double treatment rooms enjoy stunning views of the golf…
Exeter
University of Exeter's Tennis centre has numerous opportunities for all ages to get involved in tennis and enjoy the wide ranging benefits.
Exeter
The four lane 25 metre pool is set in a large grass and patio area, heated to a constant 29 degrees centigrade and staffed by qualified lifeguards making it great for relaxing during those warm summer days.
Exeter
Found within the Devonshire Complex on the campus, the Great Hall is a great venue for dance, exhibitions, classical concerts & events.
Streatham Drive, Exeter
The University of Exeter’s Streatham campus is set within 300 acres of botanical gardens. Starting in September 2010 the Event Exeter team have been given the opportunity to offer guests a range of seasonal tours for all groups and sizes.
Exeter
Ancient hall of the still existing Incorporation of Weavers, Fullers and Shearmen, one of the craft guilds of Exeter. With 15thC roof timber and Jacobean panelling this building is a real gem and one of the most important in the city's financial…
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.
Honiton
Thelma Hulbert Gallery (THG) is an award-winning public art gallery which hosts a changing exhibition programme of contemporary art & craft, alongside a permanent collection of artist Thelma Hulbert’s work.
Exeter
A self-guided tour exploring the buildings and history of Exeter's woollen trade.
Tiverton
The West Exe Trail is an historic walk celebrating Tiverton’s lace making and architectural heritage.
Exeter
Located in the heart of the city centre is one of the region's oldest pubs and a favourite watering hole of Charles Dickens - or so we believe. Recently restored to its former glory, The Turks Head is back with a bang and ready to showcase its 700+…
Okehampton
The Tarka Trail is a walking and cycle route between Braunton and Meeth built on old railway lines through Tarka Country in North Devon. It passes through the largely unspoilt countryside as described by Henry Williamson in his classic novel…
The Tarka Line runs for 39 miles (60 minutes) between the city of Exeter and the ancient market town of Barnstaple.
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With regular trains seven days a week, the Riviera Line is great for all kinds of trips, whether its arriving at your holiday destination, shopping, exploring the countryside or connecting to different parts of the county.
Exeter
Relax, unwind and leave the outside world behind. Welcome to The Retreat Spa at Hotel Indigo. Nestled away in the heart of the city, restore your mind, body and soul as you enjoy luxurious hydro pools, a sauna, steam room and treatments.
Exeter
Discover Exeter's medieval past, find out about many of Exeter's surviving gems and the events that helped to shape this period of Exeter's past.
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…
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