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14 attractions, landmarks and museums worth your time, ranked by traveler reviews.

Berry Head

Berry Head

A dramatic headland nature reserve with towering cliffs, a lighthouse, and remnants of Napoleonic-era fortifications.

Blackpool Sands, Dartmouth

Blackpool Sands, Dartmouth

A stunning shingle beach with clear turquoise water, set against a backdrop of wooded cliffs.

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Britannia Royal Naval College

Britannia Royal Naval College

Historic training home of Royal Navy officers, with striking Victorian architecture overlooking the River Dart.

Coleton Fishacre

Coleton Fishacre

An Arts and Crafts country house with lush gardens and sweeping views of the Devon coast, owned by the National Trust.

Dartmouth Butterwalk

Dartmouth Butterwalk

A row of 17th-century merchants' houses with unique arcaded walkways, showcasing Dartmouth's historic trading heritage.

Dartmouth Castle

Dartmouth Castle

A 14th-century artillery fort guarding the Dart estuary, offering panoramic views and a glimpse into England's coastal defenses.

Dartmouth Museum

Dartmouth Museum

A 17th-century merchant's house turned museum, revealing Dartmouth's seafaring past through eclectic exhibits.

Greenway Estate

Greenway Estate

Agatha Christie's holiday home, now a National Trust property with lush gardens and stunning river views.

Newcomen Memorial Engine

Newcomen Memorial Engine

A replica of Thomas Newcomen's pioneering steam engine, housed in a small museum dedicated to early industrial innovation.

Paignton Pier

Paignton Pier

A traditional seaside pier with amusements, cafes, and fishing facilities overlooking the beach.

Paignton Zoo

A large zoological garden with over 2,000 animals set in 80 acres of beautiful parkland.

Slapton Ley

Slapton Ley

A freshwater lake and nature reserve surrounded by woodland, renowned for birdwatching and tranquil walks.

St Saviour's Church, Dartmouth

St Saviour's Church, Dartmouth

A medieval parish church in Dartmouth with a magnificent rood screen and strong ties to the town's maritime history.

Bayard's Cove Fort

Bayard's Cove Fort

A well-preserved Tudor artillery fort guarding Dartmouth Harbour, now a peaceful scheduled monument with river views.