Plymouth tourist informationn
Plymouth, a large city, on estuary of Plym and Tamar, with a real history of naval involvement.
The dockyards support Royal Naval vessels and there's always a ship in town!.
Badly bombed in WWII, the city has a new modern shopping centre replacing the previous one, and now the old buildings near the docks are being restored with apartments, art galleries and cafes..
Well worth a visit if you are on holiday or a weekend shopping break.
A University city with theatre and cinemas as well as lots to do and see.
Visit the shops at the Barbican, the Pilgrim Fathers left here for the New World in the Mayflower. Now the whole Barbican area, with it's narrow streets and passages, has been re-deveoped with shops, art galleries, and cafes.
Don't miss the famous statue of Sir Francis Drake on Plymouth Hoe, overlooks Plymouth Sound and Drakes Island.
Seamton's Tower shares the site, its base is old Eddystone Lighthouse which was rebuilt in 1881.
There are bridge and ferry crossings into Cornwall over the Tamar, Brunel railway bridge, the Royal Albert Bridge, completed 1859, and a modern road bridge.
It's worth taking the ferry across to Torpoint, as off the A374 is Antony House, National Trust, an 18th century house with extensive grounds.
Nearby towns are commuter land. Plymouth has a main line station.and airport.
Black Friars Distillery 60 Southside Street, The Barbican, Plymouth PL1 2LQ
They make Plymouth Gin, so tour the distillery ! Black Friars Distillery information
Crownhill Fort Crownhill Fort Road, Plymouth PL6 5BX
A restored fort to explore. Crownhill Fort information
Merchant's House 33 St Andrews Street, Plymouth PL1 2AX
A 16th-17th century town house residence. Merchant's House information
Elizabethan House 32 New Street, Plymouth PL1 2NA
A timbered framed house to visit. Elizabethan House information
Plymouth City Museum & Art Gallery Drake Circus, Plymouth PL4 8AJ
Artefacts and Art. Plymouth City Museum & Art Gallery information
National Maritime Aquarium Rope Walk, Coxside, Plymouth PL4 0LF
Walk among the fish. National Maritime Aquarium information
Royal Citadel Madeira Road, Plymouth PL4 8AJ
A 17th century fortress. Royal Citadel information
Hotels
Copthorne Hotel Plymouth 47.04*
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Armada Way Plymouth PL1 1AR MAP The Copthorne Hotel Plymouth is a 4-star, city-centre hotel with views of Armada Way towards the famous Hoe and Barbican. It is 5 minutes’ walk from Drake Circus and Armada shopping centres. Rooms are modern in style and decorated in warm colours. Each... More Information and Book ... |
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Armada Way Plymouth PL1 2HJ MAP Overlooking Plymouth Hoe's greenery and the coastline, the Holiday Inn Plymouth is less than 10 minutes’ walk from Plymouth city centre. Panoramic views across the Plymouth Sound bay feature in the 11th-floor dining room. Each spacious and air conditio... More Information and Book ... |
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Millbay Road Plymouth PL1 3LD MAP Plymouth’s largest independent hotel, The New Continental is ideally located in the heart of the city. It offers an on-site leisure complex and a brasserie restaurant. Rooms at The New Continental feature contemporary design, a TV, and spacious en suit... More Information and Book ... |
Guest Houses, Bed and Breakfasts, Inns and other Hotels
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32 Houndiscombe road Plymouth PL4 6HQ MAP This cosy, non-smoking family run hotel offers practical, homely rooms and an informal atmosphere in a convenient location. A short walk from Plymouth University and railway station, and a 15-minute stroll from the famous How and Barbican areas, this is ... More Information and Book ... |
Riviera 39*
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8 Elliot Street, The Hoe Plymouth PL1 2PP MAP The family-run Riviera is located on Plymouth Hoe and offers efficiency, convenience and a homely atmosphere. The non-smoking establishment is arranged over 3 floors, with one elegant internal staircase leading to all bedrooms. The ground-floor of the gu... More Information and Book ... |
Boringdon Arms 40*
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Boringdon Terrace.Turnchapel Plymouth PL9 9TQ MAP Renowned for our real ales and homemade food, we are located in a quaint village on the south-west coastal path overlooking Plymouth and the Plym Estuary. We are a village pub offering bed and breakfast facilities with well-appointed rooms, and shared to... More Information and Book ... |
Holiday Cottages
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Plymouth Set in glorious South Hams countryside, an area boasting the UK's mildest climate, this spacious and well appointed property lies in a peaceful location just 15 minutes' walk from Mothecombe's superb sandy beach. Picturesque fishing villages… Sleeps 6... |
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near Plymouth A SHORT STROLL TO THE CREEK AND CLOSE TO THE AMENITIES OF PLYMOUTH This 300 year old cottage nestles in a peaceful hamlet a short stroll to the nearby creek which offers peace and tranquillity. An ideal spot for touring the whole area the historic city...... 3 Bedrooms Sleeping 6. Changeover Day is Sat.Dogs allowed: Yes (2)... |
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Plymouth STYLISH WATERFRONT HOUSE CLOSE TO BEACHES AND PLYMOUTH HARBOURThis impressive waterfront property is situated in a convenient spot on the outskirts of Plymouth set on the riverside you can choose to relax on the balcony and watch the boats up and down ...... 3 Bedrooms Sleeping 6. Changeover Day is Sat.... |
Lots to see and do, go across into Cornwall, visit the coastal area of the South Hams taking in Bigbury and Salcombe, or visit Dartmoor.
Towns Near Plymouth To Visit - straight line distance:
Torpoint Tourist Information (1.82 miles) Saltash Tourist Information (2.73 miles) Cawsand Tourist Information (4.31 miles) Plympton Tourist Information (4.61 miles)
Plymouth Tourist Information Centre
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Plymouth Mayflower
3-5 The Barbican
Plymouth
PL1 2LR
Tel: 01752 306330
Email: barbicantic@plymouth.gov.uk
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