Things to do in Paignton

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Zoo featuring a variety of animals, including impressive big cats and a well-kept reptile house. Highlights include natural, spacious enclosures amidst some overgrown areas.
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Pristine beach with golden sand and clear waters, divided for dog lovers and those preferring a pet-free zone, complemented by a boating lake and scenic steam train rides.
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Historically rich manor house set in tranquil countryside, with medieval architecture, original gardens, and a serene rose garden for a peaceful visit.
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Water park with a variety of slides for a lively day out, warm pools, and multiple food and drink options. Ideal for sunny weather and caters to children over 8 years.
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Sandy beach with gentle waves, popular for water sports and family outings. Traditional huts and cafes add charm, while a scenic steam train enhances the coastal ambiance.
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Red-sand beach providing a family-friendly environment with a sociable vibe, featuring arcades, a pier, and nearby adventure golf. Displays a charming, nostalgic harbor scene.
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  • Terry D
    Reading, UK14 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Excellent half-term visit with our 13 & 14 year old Grandchildren, as good as it has always been & so good that Kids went in free!
    Written 3 November 2024
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  • Lablynn
    Rayleigh, UK142 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This place was recommended by a local from Brixham from which we were staying.
    I asked for somewhere which I could take dogs and children.
    We found it easier enough there is 3 car parks to use
    The photos on this site are accurate the boating lake,the beaches.
    I especially liked the dog friendly beach which we could sit with the grandchildren whilst they played on the sand, I found it clean and tidy.
    We used the boating lake and the playground, we didn’t buy food but did have coffee/ drinks.
    Definitely recommend for dogs and children as sometimes it’s a struggle to find somewhere especially dogs on beaches in the summer
    Thank you Goodrington Sands
    Written 23 August 2024
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  • 310bee
    Wiltshire, UK5 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We were impressed by the Palace Theatre Paignton. The meal pre show was excellent . The staff were all friendly and helpful, my friend is disabled and we were given seats at the front. The band entertainment was great with audience joining in. We had ordered a taxi and show finished a little early everyone left. As it was cold outside the staff happily waited to lock up until our taxi arrived, one young girl waited with us to make sure we could get back to our hotel. The evening was a great start to our weekend stay in Paignton.
    Eunice & Rose visitors from Westbury
    Written 8 November 2024
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  • tototny@
    Cardiff, UK1,475 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Brilliant way to make the kids worn out not far from many food.places and the beach amd pier will be back again soon with family
    Written 17 August 2024
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  • Bargeegirl
    West Sussex, UK692 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Didn't have the best of days weather wise here, but made the most of our visit. Inside the castle, the volunteers are in full costume and want to talk to you. Not a huge castle, but a pleasant few hours out. The small garden is quaint. Not the most pleasant road to get there and parking is across the road in the restaurant car park. Worth a visit if you are in the area.
    Written 22 October 2024
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  • acs1984
    Cockermouth, UK1,669 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We came to the waterpark in the afternoon. We had already booked tickets online but there was no queue to get in anyway. We parked in the large carpark behind which was about a 5 minute walk away. Prices for parking were quite expensive although this was a council carpark, so not the waterparks fault. When we got inside the waterpark we headed straight for the changing rooms. They were quite clean and we saw staff sweeping and moping the floor regularly. Unfortunately it was really busy when we came to the park so there was no sun loungers left at all. We managed to find a small space to sit on the grass. We primarily came to use the new children's splash park. This area wasn't that busy but the queues for the 'adult' slides were terrible, really long. There was possibly too many people in the park I think. The new splash park area was excellent and well suited for our 5 year old. Adults could go on the splash park slides aswell although dependent on lifeguard, you could either slide together or had to go down separately. There was no consistency, each member of staff seemed to have a different set of rules. We had a fun afternoon.
    Written 7 November 2024
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  • ryan7794
    United Kingdom16 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This picturesque location boasts mesmerizing blue-green waters reminiscent of a tropical paradise. While it features a stony beach, beach shoes are highly recommended for a comfortable experience. It serves as an ideal destination for swimming, dog walking, barbecues, and various water-based activities. Personally, I consider it to be the most captivating spot in the region.
    Written 14 July 2024
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  • n b
    3 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Beautiful quiet sandy beach very near to where we were staying. Ice-cream shop on the beach a bit dear but well worth it as the ice-creams were huge!
    Written 29 August 2024
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  • EL
    29 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Nice Beach and play area , the pier is fine if your into the arcades. What let's this place down is the ridiculous prices for parking £4.90 for just over two and half hours.
    Written 1 September 2024
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  • Amanda E
    Runcorn, United Kingdom37 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Excellent boat trip
    The fish and chips were amazing (from Rockfish)

    We were fortunate to see a lot of common dolphins
    The staff were very friendly and informative
    Written 23 August 2024
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  • Stewart Q
    8 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    The green patch around roundham has a winding trail that is interesting to walk down to the beach. Yet, the areas between roundham are a bit touristy, cheap food, a lot of people.
    Written 5 March 2023
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  • dad d
    Wrexham, UK90 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    absolutely lovely little front with the option of being on the beach or the green, very unhurried, very relaxed, and very welcoming
    Written 13 September 2024
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