Visitor Guide - Queen Anne's Battery

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Plymouth is one of Europe’s most vibrant waterfront cities, packed full of attractions, great shopping and fine restaurants.

Set on a stunning waterfront and harbour, with well-known landmarks, historical sites and loads of places to explore. With dazzling views, rich history and world-class events, where better to spend your days exploring?

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The Barbican and Sutton Harbour

Plymouth’s historic heart, filled with cobbled streets, heritage buildings, independent shops and waterfront restaurants. This vibrant district offers scenic views, maritime character and plenty of places to explore, dine and relax by the harbour.

National Marine Aquarium

The UK’s largest public aquarium features immersive exhibits, vast ocean tanks and fascinating marine creatures from local and tropical waters. Visitors can learn about conservation, explore diverse habitats and enjoy an engaging experience.

Mayflower Steps

A symbolic waterfront landmark marking the area believed to be the Pilgrim Fathers’ departure point in 1620. Visitors can reflect on its historic significance while enjoying views across Sutton Harbour and the surrounding maritime setting.

Smeaton’s Tower

Constructed in 1759, this iconic lighthouse on Plymouth Hoe stands seventy two feet tall and offers impressive views across Plymouth Sound and the city, providing visitors with a memorable insight into the area’s maritime heritage.

The Hoe

A sweeping waterfront green overlooking Plymouth Sound, offering panoramic views, historic monuments and open space. It is ideal for coastal walks, picnics, sightseeing and appreciating the city’s longstanding maritime identity and natural beauty.

Royal William Yard

A beautifully restored Georgian naval complex featuring restaurants, galleries, creative studios and waterside walkways. Its striking architecture, vibrant events and scenic setting make it one of Plymouth’s most distinctive and enjoyable waterfront destinations.

Tinside Lido

An elegant Art Deco outdoor seawater pool on Plymouth Hoe, open in summer and surrounded by spectacular coastal views. Visitors can enjoy relaxed swimming, sunbathing terraces and a nostalgic atmosphere in a unique seaside setting.

Mount Edgcumbe House and Country Park

A vast historic estate and country park reached easily by ferry, offering formal gardens, coastal paths, panoramic viewpoints and wildlife. It provides an impressive mix of heritage, nature and outdoor adventure for all visitors.

Saltram House

A grand Georgian National Trust property set within peaceful parkland. Visitors can explore lavish interiors, landscaped gardens, riverside paths and a remarkable art collection, providing a tranquil and culturally rich escape close to the city.

Plymouth Gin Distillery

One of England’s oldest working distilleries offering guided tours, tastings and insight into traditional gin production. Explore historic spaces, learn about craftsmanship and enjoy a distinctive heritage experience in the city’s oldest quarter.