South Hams Travel Guide

Devon

A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, grassy hills, and a small settlement with houses.
A harbor with boats, a waterfront promenade, and a hillside settlement.
A historic building with a large tower and a statue in the foreground.
A forest with a stream, moss-covered trees, and sunlight filtering through.
A harbor with numerous boats, surrounded by lush greenery and residential houses on a hillside.

Popular cities in South Hams

A coastal town with historic buildings, a waterfront, and a bus terminal.
Plymouth
Known for Friendly people, Sea and Marinas
Appreciate the cultural transformation this waterfront city has undergone, with the World War II-damaged center now home to fashionable restaurants and maritime attractions.

Reasons to visit

  • National Marine Aquarium
  • Hoe Park
  • Tinside Lido
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A harbor with boats, a waterfront promenade, and a hillside settlement.
Dartmouth
Known for Friendly people, Bars and Rivers
Escape to Dartmouth! Enjoy its churches, riverfront and sledging.

Reasons to visit

  • Blackpool Sands
  • Royal Naval College
  • Dartmouth Castle
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A calm river with boats, a sandy shore, and green hills in the background.
Kingsbridge
Known for Small town, Countryside and Secluded
Escape to quaint Kingsbridge! Enjoy its countryside, sunny weather and riverfront.

Reasons to visit

  • Slapton Sands
  • Burgh Island
  • Hope Cove Beach
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An aerial view of a coastal area with a long pier extending into the water, a parking lot with numerous vehicles, and a small island with buildings and greenery.
Brixham
Known for Friendly people, Ports and Bars
Secluded Brixham is calling! Discover its bars, golf, fishing and more.

Reasons to visit

  • Brixham Harbour
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A harbor with boats, waterfront buildings, and a hill with a church spire.
Salcombe
Known for Sea, Relaxing and Ferries and boats
Come to relaxing Salcombe and enjoy its adventures, oceanfront and beaches.
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A historic stone castle with two prominent towers, surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained lawn.
Totnes
Known for Bars, Gardens and Relaxing
Come to secluded Totnes and enjoy its bars, gardens and spas.
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Stay near popular South Hams attractions

A sea turtle swimming among various colorful fish in an aquarium.

National Marine Aquarium

8.6/10 (180 reviews)
Discover the creatures that live deep in the world’s oceans and learn about the importance of conservation at the largest aquarium in the U.K.
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