Torquay City Centre Travel Guide

Torquay

A street with shops, a clock, and a hill in the background.
A harbor with boats, a jet ski, and a bridge.
A marina with various boats docked, a prominent church in the background, and a waterfront promenade.
A street with shops, including a gift company and a pharmacy.
A seaside promenade with a large Ferris wheel, a Princess Theatre, and palm trees.

Stay near popular Torquay City Centre attractions

A large auditorium with red seats, wooden paneling, and a curved stage.

Princess Theatre

8.4/10 (158 reviews)
See a stand-up show, musical or other live production at this much-loved coastal theater, located close to many of Torquay’s most popular attractions.
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Things to do

Torquay: The extraordinary life of Agatha Christie tour

Torquay: The extraordinary life of Agatha Christie tour

£20
per adult
Torquay: The extraordinary life of Agatha Christie tour
The Fawlty Tours walking experience

The Fawlty Tours walking experience

£15
per adult
The Fawlty Tours walking experience
90 Minute Coastal Explorer in Torquay

90 Minute Coastal Explorer in Torquay

£54
per adult
90 Minute Coastal Explorer in Torquay
Torquay: The Fawlty Tours Experience - Guided Walk

Torquay: The Fawlty Tours Experience - Guided Walk

£15
per adult
Torquay: The Fawlty Tours Experience - Guided Walk
Walking Tour of Exmouth in East Devon

Walking Tour of Exmouth in East Devon

£20
per adult
Walking Tour of Exmouth in East Devon
Duck/Pottery Painting – Pay on the Day for What You Paint

The Exmouth Wooden Duck & Pottery Painting Experience

£5
per adult
The Exmouth Wooden Duck & Pottery Painting Experience
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Top hotels in Torquay City Centre

The Grand Hotel

The Grand Hotel

4 out of 5
Seafront Torquay England
The price is £55 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
£55
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Torquay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
The Grand Hotel
The Imperial Torquay

The Imperial Torquay

4 out of 5
Park Hill Road Torquay England
The price is £59 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
£59
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Torquay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,156 reviews)
"Check in was very efficient. The lobby is impressive and the hotel has a beautiful Victorian interior. Plenty of parking spaces and quite reasonably priced at £10 per night. The hotel room itself was very dated with dark wood furniture and no mini fridge. It was very clean with a large bathroom but ..."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026

The Imperial Torquay
TLH Derwent Hotel - TLH Leisure, Entertainment and Spa Resort

TLH Derwent Hotel - TLH Leisure, Entertainment and Spa Resort

3 out of 5
Belgrave Road Torquay England
The price is £68 per night from 18 Sept to 19 Sept
£68
18 Sept - 19 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Torquay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 indoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.6/10 Good! (494 reviews)
"A great experience, lovely helpful staff, lots of activities and amenities with a short walk to the front. Sadly, too short on avaliable lifts considering the hotel size and horrible sticky tables in the restaurant."

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2026

TLH Derwent Hotel - TLH Leisure, Entertainment and Spa Resort
Hampton by Hilton Torquay

Hampton by Hilton Torquay

3.5 out of 5
The Terrace Torquay Devon Torquay England
The price is £68 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
£68
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Torquay. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Refrigerator in the room does keep anything cool. Large shower head mouldy and scaled up. Breakfast good and bar good."

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2026

Hampton by Hilton Torquay
Abbey Sands Hotel

Abbey Sands Hotel

3 out of 5
Belgrave Road Torquay England
The price is £53 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
£53
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Torquay. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very good! (973 reviews)
"Although rather dated, the hotel was spotlessly clean with a large bathroom, with plenty of space. The room we booked was noted as being an inland room, but had a sea view which was a bonus. We would stay again."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026

Abbey Sands Hotel
TLH Carlton Hotel and Spa - TLH Leisure and Entertainment Resort

TLH Carlton Hotel and Spa - TLH Leisure and Entertainment Resort

3 out of 5
Falkland Road Torquay England
The price is £73 per night from 25 Sept to 26 Sept
£73
25 Sept - 26 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Torquay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 indoor pools and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Greek Orthodox Church of Saint Andrew and Torre ...
7.6/10 Good! (217 reviews)
"Good one, not to close to the beach but good swimming pool , steam room"

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2026

TLH Carlton Hotel and Spa - TLH Leisure and Entertainment Resort
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Where to stay in Torquay City Centre

Find the best Torquay City Centre areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Torquay City Centre
Learn more about Torquay City Centre
A garden with a fountain, red flowers, and tall trees.

Babbacombe

Unique features of Babbacombe include the seaside views and restaurants. Make a stop by Torquay United FC or Plainmoor while you're exploring the area.

Cockington Village

While Cockington Village may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cockington Country Park and Torre Abbey.

St Marychurch

If you're spending some time in St Marychurch, Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens and South West Coast Path Section 43 Trailhead are top sights worth seeing.

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