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Things to see in Exeter (United Kingdom): 75 places and when to go
Exeter is a city in United Kingdom with around 113,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 75 places in and around it, mainly Nature (24), History (20), Food and drink (14). The best known are Exeter Cathedral, Powderham Castle and Castle Drogo. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 16 h 14 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 46. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United Kingdom · 50.7004, -3.5299
- Population
- About 113,000
- Places
- 75 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (24) · History (20) · Food and drink (14) · Wildlife (11) · Temples (9) · Mountains (9)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- February to March, October and December.
- Nearest airport
- BRS Bristol, 95 km as the crow flies
What to see in Exeter
The places in and around Exeter, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Exeter CathedralAnglican cathedral, and the seat of the Bishop of Exeter in England, UK2.5 km
- Powderham CastleGrade I listed historic house museum in Teignbridge, United Kingdom8.0 km
- Castle DrogoCountry house in the form of a castle near Drewsteignton, Devon, England, UK20 km
- Rougemont CastleCastle in Exeter, Devon, England, UK2.9 km
- Devon County War MemorialWorld War I memorial in Exeter, Devon, England, UK2.5 km
- Hound TorTor in Dartmoor National Park, in Devon, England, UK21 km
- Old Exe BridgeRuined medieval bridge in Exeter, Devon, England2.1 km
- Royal Albert Memorial MuseumMuseum and art gallery in Exeter, Devon, England, UK2.8 km
- Exeter MosqueMosque in Devon, England3.2 km
- KillertonHouse in Broad Clyst, Devon, England, UK11 km
- HaytorTor in Dartmoor National Park, England21 km
- St David's Church, ExeterChurch in Exeter, Devon, England, UK3.1 km
- St Mary Arches Church, ExeterGrade I listed church in Exeter, Devon, England, UK2.5 km
- Trago MillsChain of four department stores in England and Wales19 km
- Canonteign FallsWaterfall in Devon, England11 km
- Castle DykeIron Age hill fort situated between Chudleigh and Dawlish in Devon, England, UK13 km
- Cotley CastleHillfort in Devon, England, UK6.0 km
- Crealy Theme Park & ResortTheme park in Devon, England8.1 km
- Church of the Holy Cross, CreditonChurch in Crediton, Mid Devon, England, UK13 km
- Exeter SynagogueSynagogue in the City of Exeter, Devon, England, UK2.5 km
- Joint Mitnor CaveCave in Devon, England30 km
- Broad Clyst railway stationDefunct English rail station8.7 km
- Poltimore HouseBuilding in Poltimore, East Devon, England, UK7.9 km
- Pridhamsleigh CavernCave in Devon, England28 km
And the other 51, by what you come to do:
- Nature: Reed's Cave, Bowerman's Nose, RSPB Bowling Green Marsh, Dawlish Warren National Nature Reserve, Dumpdon Hill, Easdon Tor, Greator Rocks, Rippon Tor, Yarner Wood & Trendlebere Down, Blackingstone Rock, Cranbrook Country Park, Exminster Marshes, Goosemoor Nature Reserve, Great Rock, Leighon Tor, Matford Marshes, Powderham Marshes, The Rough, University of Exeter Nature Reserve
- History: Scorhill, Church of St Mary Steps, Exeter, Clyston Mill And Attached Miller's House, Marker's Cottage, Polsloe Priory, St Petrock's Church, Exeter, Jarvishayes Farmhouse, Yarner House
- Temples: St Olave's Church, Exeter
- Museums and art: Kelly Mine, Devon, Bill Douglas Cinema Museum, Topsham Museum
- Food and drink: Black Tor Brewery, Crossed Anchors Brewery, Crossed Anchors Brewery & Taproom, Exe Valley Brewery, Gray's Devon Cider, Kenton Vineyard, Manstree Vineyard, Powderkeg Brewery, Quayside Distillery, Sandford Orchards, The Exeter Brewery & Taphouse, Topsham Brewery, Two Drifters, Utopian Brewing Company
- Hiking: Dunsford to Exeter Way, Dunsford to Moretonhampstead Trail, River Teign Walk, South West Coast Path (Section 43: Babbacombe to Exmouth), Templer Way
- Diving: Exeter BSAC
When to go to Exeter
The best time to visit Exeter is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBetter not8:13
- FebPossible9:46
- MarPossible11:32
- AprBest time13:33
- MayBest time15:16
- JunBest time16:14
- JulBest time15:50
- AugBest time14:19
- SepBest time12:22
- OctPossible10:25
- NovBetter not8:39
- DecPossible7:46
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 14 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 46. In June, 75 of the 75 places are at their best.
When to go to United Kingdom in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Exeter
The nearest main airport is Bristol Airport (BRS, Bristol), 95 km as the crow flies. How to get around United Kingdom (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Sidmouth24 places21 km
- Cullompton31 places22 km
- North Tawton19 places26 km
- Paignton65 places31 km
- Princetown59 places37 km
- Ilminster16 places48 km
And all of United Kingdom, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Exeter?
The best known: Exeter Cathedral, Powderham Castle, Castle Drogo, Rougemont Castle, Devon County War Memorial. In all, 75 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Exeter?
April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 16 h 14 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 46.
How do you get to Exeter?
The nearest main airport is Bristol Airport (BRS), 95 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Exeter as the destination and these 75 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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