YOUR LOCAL HOLIDAY GUIDE
Things to do in Torquay
Seafront and Torre Abbey Sands
Start around the promenade and marina to get a feel for the resort, then choose a beach access for time at Torre Abbey Sands. Keep walking and beach plans flexible so the day suits the tide, weather and the energy of your group.
Torre Abbey
Torre Abbey combines historic buildings with gardens and art, creating a different outing from the seafront nearby. Explore the current exhibitions and outdoor spaces at a comfortable pace. A garden visit and a gallery visit can each appeal to different members of the family.
Kents Cavern
Kents Cavern takes your holiday beneath the surface through its prehistoric cave setting. Read the tour and access information before booking, particularly for anyone uneasy in enclosed spaces. Plan it alongside the resort's more weather-dependent outdoor attractions.
Local shops, food & places to browse
Browse shops and galleries around the harbour, or plan a separate visit to the craft studios at Cockington Court. Decide whether the day is for shopping or beach equipment first, so you do not end up carrying purchases throughout a longer coastal outing.
Planning your holiday in Torquay
Torquay spreads around several bays and neighbourhoods. Group attractions that are near one another, and work out transport before combining the harbour, Kents Cavern and Cockington into the same day; a town name alone does not describe walking distances.
Choosing where to stay
Choose by the advert's actual location and park facilities. Paignton and Brixham have their own town guides and listings, so use those when you want a stay centred on a different part of the English Riviera.
Before you book, check the advert’s address, sleeping arrangements, park facilities and any extra charges with the owner. Use the search filters for features such as decking, a hot tub or a washing machine, and park facilities such as a pool or clubhouse.
Torquay holiday questions
Can I find private caravans and lodges to rent in Torquay?
Any current adverts for this area appear in the holiday homes section above. If nothing is listed or your search has no matches, it will show “Nothing available right now”. The area guide remains available to help you plan.
How do I check dates and contact the owner?
Enter an arrival date, length of stay and guest count above. Results use the owner’s availability calendar and minimum stay. Open an advert to see its details and request your dates. The owner confirms final availability, prices and hire terms.
Can I advertise my caravan or lodge here?
Owners can list a holiday home with an annual or monthly membership. Enter the actual town or village and select the correct country and region in your dashboard so an eligible published advert appears in the right area. See owner plans and listing prices.
Plan your days out
Use these local visitor resources to check current opening times, access, event dates and activity bookings before travelling.