Plymouth Hoe

          Sir Francis Drake Plymouth       

Plymouth has grown so rapidly since the 1939-45 war that it would be  easy to forget that this is one of the great places of British Seafaring history. The bombing of the city caused such devastation that the centre had to be re-built. 
 
The Hoe where Drake played his famous game of bowls before dealing with the Spanish Armada. The Mayflower Steps in the historic Barbican where the Pilgrim Fathers sailed from to America in l621, the links with Hawkins, Raleigh, Frobisher, and, of course, the magnificent natural harbour which remains with very little change. 
The City Museum in Drake Circus (open daily) has a fine collection of exhibits illustrating the city’s history. 
Plymouth has many fine shops and interesting historic houses and gardens to visit. 
 
 
National Marine Aquarium  The National Marine Aquarium, in Plymouth, is the UK's leading aquarium committed to education, conservation and research into the marine environment.
Plymouth Boat Cruises
Plymouth Boat Cruises offers cruises up the picturesque river Yealm and Tamar, also around Plymouth Harbour. Our special cruises include 2971BD days, the Firework Competition and vacation boat trips.
Theatre Royal Plymouth 
 As well as details of current and future productions in the Theatre Royal and Drum Theatre, there is also a packed Education section, details of how businesses can get involved with the venue, current job vacancies and much more. Find out the latest news about TR2 - our new Production & Education Centre – which is coming to life on the waterfront at Cattedown, and discover how the Theatre Royal is celebrating its 21st birthday. 
 

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Barbican Glassworks - Watch as skilled glass blowers from Dartington Crystal demonstrate their craft. Next to the Barbican Steps, this unique centre also features a shop stocking Crystal and Wedgwood. 01752 224777

Crownhill Fort - Massive Victorian hidden defences built to protect Plymouth and now in the care of the Landmark Trust. Displays, live gun firing some weekends. 01752 793754

Distillery Tours - Guided tours around the 200 year old distillery that is home of the world famous Plymouth Gin. 01752 665292

Elizabethan House - A rare example of the half-timbered home of a Tudor Sea Captain. 01752 253871

National Marine Aquarium - State of the art setting for fascinating journey through the oceans of the world, including a close encounter with Caribbean Sharks. Open daily. 01752 600301

Plymouth City Museum & Art Gallery. Diverse range of temporary exhibitions complement changing displays drawn from large permanent collection. Free admission. Open all year, Tue-Sat & BH Mondays. 01752 304774

Plymouth Dome - A voyage through four centuries of Plymouth's maritime past. Winner of multiple awards for excellence. Large gift shop and cafe. Open all year. 01752 600608

Plymouth Ski Centre - Dry ski slope with lessons and activities to suit everyone from beginners to advanced. 01752 600220

Royal Citadel - Enjoy unrivalled views of Plymouth's waterfront from the ramparts of this 17th Century fort. Daily tour available throughout summer. 

Smeaton's Tower - Originally the Eddystone Lighthouse, but moved stone by stone to Plymouth Hoe in 1884. Breathtaking views of the Sound from Plymouth's best known landmark. 01752 600608

 

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