BABBACOMBE MODEL VILLAGE

A world in miniature, the Model Village is one of Britain's best-loved attractions. In amongst its breathtaking gardens you'll find a city centre, stately home, Stonehenge, Wembley Stadium, streams, waterfalls and much more. Look out for the Edwardian Bus that will take you up to the village.

BYGONES MUSEUM

A life sized Victoian Street with over 20 shops and period rooms, large model railway and Fantasyland.

KENTS CAVERN

Take a trip through 2 million years, discovering prehistoric remains and spectacular rock formation. Fully guided tours give a unique insight into this underground world.

TORQUAY MUSEUM

Take a journey into Torquay's fascinating past, find out about local wildlife, famous people and Torquay through the ages and don't miss the unique Agatha Christie exhibition.

TORRE ABBEY

Torquay's oldest building with its abbey ruins, houses a superb collection of paintings and antiques. The nearby Spanish Barn was used to hold Spanish prisoners after the Armada of 1588.

THE RIVIERA CENTRE

Torquay's indoor beach with Fun Pool, complete with flume ride and wave machine. There's also shows for children, indoor soft play area, a fully equipped gym, sauna, restaurants, bars and much more.

GOODRINGTON SEASHORE INTERPRETATION CENTRE

Based right on the beach at Goodrington and free to enter, this centre offers a journey of discovery into the underwater world of the seashore, complete with interactive exhibits, a walk-through rockpool and a programme of regular Rockpool Rambles.

PAIGTON & DARTMOUTH STEAM RAILWAY

The Railway lets you experience the magic of the steam age on a 7-mile stretch of the Great Western Railway. The train takes you on a spectacular journey alongside Torbay, then through wooded slopes to the River Dart.

PAIGNTON ZOO

In this exciting world of wildlife you will find state of the art enclosures designed with the animals and visitors in mind. Stalk through the Big Cat Forest, swoop into the Bird Aviary and sink into the Wetland Experience. There is also plenty of hands on fun and a lively programme of wildlife events.

QUAYWEST BEACH RESORT

Just behind Goodrington's long sandy beach you will find the exciting and entertaining world of Quaywest. At its heart is Shipwreck Island, where half a mile of water slides twist, turn and splash in this open-air waterpark. Nearby Grand Prix Go-Karts whiz around a specially built circuit and there is much more fun on the water with the Bumper Boats.

EVENTS/FESTIVALS/ENTERTAINMENT

The summer is one long waterfront Kid's Party - with Carnivals, Fun Fairs, Circus, Fireworks, Radion One Roadshows, Pedal Car Rallies, Water-Ski Shows, Air Shows and not forgetting Punch and Judy. Paignton's Children's Festival has been run as an annual event for one week in August just for kids, for over 50 years. Each day is themed with shows, action and events. Many of the regular walks and tours around the resort are designed with children in mind, from the Cockington Ghost Walks to the Berry Head Seabird Safari.