Name: Curious About Plymouth
Rating: 5.0

Curious About Plymouth

Start at Smeatons Tower, Plymouth Hoe, Plymouth, Devon, PL1 2JU, England

1-90 Years

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Curious About Plymouth is a self-guided walking tour that combines sightseeing with a fun treasure hunt-style experience. It allows visitors to explore Plymouth’s historic waterfront and city centre while solving clues along the way. This outdoor activity is ideal for families, friends, and anyone who enjoys interactive exploration.

The experience includes two connected heritage walks covering Plymouth’s rich maritime history and iconic locations. Visitors follow clues through areas like the Barbican, Plymouth Hoe, Sutton Harbour, and West Pier, uncovering stories of Sir Francis Drake, the Spanish Armada, and the Pilgrim Fathers’ voyage to America. The walks range from 1 to 1.5 miles each and highlight historic streets, harbours, and landmarks across the city.

The activity costs £7.49 for a download version or £7.99 for a printed booklet, making it an affordable option for groups. One purchase can be shared, making it suitable for families or small groups exploring together.

Curious About Plymouth offers a unique and engaging way to discover the city. It encourages observation, teamwork, and learning while enjoying a relaxed walk. With its mix of history, puzzles, and scenic routes, it provides a memorable and interactive day out.

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Embark on our self-guided walking tours in Plymouth, designed to lead you through the city's rich history and stunning architecture. These heritage walks offer a unique treasure hunt experience, perfect for families and friends seeking to uncover Plymouth's hidden gems.
Whether you're interested in historic landmarks or simply enjoying a leisurely stroll, our tours provide an engaging way to explore Plymouth's city centre.
Plymouth, one of Britain's foremost maritime ports, is a vibrant waterfront city. Taste the salty air down at the Barbican, with its quaint cobbled streets hugged by restaurants and drinking places, or take a boat trip around the Sound from the Mayflower Steps, or perhaps try a tipple at the Plymouth Gin distillery.
Further up there's the Plymouth Hoe, with its Bowling Green made famous by Captain Drake - look out at navy vessels plying their way to secret destinations, or take a plunge in an art-deco swimming pool!
An exploration of Plymouth's city centre with two self-guided heritage walks with an optional treasure hunt. Completing the treasure hunt keeps everyone actively engaged, and urges you to look up, down and every which-way - so you won't miss out on any of the city's treasures.

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The Hoe to Sutton Harbour - 1.5 miles / 2.4 kms: From The Hoe are incredible views out to sea, with small ships scuttling by, and majestic warships plying their way to secret places. See the bowling green where Drake played before attacking the Spanish Armada. Walk alongside an historic Guildhall, and ancient churches. Sample some humbler streets in Old Town, then end your walk at the bustling Barbican district, and the busy harbour’s edge.
Sutton Harbour to West Pier - 1 mile / 1.6 kms: Passing an historic gin distillery, and colourful shops, this walk takes you down a narrow street, purpose built in the 16th century for wealthy merchants and prosperous sea captains. A chance to visit an enchanting Elizabethan Gardens before walking by the Royal Citadel, built in the 17th century on the site of a fort. Finish your walk at West Pier, from where the Pilgrim Fathers once sailed to colonise America.