The Barbican
The heart of Plymouth's heritage
The Barbican is the place to discover everything you ever wanted to know about from where Sir Francis Drake sailed and from where the Pilgrim Fathers departed to settle in the New World (the Mayflower Steps).
The Barbican is full of wonderful shops, eateries and things to do and to discover.
The Hoe
Our wonderful historic waterfront
Enjoy a walk along the sea front with its elegant recently restored colonnade, past the Citadel to Plymouth Hoe with its unbeatable views out to sea.
Watch a game of bowls, played upon the famous Bowling Green where Sir Francis Drake famously finished his game before tackling the Spanish Armada.
Smeaton's Tower is a grade 1 listed, internationally renowned lighthouse. Climb to the top for magnificent views of Plymouth Sound and the city from its lantern room which, along with the rest of the building, has been painstakingly restored to its original glory.
Eden Project
Gardens and biomes in Cornwall
The Eden Project is an unforgettable experience in a breathtaking location; a global garden; a place of beauty and wonder.
Their world famous architecture and art draws inspiration from nature, their educational work is about creating a positive future in a world that is going to go through radical change, and they try to ensure everyone who visits Eden leaves knowing something more about their connection to the world.
Eden is also about simple pleasures; enjoying tasty food, rediscovering what puts the great into the great outdoors, imaginative play for children, taking time to stop and smell the flowers and having a good time.
Drake Circus Shopping Centre
8 major stores plus over 55 shops, cafes and restaurants
Drake Circus is the West Country's most popular shopping centre.
Here, you'll find many of the UK's top brand names and the biggest stores in the region all under one roof.
It is anchored at one end by Marks & Spencer and at the other by Next and Primark.
All three are the largest stores in their group west of Bristol.
You can browse for the latest fashions or discover great gifts for friends and family.
The National Marine Aquarium
Britain's biggest aquarium
One of Britain's best regarded attractions, the National Marine Aquarium is a charity dedicated to raising awareness of the oceans, the challenges they face and the ways in which we can all help ensure they have a sustainable future. Located in Plymouth, the National Marine Aquarium is the result of many years of hard work and fund-raising to establish a leading aquarium in the UK. The Aquarium experience comprises a total of 50 live exhibits including 3 massive tanks. Over 4000 animals from 400 species are displayed in realistic habitats from local shorelines to coral reefs. In addition our technological zone, Explorocean focuses on ocean exploration and sustainability through innovative, interactive exhibits.
Plymouth Gin
The oldest working distillery in England
Since 1793, Plymouth Gin has been crafting it's world renowned smooth gin from a uniquely balanced blend of 7 hand selected botanicals, soft Dartmoor water and pure grain alcohol at the Blackfriars Distillery.
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