Popular places to visit
National Marine Aquarium
Discover the creatures that live deep in the world’s oceans and learn about the importance of conservation at the largest aquarium in the U.K.
Hoe Park
After visiting Hoe Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Plymouth. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.
Plymouth Gin Distillery
Sip on expertly made gin in a historic distillery that has been making spirits for over two centuries in the same spot on Plymouth’s waterfront.
Royal Citadel
This 17th-century stronghold was a bastion of military strength. Explore the walls and fortifications with a guided tour.
Mayflower Steps
Among the fishing boats of Plymouth’s harbor is a memorial to the settlers who went on to found one of the first American colonies.
Elizabethan House
Step inside this wonderfully preserved house to see how a merchant or sea captain would have lived in the 1500s, a time when Plymouth was a prosperous port city.
Things to do
2-Day Tour of King Arthur's Cornwall in Tintagel, Boscastle and Dartmoor from Glastonbury
Plymouth: Self Guided City Walk and Interactive Treasure Hunt
Top hotels in Mainstone
Leonardo Hotel Plymouth
Very clean and friendly staff great location great price
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Future Inn Plymouth
Friendly and welcoming staff. Very comfortable and clean rooms. All round fair value
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Duke Of Cornwall
Friendly staff, nice hot cooked breakfast, each item of breakfast food chosen from a menu, coffee very luke warm unfortunately, hotel clean, one small incident while we stayed but receptionist sorted it out straight away with understanding and courteous. The porter could have been a little more courteous ...
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Moxy Plymouth
Small funky hotel. Good vibes and good location
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Crowne Plaza Plymouth by IHG
Very good
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Copthorne Hotel Plymouth
All aspects of the stay were very satisfactory
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Mainstone
Estover
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Estover and surrounding area, you can visit Saltram House and Home Park.
Derriford
When in Derriford, you can plan a visit to Home Park and Drake Circus, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Widewell
While there might not be top attractions in Widewell, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Home Park and Drake Circus.
Crown Hill
Crown Hill is well liked for many features, particularly its restaurants, seaside views and golf courses. Though there may not be top sights in Crown Hill, consider stopping by Home Park or Drake Circus, located nearby.
Southway
While Southway isn't home to many top sights, Home Park and China Fleet Country Club are some notable places to visit nearby.
Mutley
While Mutley isn't home to many top sights, Drake Circus and The Box are some notable places to visit nearby.
