What to do in Dartmoor Forest

Activities, attractions and tours

A calm lake with clear water, surrounded by trees and hills.
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A dry, grassy landscape with rolling hills and scattered rocks.
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A hill with sparse vegetation and a clear sky.
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A grassy hill with a small structure at the top.
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A stone bridge over a calm river, surrounded by grassy banks and trees.
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Things to do

Plymouth: 1-Hour Scenic Harbour Cruise

Plymouth: 1-Hour Scenic Harbour Cruise

Rp296.351
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Plymouth: 1-Hour Scenic Harbour Cruise
Plymouth’s Mayflower and Citadel: An Audio Tour

Plymouth’s Mayflower and Citadel: An Audio Tour

Rp179.480
per adult
Plymouth’s Mayflower and Citadel: An Audio Tour
Walking Tour Experience in Plymouth

'Plymouth: Harbour to Hoe' Guided Walking Tour

Rp355.963
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
'Plymouth: Harbour to Hoe' Guided Walking Tour
Dartmoor Audio Driving Tour: 10,000 Years of Human History

Dartmoor Audio Driving Tour: 10,000 Years of Human History

Rp357.801
per traveller
Dartmoor Audio Driving Tour: 10,000 Years of Human History
'Royal William Yard: Maritime Masterpiece' Guided Walking Tour

'Royal William Yard: Maritime Masterpiece' Guided Walking Tour

Rp296.362
per adult
'Royal William Yard: Maritime Masterpiece' Guided Walking Tour
The Hunt, an exciting cat-and-mouse game in Plymouth

The Hunt, an exciting cat-and-mouse game in Plymouth

Rp212.125
per adult
The Hunt, an exciting cat-and-mouse game in Plymouth
Tintagel castle Tor's Tours

2-Day Tour of King Arthur's Cornwall in Tintagel, Boscastle and Dartmoor from Glastonbury

Rp8.297.836
per adult
2-Day Tour of King Arthur's Cornwall in Tintagel, Boscastle and Dartmoor from Glastonbury
Discover Plymouth: Self Guided Walk & Interactive Treasure Hunt

Plymouth Self Guided Treasure Hunt & Outdoor Exploration Game

Rp686.350
per traveller
Plymouth Self Guided Treasure Hunt & Outdoor Exploration Game
Dartmoor Tour

Dartmoor Tour

Rp11.261.349
per adult
Dartmoor Tour
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Dartmoor Prison Museum

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You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Dartmoor Prison Museum during your travels in Princetown. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.
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Day trip destinations from Dartmoor Forest

A coastal town with historic buildings, a waterfront, and a bus terminal.

Plymouth

A large, historic stone building with multiple chimneys and steeply pitched roofs.
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Cornwood

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Frequently asked questions

Is Dartmoor Forest worth visiting?
Dartmoor Forest offers a unique mix of local charm, culture and attractions. Whether you're into outdoor activities, history or local culinary flavours, there's plenty here to enjoy.
How do I spend a day in Dartmoor Forest?
Kick your day off with a visit to National Park Visitor Centre Princetown and National Park Visitor Centre Postbridge. Then, tour other parts of Dartmoor Forest for local restaurants and a little retail therapy.
What is the top tourist attraction in Dartmoor Forest?
National Park Visitor Centre Princetown is one of the top tourist attractions in Dartmoor Forest and should be high on every sightseeing list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Dartmoor Forest?
You can easily tick off popular sights like National Park Visitor Centre Princetown, National Park Visitor Centre Postbridge and clapper bridge with a three-day trip to Dartmoor Forest. On average, many travellers book two days here. There's plenty to experience nearby too, so stay a while longer and check out Exeter.
Is Dartmoor Forest a walkable city?
It all comes down to what you want to do and see in Dartmoor Forest. Several sights, like National Park Visitor Centre Postbridge and clapper bridge, are reachable on foot. If you're up for a stroll around some of Dartmoor Forest's neighbourhoods, Two Bridges is 3 kilometers away from downtown, while Postbridge is 3 kilometers away from the city centre and also within walking distance.
What are some activities to do in Dartmoor Forest with kids?
If you're searching for sights and tours for all of your group, we've got some awesome ideas for what to do in Dartmoor Forest with kids.
What to do in Dartmoor Forest for adults?
Whether you're a food lover, culture enthusiast or fan of nature, there are loads of things to do in Dartmoor Forest for adults including Dartmoor Prison Museum and Dartmoor Prison Heritage Centre.
Are there free things to do in Dartmoor Forest?
From checking out parks to strolling around exciting neighbourhoods, it's a breeze to find free things to do in Dartmoor Forest. If you're in need of ideas, get some recommendations from a local tour guide. National Park Visitor Centre Princetown is a top spot for anyone planning to save on their sightseeing adventures.