Babbacombe Travel Guide

Torquay

Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens featuring a park
Babbacombe Beach showing rocky coastline
Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens which includes a small town or village, outdoor art and a park
Babbacombe Beach which includes a pebble beach and rugged coastline as well as a family
Babbacombe Beach showing rugged coastline, a coastal town and boating

Marvel at the beautiful red cliffs, clear sea views and pretty beaches of this district filled with natural beauty and top tourist attractions.

Babbacombe is a scenic coastal area of Torquay where you will find plenty of natural attractions as well as tourist sights. Come here to see for yourself why this beautiful part of the world has been protected by UNESCO as part of the English Riviera Global Geopark. Wander along beautiful beaches, go hiking at the top of dramatic cliffs, have fun at family-oriented attractions and stay in a pretty, old-fashioned fisherman’s cottage.

Start your day in Babbacombe with an early-morning walk along the stunning Babbacombe Downs. This coastal pathway proudly lays claim to being England’s highest clifftop promenade. Depending on the time of year, you can see colonies of seabirds here, and if you look out to sea you may even get lucky and see seals or a pod of dolphins.

Kids will love riding the Babbacombe Cliff Railway. Climb aboard this cute funicular railway to get down to Oddicombe Beach, where clean sands and blue waters await. In addition to being a welcoming, family-friendly place to play on the sand and splash around, this is a great spot for trying out some water sports.

Make sure you take a trip to some of the other family attractions in the area, too. Step back in time as you walk down a reconstruction of a Victorian street at Bygones, or marvel at the detail in the tiny scenes laid out in the Babbacombe Model Village. Enjoy an atmospheric stroll through the Kents Cavern Prehistoric Caves, an adventure both adults and kids will enjoy. In the evening, see a fun variety show at the Babbacombe Theatre.

Make your way northeast on foot for around half an hour to reach Babbacombe from Torquay’s main tourist area. Choose to stay in one of the many hotels and apartments in bustling Torquay, or go for the quiet option of a break based in Babbacombe itself. Come in the warmer months to make the most of the striking landscapes that have made this area famous.


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Top hotels in Babbacombe

The Trecarn Hotel

The Trecarn Hotel

3 out of 5
Palermo Road, Torquay, England
The price is Rp893.953 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp893.953
Rp1.072.831 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Torquay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
6.4/10 (760 reviews)
"Room was a little small but beds were comfortable!"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

The Trecarn Hotel
The Babbacombe Hotel

The Babbacombe Hotel

3.5 out of 5
The Sea Front, Babbacombe Downs Road, Torquay, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.189.451 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp2.189.451
Rp2.627.341 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Torquay. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (102 reviews)
"The room was lovely and clean, the bathroom was spotless. The bed was comfy and the room was really quiet. The internet access was awful in our room but improved in the main area of the hotel. We felt the food options were very limited. The roast carvery needed a better variety of vegetables in my ..."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

The Babbacombe Hotel
Exeter Rougemont hotel by Sunday

Exeter Rougemont hotel by Sunday

3.5 out of 5
Queen Street, Exeter, England
The price is Rp1.275.903 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp1.275.903
Rp1.531.083 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Exeter. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (960 reviews)
Honest British Reviewer
"Great hotel, great evening meal, would definitely stay here again. Staff friendly, parking is rubbish as the size of the car park is nonsense compared to the rooms."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Exeter Rougemont hotel by Sunday
The Imperial Torquay

The Imperial Torquay

4 out of 5
Park Hill Road, Torquay, England
The price is Rp1.092.714 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
Rp1.092.714
Rp1.311.257 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Torquay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"super view over Torbay"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

The Imperial Torquay
voco Zeal Exeter Science Park by IHG

voco Zeal Exeter Science Park by IHG

4 out of 5
Exeter Science Park, Babbage Way, Exeter, England
The price is Rp1.620.860 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
Rp1.620.860
Rp1.945.032 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Exeter. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Adrenalin Games Paintball ...
9/10 Wonderful! (88 reviews)
"Fantastic stay as always great staff and really friendly."

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

voco Zeal Exeter Science Park by IHG
Courtyard by Marriott Exeter Sandy Park

Courtyard by Marriott Exeter Sandy Park

4 out of 5
Sandy Park Way, Exeter, England
The price is Rp1.380.266 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
Rp1.380.266
Rp1.656.319 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Exeter. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (871 reviews)
Great room
"Great room with two windows and views Room 719 Safe parking Excellent choice at breakfast Hotel is super convenient for access to A30 and M5"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Exeter Sandy Park
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Other neighbourhoods around Babbacombe

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Torquay City Centre

4.5/5(384 area reviews)

Torquay City Centre is a destination visitors seek out for its great bars, beautiful seaside views and captivating waterfront views. You might also want to check out attractions like Princess Theatre or Torquay Marina while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Torquay City Centre

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