Dawlish, right next to Dawlish Warren, can be reached by taking a stroll across the Sea Wall. This tranquil, pretty town is is centred around The Lawn and Brook, home to the famous black swans. There is also a museum where you can learn the history of Dawlish and surrounding areas. If you visit in August, you can catch the Dawlish Carnival, a spectacle not to be missed! See our Guide to Dawlish.

Exmouth is a lively town, situated on the east coast of Devon, where the River Exe meets the sea. The town offers a diverse selection of shops, places to eat and things to do, including top quality water sports such as wind-surfing and kite-surfing, fantastic routes for cycling and walking. A traditional seaside town, with its promenade and rock pools, it’s a real picture-postcard place to visit.

If you’ve never been to Shaldon, you’ve missed a treat. Situated on the South Devon coast across the Teign estuary and opposite Teignmouth, Shaldon is an unspoilt village with a thriving community. Shaldon is not as commercial as many of the South Devon towns, but is perfect if you want to experience real Devon life firsthand. Don’t forget Ness Cove beach, accessed through an original smuggler’s tunnel!

Incorporating Torquay, Paignton and  Brixham – Torbay, also known as the English Riviera, offers visitors a traditional seaside holiday experience with plenty of tourist attractions to keep all the family entertained. Plus, it is a UNESCO Global Geopark, boasting 22 miles of beautiful coastline and no less than 20 beaches or coves to enjoy.

Teignmouth attracts visitors every year for views of the breathtaking scenery from the town pier and the delightful collection of little shops. For visitors coming in summer, the town hosts an annual folk festival and the local Teignmouth Carnival is held during the last week of July.

Brixham is still one of the busiest fishing ports in the UK and a working town, but it’s also a place where you can discover a range of arts and culture, excellent local food and some unique attractions. Brixham attracts visitors for its character, charm and combination of tradition and an enthusiasm for contemporary styles.

Tucked between Dartmoor and the South Devon coastline, next to the River Dart, Totnes is an ancient and rather bohemian town in Devon. It devotes itself in equal measure to arts and crafts, eccentric lifestyles, and history and architecture. See our historical places to visit in Totnes article.

In addition to the shops and weekly markets, there’s also some must-see sights, like Totnes Castle, Bogan House Costume Museum, and for the children there’s Totnes Rare Breeds Farm.

Dartmouth is located at the mouth of the River Dart opposite the picturesque village of Kingswear. With its enchanting streets and scenic river location you have to go a long way to find a town as pretty.

Dartmouth has a strong maritime heritage and is packed with events and things to do throughout the year. The cobbled streets are packed with independent shops and galleries and wonderful restaurants serving fresh seafood and South Devon crab.

The village that everyone knows through the popular song (Tom Pearce and his Grey Mare). Widecombe is a big draw for visitors the world over with the church tower being visible from many vantage points around the eastern moorlands of Dartmoor.

There is a church, pubs, and shops within the village making it a must-visit location as part of a visit to Dartmoor. Perhaps enjoying a cream tea whilst you are there.