Things to Do in Heavitree
25 attractions and days out
Escape Room Challenges
Prodigy Escapes
Challenge your family's problem-solving skills at this Exeter escape room venue, where you'll race against the clock to crack codes and unravel mysteries together in immersive themed adventures.
Cinema & Theatre
Vue Exeter
Catch the latest blockbusters across seven screens at this modern multiplex cinema, complete with onsite parking, wheelchair access and a snack bar to keep the whole family entertained.
Boat Tours & Cruises
Exeter Woollen Trail
Discover Exeter's fascinating textile heritage on this guided walking tour starting from the Tourist Information Centre, with refreshments available along the way.
Swimming & Leisure Centres
St Sidwell's Point Leisure Centre
This modern Exeter leisure centre welcomes families with excellent facilities including swimming pools, accessible amenities, baby changing rooms and an onsite restaurant, plus convenient nearby parking.
Cinema & Theatre
ODEON Exeter
Catch the latest blockbusters across four big screens at this city-centre cinema on Sidwell Street, complete with snacks, accessible facilities and convenient nearby parking for families.
Trails & Treasure Hunts
The Exeter Mystery Treasure Trail
Become detectives and solve the puzzling disappearance of Caroline Cudmore on this interactive family trail through Exeter. This wheelchair-accessible adventure lets you bring a picnic while hunting for clues around the city.
Caves & Mines
Exeters Underground Passages
Venture beneath Exeter's historic streets to explore medieval vaulted tunnels built centuries ago to bring fresh water into the city, offering a unique subterranean adventure for families.
Watersports
Haven Banks Outdoor Education Centre
An accessible waterside venue offering exciting aquatic activities for families, with convenient parking and picnic-friendly facilities on Haven Road.
Climbing & Bouldering
Clip n Climb Exeter
Young adventurers aged 4-18 can scale colourful climbing walls and tackle exciting challenges like the Jungle Gym at this Haven Banks venue, featuring an onsite restaurant and accessible facilities.
Sailing & Kayaking
Saddles and Paddles
Explore the waterways with kayaking and sailing adventures from this quayside location, complete with an onsite restaurant for refuelling between sessions on the water.
Sightseeing & Attractions
Curious About Exeter
Explore the historic city through an engaging walking experience beginning at Northernhay Gardens, with refreshments available along the way and accessible routes for wheelchair users.
Bowling Alleys
Tenpin Exeter
Strike up family fun at this modern bowling venue in Havenbanks Retail Park, complete with onsite dining, accessible facilities and convenient parking for a hassle-free day out.
Go Karting & Driving Experiences
Raceworld Indoor Karting
Get your adrenaline pumping at this exciting indoor karting venue where speed enthusiasts can race around the track, with refreshments available on-site to refuel after your high-octane session.
Museums & Galleries
The Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery
Discover centuries of Devon heritage through hands-on exhibits at this award-winning Exeter museum, featuring everything from world cultures to natural history in a stunning Victorian building.
Climbing & Bouldering
The Quay Climbing Centre
Scale exciting indoor walls at this riverside climbing venue offering routes for all abilities, with convenient onsite parking though visitors should plan ahead for refreshments and facilities.
Museums & Galleries
St Nicholas Priory
Step inside a fascinating medieval monastery building on Fore Street, where families can explore ancient rooms and discover how monks lived centuries ago in this unique Exeter landmark.
Museums & Galleries
Bill Douglas Centre - History of Cinema
Discover the magic of early cinema at this fascinating free museum housed in Exeter University's Old Library, showcasing vintage film equipment, posters and memorabilia through the ages.
Trampoline & Bounce Parks
iBounce Exeter
Launch into airborne adventure at this action-packed trampoline centre where little ones and bigger kids can leap, flip and play across springy zones, plus special toddler times and illuminated evening sessions.
Parks & Play Areas
Exeter Sculpture Walk
Explore an outdoor art trail featuring three dozen striking sculptures scattered across the University of Exeter's scenic Streatham Campus, perfect for a cultural family outing with picnic opportunities.
Indoor Soft Play
Bear Feet Play Centre
This expansive indoor play venue offers youngsters classic soft play equipment and adventure zones, with an onsite restaurant, accessible facilities and convenient parking for hassle-free family visits.
Sightseeing & Attractions
Topsham Treasure Hunt Trail
Set sail on an exciting self-guided adventure through historic Topsham, perfect for young explorers seeking pirate-themed fun. This wheelchair-accessible trail from Station Road offers families a swashbuckling outdoor experience.
Swimming & Leisure Centres
Topsham Swimming Pool
A community swimming facility on Fore Street offering aquatic activities for families, with convenient nearby parking though limited accessibility features and no baby changing rooms or picnic areas.
Museums & Galleries
Clyston Mill
This welcoming Broadclyst museum offers wheelchair access and family-friendly facilities including baby changing rooms and onsite parking, making it an easy day out for visitors of all ages.
Theme Parks & Funfairs
Crealy Theme Park & Resort
Adventure awaits at this Devon theme park where little ones can enjoy dinosaur-themed rides, water attractions and animal encounters, all in wheelchair and pushchair-accessible surroundings perfect for families.
Adventure Golf
Footgolf on the Exe
Kick a football around this accessible course beside the River Exe, where families can enjoy a fun hybrid of soccer and golf with refreshments available and dogs welcome to join the action.
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