About Torre Abbey
This historic Kings Drive landmark offers families a glimpse into centuries past with onsite dining and parking, though accessibility is limited and visitors should note the no-picnic policy.
What's nearby
- Waves Leisure Pool next door
- TLH Toorak Hotel 200m away
- Riviera International Centre 200m away
- The Berburry Hotel, Torquay, Devon 250m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Free car park
- ✓Paid car park
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet
- ✓Accessible seating
Payment
- ✓Contactless
Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.
Photos
Photos via Google
Opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.
What visitors say
Very interesting place in beautiful settings a reasonable museum not overly stocked but some very interesting history around the dissolution of the abbey by Henry the 8th. Friendly staff and beautiful gardens the green house was very nice filled with all types of plants and trees would recommend a visit
· via Google
First time visiting torre abbey. Really enjoyed the art work & the history of the abbey & the gardens were a delight to walk around .
· via Google
Absolute hidden gem! Was super surprised by the amount of stuff there, very well cared for and displayed. Staff were the best bit; very knowledgeable and gave us umbrellas to look around outside as it was tipping it down! There was only 1 other person looking round, so was very quiet and could proper take our time with all the rooms and stunning objects. The considerable world war section kept my boyfriend and father very busy, and the medieval section had some really cool things - I would recommend for families with kids, lots of interactive videos and displays. Real nice daytrip if you're looking for a spot of history 😊 And gardens would look gorgeous in the sunshine!
· via Google
Worth getting a years membership just for use of the gardens alone! Imagine a land where you can sit on the grass without the paranoia of having your picnic in a dog's toilet. Paradise in the bay.
· via Google
Visitors say this historic abbey features beautiful, well-maintained gardens, an extensive art collection, and engaging museum exhibits detailing its 800-year history. They also highlight the reasonable entry price, considering the amount to explore, and the knowledgeable, friendly staff. Others mention the convenient location, with parking a short walk away and easy access to the seafront.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- The King's Drive, Torquay, TQ2 5JE Get directions
- Category
- Landmarks & Monuments
- Guest rating
- 4.5 / 5 (1,143 reviews)
- Suitable for
- Ages 4+
- Setting
- Indoor & outdoor
- Good for children
- Yes
- Toilets on site
- Yes
- Destination
- Torquay