The Easter holidays are here, and Plymouth offers a variety of exciting activities and attractions to keep the whole family entertained. 

Check out some of our top favourite things to do in the city during the holidays! 

Get outdoors

The Barbican 

Explore one of Plymouth's most historic areas at The Barbican. The cobbled streets hold many stories of Plymouth's fascinating past and are lined with restaurants, cafes and iconic attractions to explore on your visit.

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Mount Edgcumbe House and Country Park

Take a trip across the water to South East Cornwall and explore the fascinating gardens of Mount Edgcumbe House and Country Park . Make your way up the hill to the iconic house built in 1500 and admire the stunning views back across to Plymouth. The gardens are a haven of history and provide a great day out for all of the family.

Saltram House 

Get outdoors this holiday season at the serene landscapes of Saltram House. A tranquil garden plus historic parkland are waiting to be explored at the picturesque National Trust venue. There's also plenty of Easter adventures to look forward to, including a sack race, a game of hook-a-duck, and more. 

Explore the 500 acres of parkland which is home to farmland, beaches, different habitats an estuary and so much more within the stunning environment. 

Plymouth Trails

Explore Plymouth during Easter in a new way with the Plymouth Trails app. It's free to download from the App Store or Google Play, where you can embark on a number of trails that give you an in-depth tour of the city. 

Indoor attractions 

The Box

This Easter head to Plymouth's award-winning museum, archive, and gallery, The Box. It's free to enter and is home to interactive exhibits, galleries which delve into Plymouth's past, family-friendly sessions, and more. Current exhibitions at the museum include Planet Ocean, John Lyons: Carnivalesque,  and Windrush in the South West while family-friendly workshops run throughout the holidays including Family Fun: Tell Me a Story. 

Continue Arcades

Get your game on at Continue Arcades in Plymouth city centre. Enjoy unlimited play across more than 40 arcade machines, retro consoles and multiplayer stations, taking you on a journey through gaming history. Simply pay on entry and enjoy endless gaming fun. 

Mayflower Museum

Explore the history of the famous Mayflower ship at the Mayflower Museum on the Barbican. Take a journey through the years as you make your way across three floors experiencing history, encounters, exploration, impacts, plus commemoration and legacies of the ship and its sailors.

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Theatre Royal Plymouth

Take in a show at the largest and best attended regional producing theatre in the UK, Theatre Royal Plymouth this Easter holidays. There's plenty of shows to look forward to throughout the holidays including Little Red Hen, Cinderella, Dear Evan Hansen, and more. 

Cineworld Plymouth

Experience the latest family-friendly films at Cineworld Plymouth during the Easter holidays. The state-of-the-art cinema is impossible to miss at Drake Circus, The Barcode and is home to 12 screens which include IMAX and 4DX technology. There's plenty of films on show every day, meaning it's a great family day out should you visit on a rainy day. 

Eating out 

Plymouth offers plenty of family-friendly dining options during the holidays. Seafood lovers can indulge in freshly-caught delights at The Boathouse, located near the Mayflower Steps on The Barbican. This restaurant is renowned for its vibrant flavors, celebrating the best local seafood catches from around the region.

For a meal with a view, The News Cafe at Royal William Yard is a fantastic choice. Overlooking the water, this welcoming venue boasts a diverse menu with plenty of delicious options to satisfy hungry appetites during the holiday season.

In Plymouth city centre, Las Iguanas is a popular destination among families. Located at Drake Circus The Barcode, it offers a taste of Latin America with unique flavour blends and inspiring recipes from Brazil, Mexico, and other South American countries.

Discover the full range of family-friendly restaurants in Plymouth.

Admire animals 

National Marine Aquarium

Rain or shine there is plenty to explore and entertain at the National Marine Aquarium this Easter. Home to over 4,00 underwater animals, the Aquarium will take you on a journey across the World's oceans, from Plymouth Sound all the way Down Under to the Great Barrier Reef. The Aquarium is also hosting a variety of expereinces throughout Easter including Quiet at The Aquarium and the Zebra Shark Experience. 

Dartmoor Zoo

Treat the family to a trip to Dartmoor Zoo. The zoo boasts a wonderful 33 acres of woodland, celebrating a wide range of exotic and native animals. Among these include the biggest variety of big cats in the South West of England! Dartmoor Zoo is a charity dedicated to wildlife conservation, education and research. There are regular daily events such as public talks at feeding times, animal encounters and special activities for the family during the holidays.

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Pennywell Farm 

Enjoy a fun-filled experience packed full of animals, hands-on activities, rides, play-time, shows and displays at Pennywell Farm near Plymouth. The cute farm hosts a wide variety of activities throughout the day and has something to delight everyone from super cute piglets to tractor racing! 

Visit the dedicated Easter in Plymouth page for a full list of events, attractions and things to do! 

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