Brixham
Brixham

Brixham Travel Guide 2026: Top Attractions, Things to do & Itinerary | Trip.com | August 2026

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Things to do in Brixham

What to do

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Paignton Zoo Environmental Park
Paignton Zoo Environmental Park
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Zoos & aquariums
Brixham Harbour
Brixham Harbour
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Natural scenery
Beaches and shores
Paignton Pier
Paignton Pier
3.6
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Babbacombe Model Village & Gardens
Babbacombe Model Village & Gardens
3.5
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Kents Cavern Prehistoric Caves
Kents Cavern Prehistoric Caves
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Dartmouth Steam Railway - (Paignton, Station)
Dartmouth Steam Railway - (Paignton, Station)
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National Trust - Greenway
National Trust - Greenway
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Berry Head National Nature Reserve
Berry Head National Nature Reserve
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Natural scenery
National Trust - Coleton Fishacre
National Trust - Coleton Fishacre
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Blackpool Sands
Blackpool Sands
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Beaches and shores

Where to stay

Discover the most popular places to stay in Brixham, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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What to eat

Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Brixham dishes and foodie spots.
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The Old Coaching Inn Brixham
The Old Coaching Inn Brixham
4.3/56 Review
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Western cuisine
Avg. $23/person
The West Country Deli
The West Country Deli
4.7/57 Review
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Coffee shop
Avg. $9/person
Fullers Pasties
Fullers Pasties
4.6/57 Review
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Western cuisine
Avg. $3/person
The Guardhouse Cafe
The Guardhouse Cafe
4.7/57 Review
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Western cuisine
Avg. $9/person
Simply Fish
Simply Fish
4.3/57 Review
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Seafood
The Blue Anchor
The Blue Anchor
4.4/57 Review
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Bars/bistros
Fishcombe Cove Cafe
Fishcombe Cove Cafe
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Coffee shop
Sea view
Claws Indoors
Claws Indoors
4.1/57 Review
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Seafood
The Burton
The Burton
4.7/57 Review
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Bars/bistros
The Vigilance - JD Wetherspoon
The Vigilance - JD Wetherspoon
4.1/57 Review
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Bars/bistros
Balti Nights
Balti Nights
3.3/57 Review
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Southeast Asian cuisine
La Petite Maison, Brixham
La Petite Maison, Brixham
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Western cuisine

Brixham Moments: Through Travelers' Eyes

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Brixham Devon, a seaside town in southwest England

Morning: Harbour Charm and Historic Ships

Brixham Harbour: Enjoy the colorful fishing village houses and moored fishing boats, experiencing the authentic English Riviera.

Golden Hind Museum Ship: Visit the 1:1 scale replica of the historic sailing ship "Golden Hind," moored in the harbor, and learn about the stories of pirates and the Age of Exploration. Harbour Brunch: Enjoy coffee, freshly baked pastries, or the famous local fish and chips at a local café by the harbor.

Afternoon: Natural Beauty and Coastal Promenade

Shoalstone Seawater Pool: This is a historic open-air seawater tidal pool (Lido). The 53-meter-long pool is built directly onto the natural rocks of the coastline. At high tide each day, clean seawater naturally fills the pool, providing a unique experience similar to wild swimming but safer. Open free of charge from May to September each year, the pool is operated by a local charity volunteer team. Donation boxes are available on-site, and each swimmer is encouraged to donate 3 pounds (approximately 8.50 pounds for a family) to support maintenance.

Berry Head National Nature Reserve: Head to the cliffside Berry Head National Nature Reserve for stunning sea views; you might even spot dolphins or seabirds.

Breakwater Beach: Stroll along the breakwater or wade in the clear water and enjoy the coastal scenery.

Seafood Dinner: Head to the renowned Rockfish seafood restaurant to savor top-quality fresh catch unloaded that day from England's largest fishing port; you might even spot wild seals.

If you have time to stay overnight, you can join a morning Fish Market Tour to watch the fish being auctioned off after being brought ashore; the price includes breakfast at the famous Rockfish restaurant.

Brixham Devon, a seaside town in southwest England Morning: Harbour Charm and Historic Ships Brixham Harbour: Enjoy the colorful fishing village houses and moored fishing boats, experiencing the authentic English Riviera. Golden Hind Museum Ship: Visit the 1:1 scale replica of the historic sailing ship "Golden Hind," moored in the harbor, and learn about the stories of pirates and the Age of Exploration. Harbour Brunch: Enjoy coffee, freshly baked pastries, or the famous local fish and chips at a local café by the harbor. Afternoon: Natural Beauty and Coastal Promenade Shoalstone Seawater Pool: This is a historic open-air seawater tidal pool (Lido). The 53-meter-long pool is built directly onto the natural rocks of the coastline. At high tide each day, clean seawater naturally fills the pool, providing a unique experience similar to wild swimming but safer. Open free of charge from May to September each year, the pool is operated by a local charity volunteer team. Donation boxes are available on-site, and each swimmer is encouraged to donate 3 pounds (approximately 8.50 pounds for a family) to support maintenance. Berry Head National Nature Reserve: Head to the cliffside Berry Head National Nature Reserve for stunning sea views; you might even spot dolphins or seabirds. Breakwater Beach: Stroll along the breakwater or wade in the clear water and enjoy the coastal scenery. Seafood Dinner: Head to the renowned Rockfish seafood restaurant to savor top-quality fresh catch unloaded that day from England's largest fishing port; you might even spot wild seals. If you have time to stay overnight, you can join a morning Fish Market Tour to watch the fish being auctioned off after being brought ashore; the price includes breakfast at the famous Rockfish restaurant.

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