Walk the South West Coast Path
Dartmouth/surrounds 3 hrs
Hike a section of the famous coastal path for breathtaking views of the coastline.
Where to stay
Hotels in Dartmouth
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At a glance
Climate
Temperate
Languages
English
Local currency
GBP
(GBP)
Local time
(GMT+1)
Ideal trip length
2–5 days
Cost level
4 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Dartmouth Town Centre
Tap water
Generally described as safe to drink
Tipping
Optional 10-15% for good service
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
80 · Very good
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Fish and Chips
Devon Cream Tea
Seafood Platter
Pasties
When to visit Dartmouth
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: July, August
Busiest: Jul-Aug
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Jan30
Cold, often wet
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Feb35
Chilly, quiet
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Mar45
Cool, spring blooms
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Apr60
Mild, brighter days
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May75
Pleasant, less crowded
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Jun85
Warm, sunny, busy
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Jul90
Warmest, peak season
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Aug90
Warm, very busy
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Sept80
Mild, quieter
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Oct65
Cooler, autumn colours
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Nov40
Chilly, damp
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Dec30
Cold, festive
Things to do in Dartmouth
6 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
1 place
Best in the afternoon
3 places
Britannia Royal Naval College Tour
Dartmouth 2 hrs
Discover the iconic training ground for Royal Naval officers with a guided tour.
River Dart Cruise
Dartmouth 2 hrs
Take a relaxing boat trip along the River Dart, admiring the picturesque scenery.
Greenway House and Garden
Galmpton 3 hrs
Visit Agatha Christie's beloved holiday home, now a National Trust property.
Any time of day
2 places
Dartmouth Steam Railway & River Boat Company
Kingswear/Dartmouth 4 hrs
Enjoy a scenic steam train and river boat journey through stunning South Devon.
Dartmouth Castle
Dartmouth 2 hrs
Explore a historic fortress guarding the mouth of the Dart Estuary for over 600 years.
Practical ratings
Our own ratings and key insights for this destination.
Near Dartmouth
Straight-line distance from the centre of Dartmouth.
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