West Hoe Travel Guide
Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

National Marine Aquarium
Discover the creatures that live deep in the world’s oceans and learn about the importance of conservation at the largest aquarium in the U.K.

Hoe Park
After visiting Hoe Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Plymouth. Discover the lively bars and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.

Royal Citadel
This 17th-century stronghold was a bastion of military strength. Explore the walls and fortifications with a guided tour.

Plymouth Gin Distillery
Sip on expertly made gin in a historic distillery that has been making spirits for over two centuries in the same spot on Plymouth’s waterfront.

Mayflower Steps
Among the fishing boats of Plymouth’s harbor is a memorial to the settlers who went on to found one of the first American colonies.

Elizabethan House
Step inside this wonderfully preserved house to see how a merchant or sea captain would have lived in the 1500s, a time when Plymouth was a prosperous port city.
Activities

Discover Plymouth: Self Guided Walk & Interactive Treasure Hunt

2-Day Tour of King Arthur's Cornwall in Tintagel, Boscastle and Dartmoor from Glastonbury
Our pick of the best West Hoe Hotel Deals

Moxy Plymouth
Great addition to the Plymouth hotel scene. Great bar and entrance to meet mates. Rooms are perfect.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026

Future Inn Plymouth
Restaurant food and staff very good.comfortable accommodation.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026

Copthorne Hotel Plymouth
Lovely hotel with nice friendly staff. Car parking is tight at the front but can park underneath. Breakfast was nice with plenty of options. Would highly recommend and would definitely use this place again.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026

Leonardo Hotel Plymouth
staff excellent very professional carng impressed i must say i was stayed with my Autistic grandson a little confusing i booked family roon due to his needs but had a double room not ideal but manageable breakfast good bar area excellent i would recommend the hotel i am booking again for September ...
Reviewed on 14 May 2026

Luxury Beach House Rental with Hot Tub, 30 meters to Beach
Amazing place to stay! Very clean & welcoming. We were very comfortable & had everything we needed for a lovely week away with the family
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026

St. Mellion Estate
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Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Hoe

Barbican
Barbican is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Bowling Green and Smeaton's Tower while in the area.

Royal William Yard
Check out the restaurants, seaside views and historical sites while spending some time in Royal William Yard. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like Plymouth Pavilions or Mount Edgcumbe House and Country Park.

Beaumont
While Beaumont may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Drake Circus and Plymouth Gin Distillery.

Stoke
Stoke is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can plan an outing to Home Park and Plymouth Pavilions while you're in town.

Turnchapel
Travellers like the monuments in Turnchapel, and South Devon is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Mutley
While Mutley isn't home to many top sights, The Box and Drake Circus are some notable places to visit nearby.
