
Guide to the Areas of Plymouth, Devon
Below a look at the main areas of the city and further guides on the areas:
Barbican History
The Barbican history - Learn about why the Barbican is names as it is and about the historical significance of this location which sits on the edge of Plymouth Sound.
Barbican Attractions
Barbican attractions - The Barbican in Plymouth is home to some interesting tourist attractions including the Plymouth Gin factory, the fish market and Plymouth Aquarium.
Plymouth Hoe
Plymouth Hoe - is well known to many with Smeatons Tower Lighthouse one of the most recognizable attractions in Plymouth.
Cawsands
Cawsands near Plymouth - is a popular
summer location for its beaches and local village and is located across Plymouth Sound and in Cornwall.
Mount Edgecumbe, Cornwall
Mount Edgecumbe, Cornwall - is another excellent day trip from Plymouth and only a short ferry ride across Plymouth Sound.
Looe and Polperro
Looe and Polperro are two small fishing villages a few miles from Plymouth, across in Cornwall. Two excellent day trips.
Devonport and the Dockyard
Devonport Plymouth is an area well known for its historical value with what was one of the UKs leading dockyards. This area is fairly close to the city centre and still a popular sailing and boating area.

