Plymouth Weekend City Breaks and Tourist Attractions to Visit

Vacations in Britain seem to be incredibly popular at the moment, due to the the current economy and the low value of the pound. Great Britain has a large number of top tourist destinations including London (the English capital city) and other fascinating cities plus a fine selection of seaside resorts such as; Blackpool, Bognor Regis, Clacton-on-Sea and Eastbourne. One town commonly overlooked is Plymouth in the south of England.

When you first arrive Plymouth appears a little plain and primarily modern, but searching a little deeper and you will quickly find that Plymouth has a rich history and a deep association with the sea. As long ago as the 16th century there has been a port in the town. In 1588 Francis Drake embarked from the port at Plymouth to defend Britain against the Spanish Armada. Another historic moment occurred in sixteen twenty when port witnessed the embarkation of the Pilgrim Fathers.

It is possible to take inexpensive vacations in Plymouth by staying in bed and breakfast in Plymouth rather than booking a posh hotel. A quick look online will show that you can make a reservation from £29 a night and some places have reasonably priced dinners too, often equivalent to, or less expensive than local restaurants.

Things To See And Do In Plymouth

There are a great many places of interest in the town which are worth a visit. Popular tourist attractions include; the old quay at Sutton Harbour, Merchant’s House Museum, the Barbican district and the National Marine Aquarium. A cruise around the naval base is an excellent way to spend some time but if you find that you have more time why not take a trip to places near to Plymouth, such as; Saltram House, Mount Edgcumbe or Buckland Abbey.

Saltram House is a pretty Tudor Mansion which is located two miles from Plymouth, Mount Edgcumbe is another Tudor house with parklands, coastal paths and landscaped gardens, and Buckland Abbey, roughly 6 miles in distance from Plymouth, is a Cistercian abbey which was at one time by Francis Drake and was at a later date renovated as a family home.

If you are currently considering spending some time in the city of  Plymouth it is crucial that you reserve your  accommodation as early as possible as, unfortunately Plymouth hotels tend to be amazingly busy and are often fully booked for weeks or even months in advance. If you are a large group you may find that serviced apartments in Plymouth are a more affordable option to Plymouth bed and breakfast. If you are visiting the United Kingdom from overseas then you could consider making a reservation for a room in London hotels to take in the sights of the nations capital too.