Whitleigh Travel Guide
Plymouth
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 top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.
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.
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.
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.
Royal Citadel
This 17th-century stronghold was a bastion of military strength. Explore the walls and fortifications with a guided tour.
Things to do
Plymouth: Self Guided City Walk and Interactive Treasure Hunt
2-Day Tour of King Arthur's Cornwall in Tintagel, Boscastle and Dartmoor from Glastonbury
Top hotels in Whitleigh
Moxy Plymouth
Third visit and will gladly stay again - friendly staff, lovely room, really quiet, and central location
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Future Inn Plymouth
I wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again. Been here for 4 nights as we needed easy access to Derriford for my daughter’s work experience. Discovered a short cut to the hospital and were there in minutes. Roads were always clear at any time. Also, the perfect base to explore Dartmoor which I did during ...
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Leonardo Hotel Plymouth
Comfortable bed friendly staff and nice selection of items at breakfast
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Copthorne Hotel Plymouth
Clean room, staff were pleasant enough, parking was secure breakfast was okay; however, food was luke warm only.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Crowne Plaza Plymouth by IHG
Great hotel & very clean & breakfast is very nice . Staff are always helpful 10/10
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
St. Mellion Estate
An excellent hotel, but let down by the breakfast. It used to be outstanding, now it’s like a low-budget hotel version.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Whitleigh
Crown Hill
Crown Hill is well liked for many features, particularly its restaurants, seaside views and golf courses. Though there may not be top sights in Crown Hill, consider stopping by Home Park or Drake Circus, located nearby.
Southway
While Southway isn't home to many top sights, Home Park and Buckland Abbey are some notable places to visit nearby.
Derriford
When in Derriford, you can plan a visit to Home Park and Drake Circus, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
St. Budeaux
Though St. Budeaux may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Home Park and Mary Newman's Cottage.
Widewell
While there might not be top attractions in Widewell, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Buckland Abbey and Home Park.
Estover
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Estover and surrounding area, you can visit Home Park and Drake Circus.
