About Torquay
Name of location: Torquay Famous landmarks: Kents Cavern, Thatcher Rock, Dartmoor National Park Cuisines within a 20-minute walk: An extensive selection of international cuisines Transport within a 10-minute walk: Buses Top 5 reasons to choose this city: World famous for hospitality and a warm welcome; surrounded by outstanding natural beauty; rich in history and folklore; lively harbourside lifestyle; first- rate visitor provisions and services What makes this city unique? Situated in the UK’s only UNESCO listed urban geo park; perfect location for access to the natural beauty of Cornwall and the South coast Alternative things to do: Embark on a breathtaking hike around South Devon and Dartmoor; enjoy seaside watersports; discover a wealth of local literary history; visit the UK’s only UNESCO geo park City personality: Active nightlife; charming, eco-friendly, foodie scene; friendly; hiking; historical; laid-back; natural landscape; ocean views; picturesque
Examples of nearby cities to visit: Exeter (Travel time: 25 minutes, price of return ticket: £10); London (Travel time: 2.5/3 hours, price of return ticket: £105)
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