Title: Things to Do in Sidmouth in 2026 | Expedia.com [Sidmouth Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Sidmouth.dx182643)[Hotels in Sidmouth](https://expedia.com/Sidmouth-Hotels.d182643.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Sidmouth](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Sidmouth.d182643.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Sidmouth](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Sidmouth.d182643.Car-Rental-Guide)[Sidmouth Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Sidmouth.d182643.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Sidmouth ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Sidmouth Types of activities [Sidmouth Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Sidmouth.dx182643) ![Sidmouth](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182643/019af6ed-1ebf-4d8c-8877-866865a013ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sidmouth, England, is a tourist destination and a gateway to the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site. A large part of the town has been designated a conservation area. #BeachTips](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182643/f7e78279-12f4-4c9d-8acc-72be90a2e4b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sidmouth in the rain. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182643/f88c8ba9-5637-478b-b6ef-88e7f11182b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![View of Sidmouth from Connaut Gardens during Folk Week 2017](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182643/cdc331e5-1c5d-4c9a-bdb1-54cfb1efc23f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sidmouth beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182643/580ad190-b2e1-46d2-8085-0353e7c95156.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and vacation rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.com/welcome-one-key) --- ## Recommended things to do in Sidmouth | Number of things to do | 10 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Ghosts and Gothic Tales: Audio Tour of Exeter Haunted History](/things-to-do/ghosts-and-gothic-tales-exeter-haunted-history-audio-tour.a52083068.activity-details): $10 | | Top 5 things to do | [Beer Tasting and Pub Crawl in Historic Clerkenwell](/things-to-do/beer-tasting-and-pub-crawl-in-historic-clerkenwell.a50855406.activity-details)[Ghosts and Gothic Tales: Audio Tour of Exeter Haunted History](/things-to-do/ghosts-and-gothic-tales-exeter-haunted-history-audio-tour.a52083068.activity-details)[Afternoon Tea and Painting Experience](/things-to-do/afternoon-tea-and-painting-experience.a51442181.activity-details)[Wooden Duck Painting or Pottery Painting-Take item home same day](/things-to-do/wooden-duck-painting.a49239648.activity-details)[Exeter the Medieval Powerhouse: A Self-Guided Walking Tour](/things-to-do/exeter-the-medieval-powerhouse-self-guided-walking-tour.a51011125.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [Ghosts and Gothic Tales: Audio Tour of Exeter Haunted History](/things-to-do/ghosts-and-gothic-tales-exeter-haunted-history-audio-tour.a52083068.activity-details)[Wooden Duck Painting or Pottery Painting-Take item home same day](/things-to-do/wooden-duck-painting.a49239648.activity-details)[Exeter the Medieval Powerhouse: A Self-Guided Walking Tour](/things-to-do/exeter-the-medieval-powerhouse-self-guided-walking-tour.a51011125.activity-details) | | With kids | [Afternoon Tea and Painting Experience](/things-to-do/afternoon-tea-and-painting-experience.a51442181.activity-details)[Wooden Duck Painting or Pottery Painting-Take item home same day](/things-to-do/wooden-duck-painting.a49239648.activity-details)[Fly a Motorglider in Devon](/things-to-do/fly-a-motorglider-in-devon.a3412570.activity-details) | ## What to do in Sidmouth --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Sidmouth? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Sidmouth ![Sidmouth in the rain. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182643/f88c8ba9-5637-478b-b6ef-88e7f11182b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sidmouth Beach If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Sidmouth Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Sidmouth. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its bars. [](https://expedia.com/Sidmouth-Beach-Sidmouth.d6094259.Vacation-Attraction) #### The Donkey Sanctuary If you’re visiting the Republic of Ireland’s unspoilt southwest region and fancy adding an unexpected feelgood zip to your trip, it’s hard to beat The Donkey Sanctuary in the lush green hills of County Cork. Kids love the place, and they’re definitely not alone! [](https://expedia.com/The-Donkey-Sanctuary-Sidmouth.d6150517.Vacation-Attraction) #### Sidmouth - Valley, Ridge and Jurassic Coast Walk You can take time to visit Sidmouth - Valley, Ridge and Jurassic Coast Walk during your travels to Sidmouth. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Sidmouth-Valley-Sidmouth.d553248621555971083.Vacation-Attraction) #### Norman Lockyer Observatory Find out about the history of Sidmouth with a stop at Norman Lockyer Observatory. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.com/Norman-Lockyer-Observatory-Sidmouth.d553248621533024181.Vacation-Attraction) #### East Devon Art You can spend time browsing the exhibits at East Devon Art during your trip to Sidmouth. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area, or check out its lively bars. [](https://expedia.com/East-Devon-Art-Sidmouth.d553248621532490258.Vacation-Attraction) #### Jacobs Ladder Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Jacobs Ladder Beach during your trip to Sidmouth? Stroll along this quaint area's seaside, or simply enjoy its coffeehouses. [](https://expedia.com/Jacobs-Ladder-Beach-Sidmouth.d553248635977468738.Vacation-Attraction) #### Historic Sidmouth Find out about the history of Sidmouth with a stop at Historic Sidmouth. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.com/Historic-Sidmouth-Sidmouth.d553248621533024183.Vacation-Attraction) #### South West Coast Path Section 45 Trailhead You can take time to visit South West Coast Path Section 45 Trailhead during your travels to Sidmouth. Wander the gardens and seaside in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.com/South-West-Coast-Path-Section-45-Trailhead-Sidmouth.d644089980504272896.Vacation-Attraction) #### Salcombe Hill Walk You can take time to visit Salcombe Hill Walk during your travels to Sidmouth. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars. [](https://expedia.com/Salcombe-Hill-Walk-Sidmouth.d553248621532490260.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Sidmouth ![Exeter Cathedral featuring heritage architecture and a church or cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6094249/c036bb76-31bd-4d64-bff5-ee84c1143fb8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Exeter ![Amazing old church ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6337141/9e059b6a-626a-4448-bc29-197da3a0c695.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Honiton ![Ottery St Mary Parish Church](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182603/6ece14a2-eff3-4215-9cff-14442c3437e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Ottery St Mary ![A walk with nature through these marsh lands stopping along the way at several bird hides.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084568/0c388544-7dfd-4c18-8559-525627ec8f0a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Seaton ![Colyton Tram Railway](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084724/1392c30e-4e05-497c-bd51-601f7aaaf94a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Colyton ![Budleigh Salterton which includes a coastal town and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084787/7c6b0b5d-00b5-4bb9-ada4-9eb197c1f68e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Budleigh Salterton ![Branscombe Beach from the east](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6138695/92daebc8-f107-472f-8aa7-bd386172c58a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Branscombe ![The View from Woodbury Common. Looking slightly north of west from car park W of the B3180. On the skyline is the ttransmitter tower above Redhills SX8992. In centre are Exeter Cathedral towers SX9292 and to the right Exe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1185/e867509a-6609-4881-acc9-eb48897d985d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [Pierre Terre](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/5128) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Woodbury ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sidmouth worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Sidmouth? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Sidmouth? ### Is three days enough to stay in Sidmouth? ### Is Sidmouth a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Sidmouth with kids? > - [Afternoon Tea and Painting Experience](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/afternoon-tea-and-painting-experience.a51442181.activity-details) > - [Wooden Duck Painting or Pottery Painting-Take item home same day](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/wooden-duck-painting.a49239648.activity-details) > - [Fly a Motorglider in Devon](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/fly-a-motorglider-in-devon.a3412570.activity-details) ### What to do in Sidmouth for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Sidmouth? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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