Exeter Quay

• Samuel Jones - pub classics, smoked and chargrilled dishes, craft beers

• Puerto Lounge - family-friendly bar/restaurant with a wide menu and terrace views

• On the Waterfront - pizzas and tapas with stunning views over the quay

• Crave Restaurant - surf and turf, small plates, and cocktails

• Topsham Brewery & Taproom - microbrewery serving craft beer and pizza

• Rockfish - fresh local fish, available to dine in or take away

• Double Locks - traditional country pub on the canal offering hearty meals and local ales

The Quay offers independent gift shops, craft workshops, and antique stores for a boutique-style shopping experience. Perfect for unique finds, it’s slightly away from the bustle of the high street.

Our recommendations - Quay Presents, Exeter’s Antiques Centre, Eclectique

Walking - enjoy a riverside stroll along the canal, historic buildings, water reflections, and views towards the Exe Estuary

Watersports - kayaking, canoeing, and paddleboarding

Cycling - explore the Exe Estuary Trail

Exeter Cathedral School - Independent School, ages 3-13

The Maynard School - Girls’ Independent School, ages 4-19

St Thomas Primary School - ages 5-11

St Leonard’s CofE Primary School - ages 5-11

Exeter School - Independent School, ages 6-19

Isca Academy - ages 11-16

Exeter College - ages 16+

Bus - various routes connecting the Quay to various parts of Exeter

Train - accessible via Exeter Central or St David’s stations, both within walking distance

Boat - passenger cruises operate along the Exeter canal, offering scenic views and access to the Exe Estuary

Custom House Visitor Centre - lively displays and artefacts that bring Exeter’s Quayside history to life

Tenpin Bowling - bowling, arcade, and pool tables

Quay Climbing Centre - one of the largest indoor climbing walls in the Southwest

Clip ’n Climb - a unique climbing experience suitable for all ages

Riverside Leisure Centre - gym, swimming pool, and squash courts