Attractions

 The National Marine Aquarium, opened in May 1998, is situated in Britain's ocean city of Plymouth; it is the largest aquarium in the UK. It is home to over 4,000 animals and acts as an educational institution, teaching visitors about marine environments. 

 Smeaton's Tower is a memorial to civil engineer John Smeaton, designer of the third and most notable Eddystone Lighthouse. A major step forward in lighthouse design, Smeaton's structure was in use from 1759 to 1877, until erosion of the ledge it was built upon forced new construction. 

 The Box is Plymouth's award-winning museum, gallery and archive. Immerse yourselves in galleries filled with highlights from the city's permanent collections. Browse and buy in our shop. Enjoy something to eat and drink in The Box Kitchen & Bar or The Little Box café. 

 The Mayflower Steps marks the departure point for several historic journeys. It is where the Pilgrim Fathers set sail for North America in the Mayflower in 1620 and it also witnessed the departure of Captain Cook’s voyage to Australia and New Zealand, Sir Humphrey Gilbert’s journey to Newfoundland and Sir Walter Raleigh’s trip to North Carolina. 

  Built in the late 1500s when Plymouth was a thriving port, Elizabethan House is a rare, surviving example of its time. The historic property has undergone a major restoration as part of Plymouth’s Mayflower 400 commemorations. Come and enjoy an authentic journey through the history of the House. Get an insight into the history of Plymouth’s fascinating Barbican area.