WoolacombeNorth DevonAround three miles of sand facing the Atlantic, popular for surfing and family days, with the village and its facilities at the northern end.
Croyde BayNorth DevonA smaller sandy bay between headlands with a steady surf break and rock pools at either side.
Saunton SandsNear BrauntonA long, straight beach backed by Braunton Burrows, one of the largest sand dune systems in the UK.
BanthamSouth DevonA sandy beach at the mouth of the River Avon, with dunes, a surf break and views across to Burgh Island.
ExmouthEast DevonAround two miles of sand at the western end of the Jurassic Coast, with a seafront, watersports and the Exe estuary behind.
South West Coast PathBoth coastsThe national trail follows both of Devon's coastlines, so coastal parks on either side are within reach of a section. The north coast is generally steeper and more exposed.
DartmoorInland, west of ExeterOpen moorland, granite tors such as Haytor, wooded valleys and free-roaming ponies, with walking routes from car parks across the national park.
Tarka TrailBraunton, Barnstaple and BidefordA long-distance route around north Devon, including a traffic-free section of around 30 miles on a former railway line, popular for cycling.
Lynton, Lynmouth and the Valley of RocksExmoor coastTwo villages linked by a water-powered cliff railway, with a dry valley of rock outcrops and feral goats a short walk to the west.
RHS Garden RosemoorNear Great TorringtonThe Royal Horticultural Society's garden in the South West, with themed gardens, a rose garden and woodland.
Babbacombe Model VillageTorquayA long-established model village set in gardens, with miniature scenes and evening illuminations in season.
ClovellyNorth Devon coastA privately owned village with a steep cobbled street running down to a small harbour. There is an entry charge, which covers the visitor centre and gardens.
Exeter CathedralExeterA medieval cathedral with a long vaulted ceiling, in the centre of the county's main city.
Dartmouth CastleDartmouthAn artillery fort at the mouth of the Dart estuary, managed by English Heritage, reached by road or by a summer ferry from the town.
Castle DrogoNear Drewsteignton, DartmoorA granite country house built in the early 20th century in the style of a castle, above the Teign gorge. Managed by the National Trust.
Devon cream teaAcross the countyA Devon cream tea is traditionally served cream first, with jam on top, the reverse of the Cornish way.
Brixham harbourTorbayOne of England's busiest fishing ports, with seafood restaurants and fish and chips around the harbour.
National Marine AquariumPlymouthA large aquarium on Plymouth's waterfront, with displays of local and tropical marine life.
Royal Albert Memorial MuseumExeterExeter's main museum, with collections of natural history, archaeology and world cultures. Entry is free.