Torquay, Seaside resort town in Devon, England.
Torquay is a coastal town in the Torbay district of Devon county in southwest England. The town sits on the northern side of Tor Bay and offers a marina, several sandy beaches, and a waterfront promenade lined with palm trees.
The settlement grew from a small fishing village into a popular seaside resort after the railway arrived in the mid-19th century. Wealthy visitors from industrial cities flocked here to enjoy the mild climate.
The town maintains its connection to literature through a museum dedicated to mystery novelist Agatha Christie, displaying her personal belongings and manuscripts. Visitors find references to her life throughout the area, from her family villa to settings that inspired her stories.
The town is reachable by train through two railway stations, with regular bus services connecting neighboring towns along the coast. Walking along the promenade provides access to most beaches and the harbor.
Nearby lies Kents Cavern, a cave system with human remains dating back 40,000 years, among the oldest evidence of human settlement in Britain. The cave is open for visits today and displays Stone Age tools.
Location: Torbay
Shares border with: Paignton
GPS coordinates: 50.46250,-3.52806
Latest update: December 12, 2025 20:41
Princess Theatre
197 m
Pavilion Theatre
202 m
Parish Church of St John the Evangelist
247 m
Old Town Hall
308 m
Mallock Memorial Clock Tower
353 m
Unity Church
353 m
Central Cinema
322 m
Torquay Harbour Bridge
352 m
The Post Office
260 m
Fountain In Princess Gardens
157 m
War Memorial in Princess Gardens
148 m
Town House
348 m
Delmonte
88 m
Coburg Place
141 m
Royal Bank Of Scotland
271 m
Cary Estate Office
191 m
Abbey Hall For The Disabled
257 m
32, The Terrace
222 m
38, The Terrace
248 m
1, Palk Street
212 m
Maples
349 m
The Old Toll House At Sx 9132 6371
327 m
Higher Terrace And Attached Front Railings
297 m
20-25, Melville Street
243 m
3-15, Vaughan Parade
214 m
Lloyds Bank
212 m
The Piazza
216 m
The Fish Quay, Torquay Harbour
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