🌟 Discover Paignton: Top Things To Do on the English Riviera

Uncover the best things to do in Paignton—from seaside splendor to captivating indoor fun, perfect for families, couples, and rain‑safe adventures.

✅ 1. Leisure 2000 Amusements

Step into a world of fun at Leisure 2000, Paignton’s premier amusement arcade on Torbay Road. With classic 2p machines, grabber games, racing simulators, and adult‑only casino slots with jackpots up to £500, it’s family‑friendly by day and cash‑zone exciting by night .

📍 Address: 81–89 Torbay Rd, Paignton, TQ4 6AJ

📞 Tel: 01803 557003

🌐 Website: English Riviera “Leisure 2000” page  

✅ 2. Vue Cinema Paignton

Escape the rain or enjoy the latest blockbusters in 4K with Dolby Surround Sound at Vue Cinema Paignton on the seafront. Nine screens, comfy seats, regular autism-friendly screenings, and easy transport access—cinema nights sorted .

📍 The Esplanade, Paignton, TQ4 6AG

📞 Tel: 0345 308 4620

🌐 Website: “Vue Cinema Paignton” on English Riviera site  

✅ 3. Paignton Pier & Seafront Fun

Stroll Paignton Sands to reach the iconic Paignton Pier — home to fairground rides, arcade games, grabbers, fruit machines, and even Jurassic‑themed crazy golf. Deckchair-hopping and doughnuts are highly encouraged!  

✅ 4. Palace Theatre Paignton

Catch a live show or community performance at the historic Palace Theatre (built 1890), seating 380 people. It hosts dramas, workshops, comedy nights & pirate‑themed pantomimes .

📍 Palace Ave, Paignton, TQ3 3HF

🌐 Website: palacetheatrepaignton.co.uk  

✅ 5. Paignton Geoplay Park & Beaches

Kids will love the Geoplay Park next to Paignton Sands, with themed play areas linked to the UNESCO Global Geopark. Nearby, Preston Sands awaits at low tide for sandy adventures and rockpool findings  

✅ 6. Dartmouth Steam Railway

Board from Paignton station’s heritage platform aboard the steam railway to Kingswear. A scenic ride along the coast—perfect for a nostalgia-filled outing  

✅ 7. Splashdown Quaywest (Goodrington Sands)

Adjacent to Goodrington Sands, Splashdown Quaywest is the UK’s largest outdoor waterpark. With thrilling slides and family zones, it’s an instant crowd-pleaser..

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🎯 Highlighted 1-Day Paignton Itinerary

Morning

Arcade fun at Leisure 2000

Beach walk and play at Geoplay Park

Afternoon

Lunch near Paignton Pier

Jurassic crazy golf & pier rides

Late Afternoon (RAIN-PLAN)

Movie time at Vue Cinema

Evening

Live show or pantomime at Palace Theatre

Sunset stroll along the Esplanade

Bonus Day Out

Full day on Dartmouth Steam Railway or Splashdown Quaywest...