Popular places to visit
National Marine Aquarium
Discover the creatures that live deep in the world’s oceans and learn about the importance of conservation at the largest aquarium in the U.K.
Hoe Park
After visiting Hoe Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Plymouth. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.
Royal Citadel
This 17th-century stronghold was a bastion of military strength. Explore the walls and fortifications with a guided tour.
Elizabethan House
Step inside this wonderfully preserved house to see how a merchant or sea captain would have lived in the 1500s, a time when Plymouth was a prosperous port city.
Plymouth Gin Distillery
Sip on expertly made gin in a historic distillery that has been making spirits for over two centuries in the same spot on Plymouth’s waterfront.
Mayflower Steps
Among the fishing boats of Plymouth’s harbor is a memorial to the settlers who went on to found one of the first American colonies.
Things to do
2-Day Tour of King Arthur's Cornwall in Tintagel, Boscastle and Dartmoor from Glastonbury
Plymouth: Self Guided City Walk and Interactive Treasure Hunt
Top hotels in Mainstone
Leonardo Hotel Plymouth
Great staff, very accommodating
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Future Inn Plymouth
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Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Copthorne Hotel Plymouth
First night there were really loud roadworks outside but they moved us the second night with no problem. Room was clean, staff were great. One niggle , the bar wouldn’t make me a negroni inspite of having all the ingredients because they didn’t know what to charge for it. Not exactly asking the ...
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Moxy Plymouth
New hotel but could be better.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Crowne Plaza Plymouth by IHG
Clean spacious room with good amenities. Reception staff were ver helpful. We had breakfast which provided a very good choice. Pool was clean.
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Duke Of Cornwall
The building is fascinating with a lot of history. Very helpful staff. It's within walking distance of the Barbican and theatres.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Mainstone
Estover
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Estover and surrounding area, you can visit Saltram House and Home Park.
Derriford
When in Derriford, you can plan a visit to Home Park and Saltram House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Widewell
While there might not be top attractions in Widewell, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Home Park and Saltram House.
Crown Hill
Crown Hill is well liked for many features, particularly its restaurants, seaside views and golf courses. Though there may not be top sights in Crown Hill, consider stopping by Home Park or Drake Circus, located nearby.
Southway
While Southway isn't home to many top sights, Home Park and China Fleet Country Club are some notable places to visit nearby.
Mutley
While Mutley isn't home to many top sights, The Box and Drake Circus are some notable places to visit nearby.
