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Even the most urban corners of Exeter hide pockets of nature for those willing to walk. Green spaces like Exeter Quayside offer a breathing room between landmarks — and some of the best views you'll find anywhere in the city. Seek out quieter retreats like Stepcote Hill for the calm that the busier parks can't offer.
A historic Devon city with a Norman cathedral, underground medieval passages, and a revitalized quayside on the River Exe.
Roamee Pro, also known as Roamee, offers a free self-guided nature walk route in Exeter. The audio walking tour can include stops such as Exeter Quayside — a regenerated waterfront with historic warehouses, cafes, and a canal basin, plus hidden gems like Stepcote Hill — a steep medieval lane with cobblestones and timber-framed houses, one of Exeter's oldest streets.
Use this page as a starting point for a Exeter walking tour, a free self-guided route, or the Roamee app for Exeter. Roamee Pro keeps the route flexible so you can follow the stops, skip ahead, or explore nearby streets at your own pace.
Exeter is known for history and architecture, but between the busy streets, spaces like Exeter Quayside provide a different kind of experience — calmer, greener, and more grounded than a typical sightseeing route. Quieter spots like Stepcote Hill provide the kind of rest that the main attractions cannot.
Walk from the cathedral through the old town to the Quayside along the river — about 20 minutes. The canal towpath extends for a longer riverside walk.
April through October. Devon's mild maritime climate makes Exeter pleasant for walking most of the year.
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