Torquay itinerary

1 day in Torquay

One day in Torquay is enough for its centre and one real meal — here's how to spend it, plus what's genuinely on while you're there.

Your one day in Torquay

With a single day, stay close to Torquay's walkable centre: its best-known sights, a market or waterfront stretch, and one proper sit-down meal rather than rushing between many stops.

Check what's on below before you go — a live event on your day is the easiest way to fill an evening without extra planning.

What's on during your visit

September 2026

Sounds Of The 60s Live - Hosted by Tony Blackburn MBE

Sounds Of The 60s Live - Hosted by Tony Blackburn MBE

Princess Theatre - TorquayWed, Sep 2Music
Queen of the Night - A Tribute to Whitney Houston

Queen of the Night - A Tribute to Whitney Houston

Princess Theatre - TorquaySat, Sep 5Music
A live music performance.

Death of Guitar Pop

Arena TorquayFri, Sep 4Music

🎟️ From £22

A live music performance.

Burn It Down Festival 2026

The FoundrySat, Sep 5Music

🎟️ From £45

A live music performance.

ROBERT ARKINS COMMITMENTS

Arena TorquaySun, Sep 6Music

🎟️ From £13

John Cleese and The Holy Grail

John Cleese and The Holy Grail

Princess Theatre - TorquayFri, Sep 11Culture & Art
A city venue in the evening.

Dick & Dom DnB Rave

Arena TorquayFri, Sep 11Nightlife

🎟️ From £17

A cultural venue set for a performance or exhibition.

A Foreigners Journey

Arena TorquayFri, Sep 18Culture & Art

🎟️ From £25

The Lemonheads

The Lemonheads

Arena TorquaySun, Sep 27Music

🎟️ From £39

Michael Ball: Glow UK Tour 2026

Michael Ball: Glow UK Tour 2026

Princess Theatre - TorquayMon, Sep 28Music

🎟️ From £94

A cultural venue set for a performance or exhibition.

OAS-IS

Arena TorquayFri, Sep 25Culture & Art

🎟️ From £11

A cultural venue set for a performance or exhibition.

METALLICA RELOADED + PANTERA AD

Arena TorquaySat, Sep 26Culture & Art

🎟️ From £17

August 2026

A live music performance.

WRONG JOVI - A TRIBUTE TO BON JOVI

Arena TorquayFri, Aug 28Music

🎟️ From £17

October 2026

JUSTIN HAYWARD: THE STORY IN YOUR EYES TOUR

JUSTIN HAYWARD: THE STORY IN YOUR EYES TOUR

Princess Theatre - TorquayWed, Oct 7Music
A live music performance.

The Slackers

Arena TorquayFri, Oct 2Music

🎟️ From £25

A cultural venue set for a performance or exhibition.

Wings N Riffs 2026

Arena TorquaySat, Oct 3Culture & Art

🎟️ From £11

Simon Brodkin: Unleashed

Simon Brodkin: Unleashed

Princess Theatre - TorquayFri, Oct 9Culture & Art
Steve Hackett - Best of Genesis & Solo Gems

Steve Hackett - Best of Genesis & Solo Gems

Princess Theatre - TorquaySat, Oct 10Music
A cultural venue set for a performance or exhibition.

THE SMYTHS

Arena TorquayFri, Oct 9Culture & Art

🎟️ From £22

Kris Barras Band

Kris Barras Band

The FoundryFri, Oct 16Music

🎟️ From £25

Between The Covers Live - Celebrating Agatha Christie

Between The Covers Live - Celebrating Agatha Christie

Babbacombe TheatreFri, Oct 16Culture & Art
Katherine Jenkins - 25 Year Anniversary Tour

Katherine Jenkins - 25 Year Anniversary Tour

Princess Theatre - TorquayWed, Oct 21Music

🎟️ From £38

A cultural venue set for a performance or exhibition.

TOM MCRAE

Arena TorquayWed, Oct 21Culture & Art

🎟️ From £26

A cultural venue set for a performance or exhibition.

Deaf Havana: 15 years of Fools and Worthless Liars

The FoundrySun, Oct 25Culture & Art

🎟️ From £33

FAQ

Is 1 day enough for Torquay?
A single day covers Torquay's walkable centre comfortably; add a second day if you also want a day trip or a slower pace.
What's the best way to get around Torquay in 1 day?
Stick to walking and local transport for the centre; for anywhere further out, check Torquay's local transport options before you go.