Places to find the best museums and art galleries in Devon

As a region deeply steeped in rich history, it should come as no surprise that there is no dearth in high quality museums and art galleries in Devon. If you are looking for a culture filled getaway, with some of the finest museums and art galleries in all of the UK, then Devon is a great place to consider for your next holiday. It offers this and much, much more.

What follows is just some of the many fine museums and art galleries that exist in Devon and is by no means exhaustive. It is meant to simply illustrate the wide array of different options at your disposal.

The Otterton Mill Center and Working Museum is a still working watermill that has a history dating back to before the Norman conquest making this a very old place indeed. Boasting a bakery, as well as crafting exhibitions and course, this is a great place to make a day of it all.

For a bit more art and culture, visit the Burton Art Gallery and Museum located in Bideford for some beautiful long term displays and amazing works of art. The Plymouth City Museum and Art Gallery too is another great place to visit and it offers much more than just art - speeches, concerts, and other events are held here as well.

The Torquay Museum is a definite must see as it is considered one of the best museums is the southern portion of England. With a bit of something for everyone, this makes a great family stop with interactive galleries that make learning about the past a fun experience for children.

For something a bit more nature oriented, check out the Bicton Park Botanical Gardens in Budleigh Salterton. This takes us back in time to the 18th century. From beautiful scenery to a museum that contains farming and gardening implements from far back in time, as well as a Secret Garden located near an old Hermitage summerhouse. This is a garden and museum filled with mystery and wonder, and is a beautiful site to take in.

No matter what it is exactly that you are looking for, Devon boasts a huge number of high quality museums and art galleries - in fact, some of the best in all of the UK.