Exeter Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
city in Devon, England
About Exeter
In AD 50 aRomanmilitary base was built at a strategic crossing point on the banks of the river Exe, seven years after the Roman invasion of Britain. The settlement quickly gained in importance as the administrative centre for the Dumnonii tribe once the legionnaires left. Indeed, its Roman name, Isca Dumnomiorum, means "town of the Dumnonii (Devonian) tribe". Parts of the original Roman walls can still be seen today. The city continued to hold regional significance through the turbulent Dark Ages, being twice captured by the invading Vikings. Following the Norman Conquest, the inhabitants rebelled against William the Conqueror, who laid siege and subsequently built Rougemount Castle to ensure future compliance. During the renaissance period it developed into an economically powerful city t
Top Attractions in Exeter
Explore the best things to see and do in Exeter:
- ★Barnfield Theatre
- ★Bikeshed Theatre
- ★Crealy Great Adventure Park
- ★Cygnet Theatre
- ★Exeter Cathedral
- ★Exeter Chiefs Rugby Union Club
- ★Exeter City FC
- ★Exeter Racecourse
Where to Eat in Exeter
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Al-Farid
- 🍴@Angela's
- 🍴Dinosaur Café
- 🍴Gandhi
- 🍴Hour Glass
- 🍴Olive Tree
Where to Stay in Exeter
- 🏨City Gate
- 🏨Globe Backpackers
- 🏨Great Western Hotel
- 🏨Hotel du Vin Exeter
- 🏨Hotel Indigo
- 🏨Leonardo Hotel
Exeter Travel Guide Sections
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