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Exeter's Underground Passages
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- Guided tour through medieval vaulted underground passages
- Interpretation centre with interactive displays and talking figure
- High-speed video fly-through of the passages
- Full size model of a section of the passages
- Artefacts from the Princesshay archaeological dig on display
Exeter's Underground Passages take you through medieval vaulted tunnels originally built to carry clean drinking water into the walled city, with tales of wars, sieges and plague along the way. Before heading underground, you'll explore an interpretation centre featuring a talking medieval figure, a video fly-through of the passages, a full-size model section and artefacts from the Princesshay dig, followed by a short film and a 25-minute guided tour. It suits older children and adults comfortable in confined, narrow spaces, though under 5s aren't permitted and wheelchair or pushchair access is limited to the exhibition. The attraction sits in Exeter, Devon, close to Exeter Central station, with 38 bookable places to stay within 5 miles for those wanting to make a longer visit.
Practical details
- Time needed
- About 35 minutes for film and tour, plus exhibition time
- Booking
- Online booking advised, especially at busy times
- Accessibility
- Wheelchair and pushchair access limited to the exhibition only
- Dogs
- Dogs not allowed on tours; assistance dogs permitted in exhibition
- Best for
- Not suitable for under 5s; children must be accompanied
From the attraction's own website on 27 Sep 2026 — check before you travel.
Facilities
- ✓ Guided Tours
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