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Tinside Lido

Hidden Gem

Terrain:

Activities

Best Time To Visit

Urban, Coastal

Swimming, Yoga, Photography, Picnicking

Spring to Autumn

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Tinside Lido is an open-air seawater swimming pool built into the shore below Plymouth Hoe, a well-known piece of 1930s design that opened in 1935. The semicircular pool, about fifty metres across, has fountains, tiered terraces and curved changing blocks, and it is filled with treated seawater. It ...

10

Parking nearby

3

Food Spots nearby

3

Staycations nearby

Parking:

Food:

Staycations:

2 day, 8 overnight

Yukisan​, Arribas Mexican Restaurant​, Barbican Pasty Co​

Longbrook Cottage, Northlands Country Cottage, Tregantle Safari Cabin

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FAQ's/Things to Know

Where is Tinside Lido?
Devon's famous maritime city hosts this coastal landmark right along the waterfront. People usually head down towards the prominent grassy slopes of the hoe to find the entrance.

What type of place is Tinside Lido?
Tinside Lido is an outdoor Art Deco saltwater swimming pool on the coast of Plymouth in Devon.

When is the best time to visit Tinside Lido?
Summer months provide the perfect warm weather for enjoying a dip in the open air. Clear sunny mornings tend to offer the quietest experience before families arrive later on.

What can you do at Tinside Lido?
Swimmers love plunging into the refreshing saltwater while taking in expansive coastal views across the sound. Many people also enjoy sunbathing on the terraces or participating in morning yoga sessions by the water.

How long should I spend at Tinside Lido?
Allocating roughly half a day gives ample time to swim, relax on the deck, and grab a hot drink. Serious sunbathers often extend their stay to full afternoon visits when the sky stays clear.

Where do I park at Tinside Lido?
Vehicles can use ten spaces nearby, which provide a split of two day and eight overnight spots. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I eat near Tinside Lido?
Yukisan, Arribas Mexican Restaurant, and Barbican Pasty Co provide three choices for hungry groups looking to grab food in the area. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I stay near Tinside Lido?
Longbrook Cottage, Northlands Country Cottage, and Tregantle Safari Cabin offer three nearby properties for anyone booking a trip. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

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Last Updated:

02 July 2026

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