Things to do in Cornwall - Cornwall Attractions Guide

Welcome to the Cornwall Guide to Tourist Attractions

As one of the UK's most popular tourist destinations Cornwall has no shortage of things to do whatever the weather or time of year. If rugged cliffs, sandy beaches and charming fishing villages aren't enough then we can help you find alternate activities.

It's not just the villages that have something to offer those sightseeing. The towns (and city!) of Cornwall are rich in history and attractions of their own. Cornwall has things to do for everyone, ranging from beautiful gardens, museums, theme parks, maritime centres, cornish heritage to zoos and wildlife reserves.

As well as finding detailed listings of attractions and location maps you will also be able to read and write reviews. Whilst we beleive that most of the visitor attractions in Cornwall are of a high standard and that there has been a gradual improvement in quality over the years there is always a place for comment whether to endorse or give a personal perspective on somewhere you have visited.

To find somewhere to go, something to do or find an attraction you may have heard of simply select the place and/or type of attraction on the right of the page or just click on the map.

Enjoy browsing through our list of over 100 attractions throughout Cornwall and yes, the Eden Project is in there somewhere!

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• British Cycling Museum

  Review by: vernon levy on 2010-01-17 10:41:49
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  I stumbled across the museum four years ago when I was cycling from Lands End to John O'Groats. The museum was packed with bikes and cycling paraphernalia and had many obscure models amongst its collection. I spent several hours there and had a long chat with one of the owners. I have just discovered that the museum is now closed and the entire contents sold, allegedly abroad.
  
  A sad loss indeed.
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• Paul Church

  Review by: Tim Heaney on 2009-12-05 15:16:09
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  The Parish church of St Pol de Leon is set high up on a ridge overlooking Mount's Bay, the tower was built early in the 15th Century and is one of the tallest in Cornwall. Much of the church was rebuilt following the Spanish raid of 1595 in which most of Mousehole and Paul, including the church, was burnt down. Nowadays Paul Church is light, airy and spacious and we hope you will be able to visit us in person some time and perhaps be able to share something of the presence of God which those who have worshipped here over many centuries have felt, and still do today. In the mean time if you would like to find out more about us then please visit our website - www.paulchurch.co.uk
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• Flambards Village Theme Park

  Review by: Hazel on 2009-11-25 16:59:49
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  My family and I (3 adults) visited Flambards on 23rd November 2009. What a wonderful experience, the museum was delightful. We spent a super 3 hours around the museum, ending with a much needed cup of tea. I would assume that on a second visit there would still be much to be explored.
  
  WONDERFUL
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• Bodmin and Wenford Railway

  Review by: Chris on 2009-11-17 22:41:20
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  We went on the Bodmin and Wenford for a dinner for my wife's birthday. (Mainly because my 3yr old son is obsessed with trains at the moment)
  
  When we arrived we were a bit scared we might be the only people under 60 and weren't sure if our 2 kids would go down too well. No problem at all there, I'm happy to say.
  
  The first thing I'd say is how lovely and helpful the staff where. They really went out of their way to help us with the kids etc.
  
  The dinner itself was OK, nothing special and you wouldn't be too impressed if you weren't on a steam train chuffing through the countryside!
  
  The whole thing took about 2 hours and was enjoyable enough, even for someone who isn't that interested in trains.
  
  Would I do it again? yes, possibly not with the dinner. Then again there are a load of events listed on their calendar
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• National Seal Sanctuary

  Review by: MissLcornwall on 2009-11-10 14:57:25
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  We have been going to the Sanctuary for years and have enjoyed every second of it! There is just sooo much to do!!
  
  Firstly, you couldn't ask for a more beautiful destination. The Sanctuary is set with a backdrop of the gorgeous Helford estuary in the quaint little village of Gweek, just outside of Helston. Theres the seal hospital (this is where the seal pups will be in winter), then several pools which are home to loads of different types of seals. Theres a seal rescue academy where one of the staff will teach you what they do when they rescue a pup and you get a chance to have a go as well. Theres the most wonderful underwater viewing areas - where you can watch the seals swimming towards you underwater!! The kids will sit and watch it for hours!! Then you've got the ginat rock pool which has loads of different types of fish, anemones, sea snails etc and you even get the chance to hold a crab or a starfish! Then you've got the brilliant woodland walk with the nature trail to follow, and two of the cutest otters I've ever seen! My kids have each adopted one and I'm sure they would happily take them home with them if they had the chance!
  
  You've also got ponies, goats and sheep! And theres a great safari bus that kids just love. I'd recommend seeing the talks at feeding times, their so informative.
  
  We visit at least 4 times a year with the kids and wouldn't change it for the world!
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