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Cornwall
Cornwall, South West England, United Kingdom
Where Cornwall sits, what to see there, and what to book.
- Top sights
- 2
- Bookable experiences
- 21
- Time zone
- Europe/London
Cornwall sits in South West England, and this guide is the shape of it: where it is, what it breaks down into, and what there is to do once you are there. The sights below are ordered by how many tours and tickets are sold for them, which is the closest thing there is to a ranking of what visitors actually go and see. There are 21 bookable experiences here in total, with prices, durations and cancellation terms on every card.
United Kingdom › England › South West England › Cornwall
What to see in Cornwall
Ordered by how many tours and tickets are sold for each — the closest thing there is to a ranking of what visitors actually go and see.
Sample itineraries for Cornwall
Built from this guide: the sights in the order visitors book them, the areas with a catalogue of their own, and places within day-trip range. A starting shape, not a researched route — check opening hours before you go.
One day in Cornwall
Cornwall's most-visited sights
- 1
Day 1
Cornwall's most-visited sights
- MorningEden Project3 tours & tickets sold for it.
- AfternoonMerlin’s Cave2 tours & tickets sold for it.
- Book aheadWest Cornwall Tour with Poldark Filming LocationsTakes about 8 hours.
2 days in Cornwall
Cornwall's most-visited sights · Day trip to Falmouth
- 1
Day 1
Cornwall's most-visited sights
- MorningEden Project3 tours & tickets sold for it.
- AfternoonMerlin’s Cave2 tours & tickets sold for it.
- Book aheadWest Cornwall Tour with Poldark Filming LocationsTakes about 8 hours.
- 2
Day 2
Day trip to Falmouth
- Early startHead to FalmouthAbout 12 km from Cornwall — its own guide has what to see there.
3 days in Cornwall
Cornwall's most-visited sights · Day trip to Falmouth · Day trip to Newquay
- 1
Day 1
Cornwall's most-visited sights
- MorningEden Project3 tours & tickets sold for it.
- AfternoonMerlin’s Cave2 tours & tickets sold for it.
- Book aheadWest Cornwall Tour with Poldark Filming LocationsTakes about 8 hours.
- 2
Day 2
Day trip to Falmouth
- Early startHead to FalmouthAbout 12 km from Cornwall — its own guide has what to see there.
- 3
Day 3
Day trip to Newquay
- Early startHead to NewquayAbout 17 km from Cornwall — its own guide has what to see there.
5 days in Cornwall
Cornwall's most-visited sights · Day trip to Falmouth · Day trip to Newquay · Day trip to St Ives · Day trip to Plymouth
- 1
Day 1
Cornwall's most-visited sights
- MorningEden Project3 tours & tickets sold for it.
- AfternoonMerlin’s Cave2 tours & tickets sold for it.
- Book aheadWest Cornwall Tour with Poldark Filming LocationsTakes about 8 hours.
- 2
Day 2
Day trip to Falmouth
- Early startHead to FalmouthAbout 12 km from Cornwall — its own guide has what to see there.
- 3
Day 3
Day trip to Newquay
- Early startHead to NewquayAbout 17 km from Cornwall — its own guide has what to see there.
- 4
Day 4
Day trip to St Ives
- Early startHead to St IvesAbout 31 km from Cornwall — its own guide has what to see there.
- 5
Day 5
Day trip to Plymouth
- Early startHead to PlymouthAbout 66 km from Cornwall — its own guide has what to see there.
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Near Cornwall
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What travellers book in Cornwall
The experiences Viator ranks highest here, with the price, the duration and the cancellation terms on every card.
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West Cornwall Tour with Poldark Filming Locations
4.7 (15)8h
Explore the hidden Cornwall. Experience the smaller roads and the quieter places in Cornwall as well as seeing the more popular attractions. Our guides will show you firsthand the inner beauty and charm of this magical…
from £900 / personView details
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Free cancellation
Cornwall: Award Winning Luxurious day out
5.0 (9)8h
Travel England Tours are an award winning private chauffeur guide tour company. Explore the unspoiled countryside of Cornwall in one of our luxurious Mercedes vehicles - either an S Class or V Class depending on…
from £795 / personView details
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Taster Surfing Lesson in Bude
5.0 (133)2h
Whether you are surfing for the first time or looking to improve your technique, a surfing lesson at Widemouth Bay in Bude with an experienced instructor, is a great way to give you the skills and confidence you could…
from £45 / personView details
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2-Hour Coasteering Adventure Near Bude
4.9 (90)2h
Our team of qualified and experienced instructors will guide you along the intertidal zone of our stunning coastline. Swim through huge sea caves, explore wildlife-rich rock pools, visit hidden and inaccessible beaches…
from £55 / personView details
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Stand Up Paddle Boarding Journey Down Bude Canal
4.9 (49)2h
Stand Up Paddleboarding (or SUP as it is widely know) in Bude is a fantastic and fast growing sport to hit the water in the UK. The large surfboard style paddleboard creates a stable platform for you to stand on and the…
from £40 / personView details
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Beyond Paradise TV Show Locations Tour
4.9 (130)1h 30m
Embark on an enthralling exploration of Looe in Cornwall through our Beyond Paradise tour. This 1 ½ hour walking excursion will lead you through the enchanting Cornish coastal town of Looe, revealing the locations…
from £20 / personView details
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Sights, areas and experiences here were last checked 2026-09-13.
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