Cornwall Attractions
Attractions South West covers some of the best visitor attractions available
within the county of Cornwall. The attractions within this Cornwall section are
covered by listing them with a small description, directions, web site link if
available, and interactive map link to show its location within the county.
You can use the interactive map link wherever you see the map id & compass
sign within the visitor attraction details box. This map will show the attraction's
approximate position within the county. Then if you want to know what's located
nearby all you have to do is click on another of the county's map id numbers.
Also if available the attraction's web site will be indicated by the 2visit web
link sign.
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Interactive map link sign |
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2visit web link sign to attraction's web site |
Details of some of the Tourist Information Centres in Cornwall are available
by clicking
here!
We hope you enjoy visiting these pages!
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National Maritime Museum Cornwall
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Dominating Falmouth's waterfront, the visitor attraction is designed for broad appeal, with a wide range of 'hands-on' displays and an unrivalled collection of boats - including many in active use on the water.
Features: Cafe
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Directions:
Take the A39 to Falmouth, Then follow the brown tourist signs to the Maritime Museum
Tel: 01326 313388 |
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Newquay Zoo
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Wildlife park set in sub-tropical gardens. With free-ranging animals, feeding times, talks, Dragon Maze and childrens play areas.
Features: Restaurant, Shop
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Directions:
Just off the A3075 Edgcumbe Road, Newquay
Tel: 01637 873342 |
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Paradise Park
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Wildlife Sanctuary with parrots, owls, penguins and birds of prey. There's a Parrot Jungle, minature railway, fun farm and JungleBarn indoor play centre.
Features: Otter Pool Cafe, Gift Shop
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Directions:
Take the A30 to Hayle, Then follow the brown tourist signs to the Park
Tel: 01736 753365 |
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Pendennis Castle
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This 16 centuary castle built by Henry VIII is positioned over looking the mouth of the River Fal towards its sister castle at St Mawes.
Features: Seasonal Cafe
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Directions:
On Pendennis Head, Nr Falmouth
Tel: 01326 316594 |
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St Mawes Castle
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A well preserved sister castle of the Pendennis castle positioned across the mouth of the Fal.
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Directions:
St Mawes, On the A3078, Nr Falmouth
Tel: 01326 270526 |
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National Seal Sanctuary
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Seal sanctuary experienced in seal rescue, rehabilitation, and release, set in the picturesque Helford Estuary.
Features: Gift Shop
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Directions:
Gweek, Nr Helston
Tel: 01326 221361 |
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