Attractions and Gardens

Hundreds of special places

Discover the special places Cornwall is famous for; spectacular beaches; surf spots and surf schools; gorgeous gardens; cliff top walks; boat trips; and of course iconic attractions such as St Michael's Mount, the Lost Gardens of Heligan, Minack Theatre, Land's End, King Arthur's castle and the Eden Project. But Cornwall will keep surprising you with the vast offer of new, different and fun things to do, even if you're a regular visitor, or a local. The National Trust in Cornwall has more than 25 historic places and gardens.

Browse through our listings of official Tourist Board members representing the best attractions and gardens in Cornwall. Use the left-hand filters to refine your search and help you find exactly what you're looking for.

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  1. Caerhays Castle Gardens, Caerhays, Gorran

    Caerhays Castle and Gardens

    St. Austell

    Caerhays Castle and Gardens is located in a sheltered valley overlooking Porthluney Cove on the south Cornish coast.

  2. Gardens in Cornwall, Lost Gardens of Heligan, Pentewan, St Austell

    Lost Gardens of Heligan

    St Austell

    Heligan is so much more than a garden restored; its own special atmosphere encourages contemplation and inspiration, satisfying the broadest range of horticultural and wildlife interests with over 200 acres to explore!

  3. Things to do in Cornwall | Seal Sanctuary | Gweek

    Cornish Seal Sanctuary

    Gweek, Helston

    Experience animal welfare in action at Cornwall’s only Seal Sanctuary and rescue centre. Hear about dramatic rescues and meet the seal and sea lion characters whose individual stories are brought to life during your visit.

  4. King Edward Mine Museum, Camborne,

    King Edward Mine Museum

    Camborne

    So you want to find out about the real Cornwall and discover this Cornish Mining World Heritage Site! Get to grips with Cornish mining history at King Edward Mine Museum, with an indoor exhibition and restored machinery and working engines.

  5. Lanhydrock, Bodmin, Cornwall

    Lanhydrock House and Garden

    Bodmin

    Lanhydrock, near Bodmin, is a magnificent late Victorian country house with extensive servants quarters, gardens and a wooded estate.

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