What to do in Cornwall

Activities, attractions and tours

St Ives which includes a coastal town, general coastal views and a house
St Ives which includes a coastal town, general coastal views and a house
Land\'s End featuring a sunset, rugged coastline and general coastal views
Logan\'s Rock showing general coastal views and rocky coastline
St Ives showing café scenes, street scenes and flowers

Cornwall Tourist Attractions & Activities

Coming up: Cornwall! You're ready to set course in a different direction. Always up for inventive ways to get inspired and broaden your horizons, you're prepared to investigate an exciting travel spot like the expert traveller you are. Reserve your activities today, and the only thing you'll have left to do is count the days until your holiday and get excited, because Expedia Australia makes it simple to book lots of things to do.

  • Book your favourite tours on Expedia Australia at an ideal price, and you'll still have enough cash for a fancy hotel or upscale meal while you're visiting. The activities in Cornwall are not only among the best, but they won't bust your budget. We have 31 things to do here, and you can reserve them starting at just AU$14.
  • Cornwall is a favourite among thrillseekers. In fact, many travellers have been visiting to learn about local culture and find the top activities, and a good percentage of them recommend the city's accommodations. The most popular things to do can grab the attention of even experienced travellers, and one look at our inventory explains why. Our collection includes an impressive range of entertainment and opportunities for thrills. From food and wine tours to exploring mother nature, there are loads of active options at your disposal when you check out the activities list here at Expedia Australia.

It takes some planning to best get the feel for Cornwall, particularly when you intend to schedule in lots of local cuisine and entertainment. And we know you don't want to hunker down in your hotel room you're excited to get out and play. You're excited to sign up for the top activities around, and a quiet day exploring local neighbourhoods is a perfect way to spend an afternoon. Our activities are the best way to organise your holiday. Book professional city tours on Expedia Australia, and you'll never need a map.


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Top places to visit

1. Eden Project

Witness the vast, futuristic beauty of the Eden Project, a wildly successful eco-experiment hidden in the hills of Cornwall. Spend a whole day roaming gardens contained within biomes, vast greenhouse-style domes that contain microclimates from around the world. A trip to the Eden Project means roaming the jungles of South America one moment and exploring the Mediterranean coast the next.
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Newquay showing rainforest

2. Fistral Beach

With its constant stream of waves, Fistral Beach is one of Newquay’s primary surfer hangouts. The beach, which faces the choppy waters of the Atlantic Ocean, is the setting for international surfing competitions and even has its own surfing museum. Learn to surf in one of England’s most well-known beaches.
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Fistral Beach showing a sandy beach as well as a large group of people

3. St. Michael's Mount

St. Michael's Mount is an island of granite and slate topped with a medieval church and 17th-century castle. Discover the castle’s impressive collection of armor and antique furniture, enjoy views across the bay and relax in its stunning gardens.
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St. Michael\'s Mount featuring general coastal views, heritage elements and château or palace

4. Watergate Bay Beach

Watergate Bay is an attractive stretch of golden sand at the foot of rugged coastal cliffs. Choppy waves make the beach popular with surfers, while families enjoy the fashionable restaurants with sea views. Take photos of vivid sunsets as the sky turns red above the crimson-tinged water.
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Watergate Bay showing a sandy beach, a house and rocky coastline

5. Minack Theatre

The Minack Theatre is a majestic open-air amphitheater with Romanesque qualities and stunning ocean views. The venue is carved into the rocky headland with the Atlantic Ocean providing a backdrop for the stage. Sit down on the terraced seating and watch theater under the stars.
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Minack Theatre featuring general coastal views and views as well as a large group of people

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