Top Things to do in Cornwall
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Things to do in Cornwall, England: The Best Piers & Boardwalks
Cornwall is the extreme southwestern peninsula of England. It has the longest stretch of continuous coastline in Britain and it is one of the sunniest areas in the UK. With picturesque villages, Celtic ruins, light blue waters, gardens and parks and unique architecture it certainly is among the most scenic areas of England. Home of many events and festivals and the land of Cornish pasty, it is definitely worth visiting.
Restaurants in Cornwall
1. Padstow Harbour
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,558 reviews
Reviewed By RachieShillito - Doncaster, United Kingdom
Had an amazing day here today despite being really busy, parked in the park and ride at the top of the hill £5 all day and free bus down to Padstow - well worth it as the town car park is always full! Had fun crabbing on the harbour, had lovely fish and chips from Chips Ahoy and also went on the ferry over to Rock for the first time today (return tickets are £4 for adults and £2 for children ) - spent a couple of hours exploring the area and enjoying the views!
2. Falmouth Seafront Promenade
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 434 reviews
Reviewed By Manderj - Nuneaton, United Kingdom
It was lovely to stroll along the promenade. It was a nice sunny day when we visited. So pleasant. Nice bar next to the promenade called the grapes. We also walked into the shopping area and there were some lovely shops to browse. Definitely worth a visit. We parked in the quarry car park which is close to the shops and promenade. However there is a steep hill to get to the car park.
3. Porthleven Harbour
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 275 reviews
Reviewed By riccardobrooks - Leicester, United Kingdom
Lovely village and beach, love this place ... it has a hipster surfer vibe which is is a complementary contrast to the local area ... though hopefully doesn't go to far in future. The Ship is a great vantage point to watch the world go buy. The beach is also long (and on a pleasant September day) not too crowded.
4. Smeatons Pier
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 42 reviews
Reviewed By paullegate - St Ives, United Kingdom
Smeatons Pier is one of the main landmarks in St Ives and is located at the northern side of the harbour. There was an original pier in place with references to it dating back to 1478 and was rebuilt to the design by civil engineer John Smeaton between 1766 and 1770. The pier was extended from 360 feet in 1890’s to its current length and a new lighthouse was added during the upgrade. There are some great views of the harbour from the pier, it can be quite an obstacle course if the lobster pots are piled up along the pier. Smeatons Pier is worth walking along for the view alone.
5. Mevagissey Harbour
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 308 reviews
Reviewed By Dora0811 - Kettering, United Kingdom
Fantastic working harbour, with lots for both adults and children to see and do - from the fishing boats getting ready for their evening trips, crabbing off the harbour, the museum and aquarium right in the harbour side. Plus the village had numerous shops and eateries.
