Title: Visit Cornwall: Best of Cornwall Travel 2025 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.co.uk [Cornwall Hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Cornwall.d6046193.Hotel-Destinations)[Holiday Rentals in Cornwall](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Cornwall.d6046193.Holiday-Rental-Destinations)[Cornwall Flights](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Cornwall.d6046193.Flight-Destinations)[Things to do in Cornwall](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Cornwall.d6046193.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Cornwall Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Cornwall.d6046193.Car-Hire-Destinations)[Cornwall Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Cornwall.d6046193.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Cornwall Travel Guide ## England ![St Ives which includes general coastal views, a house and a coastal town](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/153000/153099-Cornwall-County.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Land\'s End featuring a sunset, general coastal views and rocky coastline](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/153000/153140-Cornwall-County.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Logan\'s Rock which includes general coastal views and rugged coastline](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/153000/153125-Cornwall-County.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![St Ives featuring café lifestyle, flowers and a coastal town](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/153000/153091-Cornwall-County.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Cornwall](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/153000/153124-Cornwall-County.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) #### Located in the far southwest of Britain and almost entirely surrounded by sea, this county is famed for its dramatic coastline and flourishing cultural scene. Cornwall is known for its lengthy stretches of sandy beaches, turquoise waters and pleasant temperate climate. Try scuba diving, surfing and rock climbing among the amazing natural landscapes or head inland to find verdant gardens and a unique man-made rain forest. West Cornwall, in particular, has a reputation as an artistic and cultural hub, with many artists finding inspiration in the region’s picturesque landscapes. Visit the [Tate](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tate-St-Ives-St-Ives.d6094449.Attraction) gallery or the Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden in [St. Ives](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Ives.d182650.Holidays-City-Breaks) to learn about the main figures of the “St. Ives School.” Shop in independent boutiques and specialist stores in [Truro](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Truro.d182676.Holidays-City-Breaks), the only city in the county. Head to the Royal Cornwall Museum to see an exquisite collection of art and artifacts, including an unwrapped Egyptian mummy. Venture inland to the Eden Project, one of the world’s largest indoor rain forests. This garden’s biodomes house a collection of plants from around the world. One dome holds tropical species such as banana trees, while another specializes in Mediterranean plants, such as olive trees and grape vines. Also worth seeking out is the popular [Lost Gardens of Heligan](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lost-Gardens-Of-Heligan-St-Austell.d6094387.Attraction), which covers about 200 acres (81 hectares) of land in east Cornwall. Study plants from around the world, including sub-tropical, Mediterranean and northern species. This county is also known for its burgeoning food scene and is home to award-winning chefs and top-class local producers. Dine at beach cafés and oceanfront restaurants where seafood is served straight from the Atlantic Ocean. Cornwall is about 170 miles (270 kilometres) from [Bristol](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bristol.d688.Holidays-City-Breaks). Travel by train to St. Ives or Truro, or fly into Newquay Cornwall Airport, located about 19 miles (31 kilometres) from the centre of Truro. Book luxury hotels, self-catered apartments and cottages in Truro or in any of Cornwall’s charming villages. With its golden beaches, mild climate and enchanting harbour towns, it’s little wonder why Cornwall is such a beloved holiday destination. ### Popular cities in Cornwall [PenzanceKnown for Sea, Ports and Small town](https://expedia.co.uk/Penzance.dx2925) Browse shopping arcades and art galleries and enjoy the superb views of Mount’s Bay in this harbor town near the country’s most southwesterly point. ## Reasons to visit - Minack Theatre - Porthcurno Beach - Sennen Cove Beach [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Penzance.dx2925)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Penzance-Hotels.d2925.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [NewquayKnown for Friendly people, Beaches and Sea](https://expedia.co.uk/Newquay.dx2596) Admire historic sites, enjoy quaint coastal walks and seek out hidden coves that lie between rugged headlands in the surf capital of the country. ## Reasons to visit - Watergate Bay Beach - Fistral Beach - Crantock Beach [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Newquay.dx2596)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Newquay-Hotels.d2596.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [HelstonKnown for Friendly people, Bars and Small town](https://expedia.co.uk/Helston.dx6023727) Escape to quaint Helston! Enjoy its fishing, bars and countryside. ## Reasons to visit - Lizard Point - Kynance Cove - Mullion Cove Harbour [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Helston.dx6023727)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Helston-Hotels.d6023727.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [St IvesKnown for Friendly people, Sea and Gardens](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Ives.dx182650) With its white-washed cottages and white-sand beaches, this seaside village is as pretty as a painting and a magnet for artists and artistic happenings. ## Reasons to visit - St Ives Harbour - Porthmeor Beach - Porthminster Beach [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Ives.dx182650)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Ives-Hotels.d182650.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [St AustellKnown for Friendly people, Bars and Spas](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Austell.dx182647) This busy market town is a great place for starting your exploration of some of Cornwall’s prettiest beaches. ## Reasons to visit - Lost Gardens of Heligan - Charlestown Harbour - Porthpean Beach [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Austell.dx182647)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Austell-Hotels.d182647.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [FalmouthKnown for Friendly people, Sea and Bars](https://expedia.co.uk/Falmouth.dx4634) Experience relaxing Falmouth: its oceanfront, adventures, spas and more! ## Reasons to visit - Trebah Gardens - Glendurgan Garden [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Falmouth.dx4634)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Falmouth-Hotels.d4634.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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