Tintagel Castle
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Tintagel Castle

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Ruined castle on cliffs, King Arthur legend, dramatic coastal views

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Castle Rd, Tintagel PL34 0HE, United Kingdom Get directions

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Kev “Fizzy” W.

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Much bigger than I had expected and lots of interesting information. Very worth a visit if you don't have any accessibility issues. The views from various points around the castle are absolutely stunning. Parking is only available via local pay and display car parks, within walking distance to the entrance. Also to note: There is a steep walk from the exhibition/shop at the bottom and if you choose to pay the extra £2 per person for the bus, the shuttle only brings you up part way, and the hill seems to get steeper towards the top.

Eve O.

Google
Amazing views and well worth visiting. Lots of steps and steep hills, wouldn't say it was ideal for people with limited mobility. The nearest car park is very small and I would recommend getting there early. There are other bigger car parks nearby though. The entrance to the castle (where you scan your ticket) is quite a walk away from the car park downhill and it's a bit of a killer walking back up at the end!

Travel Guide with Z.

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Stunning place to visit with a lot of history ❤️❤️❤️ Make sure you are fit to go there because the path is steep and you have to be very careful with the kids too. Two options there paid and free You can only go free to the beach and you have to buy tickets if you want to go up the mountain to explore the Castle ruins. Lovely view of sea from top especially where king Arthur’s metal sculpture located.

Florin S.

Google
Beautiful castle where is the famous "door" as well which is all over the internet😁 There is actually, NO CASTLE, it's just the remains of an old settlement/castle/village, but the area some interesting thing to learn. Fine it a bit of time so you can visit the surrounding as well, there are some great views there

Sam A.

Google
Stunning views and well run site. Visit on bank holiday - place was very busy but still we enjoyed the visit. The trail is not too difficult with mostly steep start/end of trail but the rest is fairly easy. Buying tickets online was easy. The views at many points is breathtaking. Restaurant/Ice-cream/exploration are fine (too packed on the day). We took the truck back. Took £2 donation and 30 minutes of wait to save 10 minutes walk back and little exercise.

Lee K.

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The first hurdle is the steep path down to the valley area where the castle starts, once down this most paths are straits forward to navigate. There is the bridge which is very solid. But you need to be fairly fit to get up and down some of the steep paths and steps. Warning not all steps have a handrail. The views are breathtaking and worth the climb. Main areas of interest are busy but worth the wait for a picture. Would highly recommend this place 📷📷

Paul W D.

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What a fantastic site to visit. Going across the bridge up really high is a fantastic start. Walking around the ancient ruins & the views is interesting & stunning alike. It's quite pricey but I didn't mind that as it's got a magical feeling to the place. The staff are fantastic & helpful. I got the little electric bus back up the very steep hill due to a disability and the driver was so lovely, chatting away as I sat upfront with her. Highly recommend this historical site King Arthurs statue is magical & Where it's been set it quite moving and emotional.

Ethan R.

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£20 entry fee pp, car park near the entrance. Avoid buying the £6 map - there is a map on the left just before the castle. Great views all around. We came at low tide and early to access Merlin’s Cave and avoid large crowds. Lots of helpful staff dotted around. Overall a good experience but it is a tourist trap.
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Alexander H.

Yelp
If there is a MUST-Do in the area, then it's Tintagel Castle. From beginning to end a fantastic experience. Booked the tickets online in advance, no line. Very easy and convenient. Free entrance for members. There's lots of parking in town, including the big lot in the center. An easy stroll away only. And a good chance to check out the town on the way. It was a stronghold at first, and then in the 1230s a castle here was built. Writer Geoffrey of Monmouth named it in his History of the Kings of Britain as the place where King Arthur was conceived. Location, history and legend makes this place a must-see for everyone. Amazing views from the clifftop, a dramatic bridge leading the remains. There is a nice trail on top, leading through the whole site. Including an amazing statue of King Arthur. It's just a great place to visit. The views, the bridge, the ruins. It is even dog-friendly. And if you can't walk down to the castle / bridge on your own, there's a shuttle service. Loved our visit. Don't miss out on it!
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Xia Y.

Yelp
Breathtaking! The walk is steep but well worth it. The stairs are also very steep, so take caution. Other than that, what a beautiful site.
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Qype User (.

Yelp
Tintagel Castle is famous for its association with the legend of King Arthur. As it goes, he was apparently born on Tintagel Island where the remains of the Tintagel Castle can be seen today. The 13th century castle provides spectacular views across a dramatic coastline. You are able down to the cove without having to pay anything, but if you want to walk up to the castle ruins there is an admission fee. From Tintagel village it is a fair walk down to where you can gain entrance to the actual castle. For those who are not so steady on their legs, there was a landrover shuttle that took people up and down the hill from the village at Tintagel to the beginning of the castle entrance for a small fee. The trek up to the castle from the entrance however, is quite steep and may be beyond some people. It's worth it for the views if you do decide to do it though.
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Breathtaking! If you're in Cornwall, it is truly worth the visit / drive to get there. Mind, you need to have good walking/hiking boots as the stairs are very steep and very narrow. And you'll have many hills to climb once you arrive. The views are breathtaking and like the Grand Canyon, photos don't do it the justice.
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Kevin J.

Yelp
Blimey, blimey, blimey, blimey. What an absolutely staggering place. As a change from sitting in the howling wind and horizontal rain at Padstow, I decided to take the gang to Tintangel to have a look round. First stop, my choice, was the castle. A descending path - that is very steep in places - leads you down to the coast (or you can pay £1.50 for a Landrover ride) and the rocky, austere cliffs and beach. Above you to your left is the headland and remains of Tintagel castle. Five quid and a steep old climb up narrow stone steps later you find yourself immersed in history on the top of the blowy bluff - amongst ruins, on cliffs, staring out along the spectacular coastline of the North Cornish Coast or just wistfully trying to imagine how the place must have been back in the day. Not many of the paths up there are fenced, so be careful and don't fall off - it's a long way down. As has been mentioned, it's not disabled friendly. News just in, neither is the North face of the Eiger or Gaping Gill. It really is an incredible site and well worth putting up with the tat and locals dressed up as Merlin or Arthur to go and see. There is also beautiful walking along the coast path and some truly breathtaking beaches. Completely and utterly recommended.
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Yelp
really nice view, many steps to go (hope you got a decent breakfast) Merlin's cave is worth to enter
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Norman W.

Yelp
As an Arthurian buff I had to visit Tintagel Castle. I have now been there on a few occasions and it never fails to astound me. It's a must if you are in the area. Don't forget to visit Merlins cave underneath the castle.
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Yelp
Breathtaking views and scenery. Its a long steep walk up to the castle but well worth the effort as the views are spectacular. Word of warning thought the path is very steep and very narrow and right on the edge of a cliff. If you have young kids please be very careful. I don't recommend going up to the castle on a windy or rainy day. we went on a bright sunny day and our hearts were still in our mouth as the kids clambered up the path. Be prepared!!!! Below the castle is a pebble beach with a huge cave, this cave is called Merlin's Cave and supposedly Merlin spent some time there. Its a nice cave to explore and the kids will love throwing stones into the sea. The castle is quite a hike from the car park on an unever stoney path so not ideal for prams but it can be negotiated.
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Yelp
Situated on a windy rugged headland these castle ruins still retain their sense of magical legendry mystery. For atmosphere it's hard to beat with waves crashing all around. There's a long climb up wooden stairs to get there but is well worth the effort.
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Aileen M.

Yelp
Breathtaking, I have been here many times over the years. It never disappoints, no matter what the weather is, and it sets your imagination going. Beautiful always.
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Yelp
Tintagle castle is not disabled friendly, to get to it you have to hike down a crazy incline and across unsteady looking bridges or take a jeep ride down the very very steep hill and then hike quite a way to the castle. You can get a very good view of the castle from the surrounding fields and countryside and we were able to get some very good photos on zoom. The actual town of Tintagle itself though makes the visit worthwhile, we got the best dam pasties we've ever eaten in our lives and had a great day out in the sunshine. I would recommend a visit to Tintagle and the castle, famed to be where King Arthur had the round table, but be aware that being physically able is a necessity to visit the castle.
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Yelp
The beautiful, remote, haunting ruins of King Arthur's legendary castle. It is well worth a trip, even though it is a little off the beaten track and it is a bit of a climb and some of it is quite perilous (especially if you are scared of heights!). The view from the top of cliffs is breathtaking. Be very careful on a windy day as it is easy to lose your balance. The gift shop/museum area is interesting with a short film about history of the castle, which gives a good general overview. prices are reasonable, but you need to park quite a distance away and take the landrover park and ride to the base of the cliff.