Castles in Cornwall

Uncover Castles in Cornwall

Cornwall benefits from being home to ample history, including several eye-catching castles! From once-glorious ruins tucked away in the countryside to coastal fortresses enjoying panoramic views, there are plenty of Cornwall castles to visit.

If you want to spend the day touring an extravagant fortress, we recommend taking a trip to Marazion and venturing across the causeway to St Michael’s Mount, where a stunning Cornwall castle and its surrounding gardens await.

Looking to discover fascinating, historical stories at a castle in Cornwall? Head to St Mawes Castle, where you can learn of its time as a Henry VIII coastal artillery fortress as well as a WWII fort. For more Henry VIII stories, you can also explore Pendennis Castle in Falmouth.

Planning on meandering through romantic ruins of once-glorious Cornwall castles? Make your way to Launceston Castle, a 13th-century fort perched on a mound with picnic areas. Tintagel Castle is another picturesque ruin, with its past linked to the famous King Arthur.

Come and explore these breath-taking castles in Cornwall…