Visiting Cornwall on a budget? Our guide to free things to do in Cornwall has you covered!
If you love being active, Cornwall is packed with plenty of outdoor activities to enjoy; all of which are free of charge! Why not embark on a walk along the winding River Camel or Bude Canal Lower Wharf & Harbour?
Of course, a visit to Cornwall’s beaches is a must when you want to enjoy budget-friendly things to do! The county boasts gorgeous sands, including Porthkidney Beach.
Looking for things to do on a gloomy day? You’ll be surprised at the large number of free things to do in Cornwall in the rain! If you’re a lover of history and culture, be sure to pay Truro Cathedral, the Royal Cornwall Museum or Falmouth Art Gallery a visit.
Read on to find more free things to do in Cornwall…
S W Coast Path Porthleven Helston Cornwall TR13 9EH
A sandy beach that stretches to Loe Bar at low tide that’s popular with experienced surfers.
The Roseland Portscatho Cornwall TR2 5LW
A rocky easterly facing beach and fishing port on the Roseland peninsula with views out to Gerrans Bay.
Helston Cornwall England TR12 7AT
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A museum housing historic firearms, artillery, carriages, barrels and much more in Helston.
Luxulyan Par Cornwall England United Kingdom PL24 2SR
A moderate circular walk of just under five miles featuring Victorian industrial heritage and lush woodland.
Tintagel Cornwall England United Kingdom PL34 0EU
A former slate quarry filled with unusual plants and home to a variety of birds including buzzards.
Wadebridge Cornwall England PL27 6HF
An area of outstanding natural beauty providing a home for trees, plants, birds and much more as well as a place for visitors to explore.
Mawgan Helston Cornwall TR12 6BB
An area where the public can park and see planes and helicopters practising manoeuvres at RNAS Culdrose.
Rock Nr Padstow Cornwall England PL28 8QL
A golden sandy beach in the village of Rock backed by a prestigious golf club and with views out to Padstow.
Ferry Slip Rock Padstow England United Kingdom PL27 6FD
A 6.7-mile easy circular walk passing sand dunes, wildflowers, churches and pubs.
Tintagel Cornwall England United Kingdom PL34 0BQ
Nestled between Tintagel and Boscastle, is this this stunning valley with a footpath following the Trevillet River.