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Tintagel Castle

Tintagel

A ruined site on the Cornish coast, partly on the mainland and partly on an island, reached by a footbridge. It was a stronghold of Cornish rulers in the 5th to 7th centuries and is linked to the legends of King Arthur. English Heritage cares for it.

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Where to stay

  • TintagelVillage next to the castle, with guest houses and hotels
  • BoscastleHarbour village about 10 minutes away by car
  • CamelfordSmall town about 20 minutes away by car
  • Port IsaacFishing village about 20 minutes away by car
  • BudeSeaside town about 35 minutes away by car

Getting there

  • Pay-and-display car parks in Tintagel village are 600 metres from the site and get very busy
  • Allow at least 30 minutes to walk from the village car parks to the footbridge entrance, where timed slots begin
  • A limited shuttle runs from the shop and cafe to the base of the pedestrian path, leaving a steep 100-metre walk
  • English Heritage's directions page has public transport options
TipPaths are uneven and the beach is reached by steep steps. Wear sturdy shoes, check tide times before visiting Merlin's Cave, and note there is no lifeguard on the beach.

Travel details can change, especially on event days — check with the venue or operator before you travel.

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Questions people ask

Where is the best place to stay near Tintagel Castle?

Tintagel: Village next to the castle, with guest houses and hotels. Boscastle: Harbour village about 10 minutes away by car. Camelford: Small town about 20 minutes away by car. Port Isaac: Fishing village about 20 minutes away by car. Bude: Seaside town about 35 minutes away by car.

How do I get to Tintagel Castle?

Pay-and-display car parks in Tintagel village are 600 metres from the site and get very busy. Allow at least 30 minutes to walk from the village car parks to the footbridge entrance, where timed slots begin. A limited shuttle runs from the shop and cafe to the base of the pedestrian path, leaving a steep 100-metre walk. English Heritage's directions page has public transport options.

Any tips for visiting Tintagel Castle?

Paths are uneven and the beach is reached by steep steps. Wear sturdy shoes, check tide times before visiting Merlin's Cave, and note there is no lifeguard on the beach.

Which airport is closest to Tintagel Castle?

The nearest airport on this site is Cornwall Airport Newquay, about 19 miles away in a straight line. See hotels near the airport.