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Tintagel Castle


TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 2 attractions in Tintagel
Traveler Description:
This brooding 13th-century castle sits on the rugged and spectacular Atlantic coast in Cornwall, which recalls the myth and mystery associated with...... more » This brooding 13th-century castle sits on the rugged and spectacular Atlantic coast in Cornwall, which recalls the myth and mystery associated with King Arthur and Merlin the magician. « less
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Attraction type: Castle, Ancient ruins, Mysterious site
Address: Tintagel PL34 0DB
England
Tel: 01840-770328
Fax: 01840-770328

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5 of 5 stars
RedFoxSaginaw_MI   162 contributions
Saginaw, Michigan
Aug 1, 2009

I took the bus from Bodmin to Tintagel via Wadebridge. My ancestors had lived in the area, so it was wonderful to see the countryside. It was fortunately, a very beatiful day. There was just enough of a breeze to be comfortable. First, walk about the town and explore it's nooks, crannies, and shops. There is also a gift shop... more

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5 of 5 stars
Cleo37   12 contributions
letchworth
Apr 24, 2009
2
people found this review helpful

Tintagel Castle is an amazing place to visit. I can't remembere exactly but it really is only a few £ to visit. At first I was expecting a proper castle so was initally slightly disappointed to be told it was more like ruins but once there I was overcome at how beautiful it was. it is quite a climb up... more

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4 of 5 stars
LynnieAus   15 contributions
Australia
Jan 22, 2009
2
people found this review helpful

I was really looking forward to visiting this site as I have been learning about the legend of King Arthur all my life. what an amazing view!!!!!!!! yes, its a long walk to the castle and then there's lots of steps! but who cares? if you go on holiday just to whinge and moan about every little thing then maybe... more

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5 of 5 stars
littlenavvy   24 contributions
preston lancashire
Jul 15, 2008
2
people found this review helpful

A fantastic experience. A MUST DO. Great views, breathtaking. well worth the walk which isnt as bad as it may look. Brilliant photo oppoortunity and good value @£4.50 per adult. july 2008. more

A Must See
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5 of 5 stars
xJulesx   13 contributions
England
Apr 15, 2008
4
people found this review helpful

I absoluteley adore Tintagel, its got to be one of the best places in Britain, and would reccommend anyone to visit. The castle has great views, but is best done on a dry day as its open and hilly. You can walk down or take a short trip on a land rover, which there is a charge for, but we... more

Stunning
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4 of 5 stars
Gemmavic1881   19 contributions
Peterborough
Feb 10, 2008
3
people found this review helpful

This is a great place to visit with all the family. The views are absolutely stunning and well worth the climb up the many steps. We arrived early and parked in one of the first car parks as you enter into Tintagel as it was free. The others nearer the castle charge and it is not a very long walk... more

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5 of 5 stars
sf_traveler   178 contributions
California
Feb 8, 2008
3
people found this review helpful

Tintagel is more about the landscape and legend than the 5th century ruins. The visitor's center features a short movie which will remind you of the details of the King Arthur legend part. Most of the ruins are located on an island which is accessed by a vertigo inducing set of stairs, bridge over the water and additional stairs carved... more

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5 of 5 stars
RED102   12 contributions
London
Oct 23, 2007
2
people found this review helpful

A fantastic place to visit. There isn't much left of the castle but the location and views are breathtaking and the myth of King Arthur magical. A lot of steps and climbing. more

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5 of 5 stars
Philippus   68 contributions
Zeist, The Netherlands
Aug 27, 2007
2
people found this review helpful

If you come to visit an impressive medieval castle you will be disappointed, because there are only a few walls left of what has never been a very impressive medieval castle. The location however is fantastic. It's a rocky peninsula with wide views (if the weather is as good as when I was there) of the rugged cliffs surrounding it.... more

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4 of 5 stars
Kleetampa   96 contributions
Tampa, Florida
Jun 3, 2007
3
people found this review helpful

There's little left of the original castle & buildings other than some crumbling walls and foundations, but the site itself is absolutely breathtaking. The clifftop ruins look down over beautiful coves shaped by pounding waves, ocean spray, and two waterfalls. It's easy to imagine what it was like in medieval times as you climb along the pathways that surround the... more

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Tintagel Castle Address

Tintagel PL34 0DB, England
Tel: 01840-770328 Fax: 01840-770328