North Cornish Coast Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
![St Ives featuring a house, a coastal town and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/153000/153101-Cornwall-County.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![St Ives showing a bay or harbour, a coastal town and a beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/153000/153095-Cornwall-County.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![St Ives which includes a coastal town, general coastal views and a house](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/153000/153099-Cornwall-County.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![St Ives showing café scenes, street scenes and flowers](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/153000/153091-Cornwall-County.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![St Ives featuring a coastal town, boating and a sandy beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/153000/153097-Cornwall-County.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
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Where to stay in North Cornish Coast
![Newquay showing a coastal town, shopping and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/153000/153377-Newquay.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Newquay City Centre
Newquay City Centre is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, lively bars and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Great Western Beach or Tolcarne Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
![SeaSpace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107760000/107750200/107750175/08ec8971_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 30 Dec. 2024
![Beach Cottage - Porthcothan - a cottage that sleeps 7-11 guests in 6 bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78140000/78137600/78137550/e68d116f_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 27 Oct. 2023
![Dry Dock Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106360000/106359200/106359177/9396527e_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 14 Jan. 2025
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Popular places to visit
![St Ives Harbour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/0a5f5969c66628e8bb0416d90912323b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
St Ives Harbour
Explore the waterfront in St Ives with a trip to St Ives Harbour. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this culturally rich area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
![Fistral Beach showing a sandy beach as well as a large group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/154000/154072-Fistral-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Fistral Beach
Bring your board to one of the best surfing spots in the country and attempt to ride the crashing Atlantic waves.
![Watergate Bay showing a sandy beach, a house and rocky coastline](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/154000/154082-Watergate-Bay.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Watergate Bay Beach
Watch a game of polo, eat at a famous chef’s restaurant and surf the impressive waves of this scenic bay.
![Tintagel Castle](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/3dc9a60e98d8b13132d09b133a15bc69.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Tintagel Castle
Find out about the history of Tintagel when you take a trip to Tintagel Castle. Stroll along the waterfront in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.
![Padstow Harbour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/b349ed005878c86cbbfba795dd46ea9d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Padstow Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Padstow with a trip to Padstow Harbour. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
![Porthminster Beach featuring a coastal town and a sandy beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/154000/154367-Porthminster-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Porthminster Beach
Rent a hut and play mini-golf with your family with a picturesque backdrop of headland cliffs, the sea and the Godrevy Lighthouse.