Niamh’s guidebook to Falmouth and surrounding areas
Sightseeing
Falmouth's main beach, perfect for a dip first thing followed by coffee and cake at Gylly beach cafe. Or make a day of it, and hire paddleboards and kayaks from the lovely folk at WeSup
149 locals recommend
Gyllyngvase Beach
Falmouth's main beach, perfect for a dip first thing followed by coffee and cake at Gylly beach cafe. Or make a day of it, and hire paddleboards and kayaks from the lovely folk at WeSup
The most beautiful coastal walks, punctuated with small coves and beaches, perfect for packing a picnic and exploring all day. With the amazing Trebah and Glendurgan gardens, this is a slice of heaven for all ages
37 locals recommend
Helford River
The most beautiful coastal walks, punctuated with small coves and beaches, perfect for packing a picnic and exploring all day. With the amazing Trebah and Glendurgan gardens, this is a slice of heaven for all ages
Steeped in history, Pendennis Castle is an artillery fort constructed by Henry VIII between 1540 and 1542. Set on a headland with breath taking views out to sea, a must for history fans.
203 locals recommend
Pendennis Castle
Castle DriveSteeped in history, Pendennis Castle is an artillery fort constructed by Henry VIII between 1540 and 1542. Set on a headland with breath taking views out to sea, a must for history fans.
The National Maritime Museum, is an independent museum and charity. Located in a harbourside building at the bottom of town, a great place to spend an afternoon. Plenty to see and for all ages, it's very much worth a visit.
172 locals recommend
Maritime Museum station
The National Maritime Museum, is an independent museum and charity. Located in a harbourside building at the bottom of town, a great place to spend an afternoon. Plenty to see and for all ages, it's very much worth a visit.
The Lizard is a short drive from Falmouth and offers wonderful walks along breath taking coast line. The most southerly mainland point, this peninsula is a very special place.
71 locals recommend
Lizard
The Lizard is a short drive from Falmouth and offers wonderful walks along breath taking coast line. The most southerly mainland point, this peninsula is a very special place.
Food scene
This 13th century pub is in a spectacular setting on the edge of Restronguet Creek. This award-winning pub using fresh, local produce is a must visit - just make sure you book !
162 locals recommend
Pandora Inn
Restronguet HillThis 13th century pub is in a spectacular setting on the edge of Restronguet Creek. This award-winning pub using fresh, local produce is a must visit - just make sure you book !
Our local, a short 5 minute walk from the house. Great selection of local and international drinks and great food !
42 locals recommend
The Boathouse Pub & Restaurant
Trevethan HillOur local, a short 5 minute walk from the house. Great selection of local and international drinks and great food !
The Chintz Bar
Lovely courtyard pub nestled in the old high street of Falmouth
Fab trad / modern pub run by gorgeous people serving great food and drink - booking recommended
20 locals recommend
Pennycomequick
16 Killigrew StFab trad / modern pub run by gorgeous people serving great food and drink - booking recommended
Now called PizzaPls, this is THE BEST pizza. They also do great weekend brunches and cocktails - the Lemon Refresher is to die for !!
8 locals recommend
PIZZA PLS
Saint Thomas StreetNow called PizzaPls, this is THE BEST pizza. They also do great weekend brunches and cocktails - the Lemon Refresher is to die for !!