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Promoting quality visitor experiences in Cornwall since 1974. For more than 50 years, the Cornwall Association of Tourist Attractions (CATA) has championed quality visitor experiences, supported attraction operators and promoted Cornwall as a world-class destination.

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Our story

In 1974, a group of Cornwall's attraction owners came together with a simple idea: to help visitors discover experiences worth remembering. Today, CATA brings together over 35 carefully selected attractions, from castles and country houses to museums, gardens, railways and family attractions. United by a commitment to quality, our members work together to raise standards, share knowledge and showcase the very best of Cornwall to visitors from near and far.

Only the top attractions in Cornwall

Carefully selected

All member attractions are regularly inspected to help maintain high standards and encourage best practice.

Chosen for genuine Cornish character

Each attraction offers a genuine connection to Cornwall's heritage, landscape, culture or community.

Committed to visitor satisfaction

Creating memorable experiences and providing a warm welcome sits at the heart of every member attraction.

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Cornwall Museum

Cornwall's top attractions

Promoting quality experiences

Through our peer-to-peer inspection programme, we help visitors discover attractions that deliver memorable days out.

Supporting local tourism

For more than 50 years, we've championed Cornwall's visitor attractions, helping to strengthen the visitor economy.

Knowledge sharing and collaboration

We bring attractions together to share ideas, best practices and industry insight, creating a more connected visitor attraction sector.

Trusted for more than 50 years

Since 1974, we've helped visitors discover some of Cornwall's most memorable days out. Today, our attractions continue to showcase the places, stories and experiences that make Cornwall special.

35+

Handpicked attractions

50+

Years of trusted guidance

85k

Visitors guided annually

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Family fun, wild adventures, hands-on heritage or time for two? Cornwall has something for everyone. Discover our handpicked attractions and find your Cornwall.

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What visitors say

"A hidden gem to visit. From the moment we arrived we felt welcome. The staff were very knowledgeable and clearly care about the animals. Easy pathways to walk around with a buggy. Restaurant food was of a good quality. And the entrance price was reasonable. Thank you Screech for a wonderful family last day in Cornwall. "
Review from 17 Jul 2026 on Trip Advisor by collettec30 - Screech Owl Sanctuary & Animal Park
"Super helpful and friendly staff, both on the boat and off."
Scott - Google Review August 2026 - Fal River Ferries
"Absolutely amazing. The staff were kind and helpful and told us about each course. This fabulous attraction consists of two 18 hole courses (Hillside and Parkside). Hillside is for the more experienced players as your have to kick further and the course is more hilly. On the other hand, Parkside is more of a crazy golf course with more obstacles and more twist and turns. However no matter your ability both courses are great for the family. If you are looking for a quieter time we went at 5:30 on a Thursday evening during the May half term. Finally, this exceptional place is a great value for money. "
Amy Silby - Cornwall FootballGolf
"Absolutely stunning place! Even our teenagers loved it, which says a lot! Amazing views, beautiful setting and such a unique experience. Definitely worth a visit"
Google - August 2026 - The Minack Theatre
"Such a beautiful house and gardens, lots to do and very child friendly. Wide variety of games and activities. All the staff and volunteers were really friendly and helpful."
A visiting family - Trerice
"We visited Camel Creek for the day yesterday on our way home from a lovely week in Cornwall. We had a great time! The kids loved it as we didn't have to queue for any of the rides so they were able to ride as many times as they wished. In particular the staff are brilliant -all very cheerful and enthusiastic, and really made it!"
Claire Heath - Camel Creek Family Adventure Park
"Really great to see the seals have somewhere that they are well looked after as they can't be released back into the wild. Lots of information about the seals and the work that the center does and the staff were really friendly and happy to chat about the seals and provide more information."
Karl C - Cornish Seal Sanctuary
"Really lovely place to visit. Very friendly staff, great exhibits explaining the work they do and plenty of lobsters, fish and starfish to see. Information is clear and concise there are also videos showing. Upstairs there was colouring sheets and little activities to do. No lift but we were offered help to get the pushchair upstairs. No toilet but there are public ones, including baby changing, just across the carpark. Amazing views from the big windows upstairs. We all had a great time, including our dog!"
Tripadvisor / Holidaymakergreen - National Lobster Hatchery
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