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Our tips for dog-friendly tourist attractions in Cornwall

Posted in News, Useful Information by Lauren Webb on 13th January 2022

Cornwall is a fantastic destination for a dog friendly holiday. As well as miles of coastal walks, countryside rambles and beaches, we also have many tourist attractions who are happy to welcome your dog.

Take our lead and don’t leave the dog at home. Dogs are welcome at many of our visitor attractions here in Cornwall. Most will allow dogs to visit all or part of their site.

Here’s our pick of top tourist attractions who will welcome your dog on site.

Remember to check for guidance before you visit. Some attractions will request that your dog remains on the lead, while others may limit access to outdoor areas only.

Pendennis Castle Best Days Out Cornwall

Pendennis Castle

Stir up your sense of adventure at English Heritage Pendennis Castle, a coastal fortress with unmissable sea views. Travel back to wartime Cornwall, climb to the top of the keep, and enjoy acres of green […]

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Heligan Best Days Out Cornwall

The Lost Gardens of Heligan

“Heligan is so much more than just a garden—it is a place in the soul.” Thirty years ago The Lost Gardens of Heligan were rediscovered from the brambles of time. Today, Heligan remains one of […]

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Cornish Seal Sanctuary Best Days Out Cornwall

Cornish Seal Sanctuary

Take the family to the Cornish Seal Sanctuary and learn about its work to ensure the safety and wellbeing of seals around Cornwall’s coastline. Based in Gweek, commanding panoramic views of the Helford River, the […]

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Trrebah Gardens Best Days Out Cornwall

Trebah Garden

Experience the magical essence of Trebah, a sub-tropical paradise with a coastal backdrop, steeped in heritage, creativity and the spirit of innovation. Four miles of footpaths wind through dazzling exotic planting, transporting you from one […]

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Bodmin and Wenford Railway Best Days Out Cornwall

Bodmin Railway

Discover the nostalgia of steam travel with a journey back in time on Cornwall’s leading full-size railway operated by steam locomotives. Relax in style and enjoy a leisurely 13-mile round trip, taking in the sights, […]

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Lappa Valley Best Days Out Cornwall

Lappa Valley

Discover the only attraction in Cornwall that transports families on an exciting nostalgic train ride into a secret world of traditional fun and family adventures. Children will delight in the thrill of trains and boats, […]

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Tintagel Castle Best Days Out Cornwall

Tintagel Castle

Go on a legendary day out at English Heritage’s Tintagel Castle, a clifftop fortress where history and legend intertwine. Cross the new bridge to the ‘island’ and explore the medieval Great Hall, high above the […]

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Minack Theatre Castle Best Days Out Cornwall

The Minack Theatre

A place like no other, the world-famous Minack Theatre is a must-see for visitors to Cornwall. Perched on rugged cliffs overlooking the spectacular panorama of Porthcurno Bay, you might think ancient Greeks had carved it […]

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Lands end Best Days Out Cornwall

Land’s End

Escape to the westernmost point of Cornwall, famed for its unique location and breathtaking coastal landscapes. Immerse yourself in over 100 acres of outstanding natural beauty at the far end of our county, and don’t […]

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Trelissick Best Days Out Cornwall

Trelissick

A welcoming garden set in an estate with stunning maritime views and lovely woodland walks. Trelissick is set on its own peninsula, with panoramic views over the Fal estuary. You can explore the meandering paths through the garden, […]

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Lanhydrock Best Days Out Cornwall

Lanhydrock

A magnificent late Victorian country house with garden and wooded estate, the National Trust’s Lanhydrock, near Bodmin, is the quintessential country house and estate, with the feel of a wealthy but unpretentious family home. After […]

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Shipwreck Treasure Museum Best Days Out Cornwall

Shipwreck Treasure Museum

What will you discover? Life and loss at sea. The lure of the search. The reveal of the find. The Shipwreck Treasure Museum in Charlestown is one of peril and possibility, where a seabed of […]

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Healeys Best Days Out Cornwall

Healeys Cornish Cyder Farm

Explore the home of Rattler Cyder and uncover a world of apples, imagination, and adventure at Healeys Cornish Cyder Farm! Meet their friendly farm animals, experience traditional Cornish jam making, venture above the cyder production […]

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Wheal Martyn Clay Works

Dig deep and discover the special ingredient in our everyday lives that still shapes Cornwall and our world today – china clay! It hides in your toothpaste, mugs, paper, tyres and even your cosmetics. A […]

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National Lobster Hatchery Best Days Out Cornwall

National Lobster Hatchery

Experience pioneering marine conservation in action on the beautiful estuary in Padstow and be inspired to make a difference. An award-winning visitor centre, you can get up close with rarely seen lobster babies, pregnant lobster […]

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PK Porthcurno Best Days Out Cornwall

PK Porthcurno

Discover the amazing story of our interconnected world at the Museum of Global Communications — from the first undersea telegraph cables to the wonder of today’s internet. Listen to knowledgeable experts at the museum as […]

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Trengwainton Best Days Out Cornwall

Trengwainton Garden

A sheltered garden that’s nestled between the moors and the sea and nurtures an award-winning plant collection. Winding wooded paths climb to an open, grassy terrace with sea views across Mount’s Bay. A gentle stream […]

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Eden Project Best Days Out Cornwall

Eden Project

The Eden Project is a global garden, educational charity and social enterprise all in one. Begin your journey in the Outdoor Gardens, where wild landscapes are juxtaposed with Europe’s largest collection of useful plants – […]

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Geevor Tin Mine Best Days Out Cornwall

Geevor Tin Mine

The stunning Cornish coastline around Pendeen was once at the heart of the Cornish mining industry, providing jobs and community around the tin and copper mines. Today, the award winning Geevor Tin Mine gives visitors […]

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Cornwall Football Golf Best Days Out Cornwall

Cornwall FootballGolf

Imagine crazy golf – but supersized, and played by kicking a football. Everyone will enjoy the unique outdoor experience with spectacular views over the coast, found just five minutes from the Eden Project. With hazards […]

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