Attractions
Falmouth
Falmouth, Cornwall's largest port and the world's third deepest natural harbour is proud about its rich maritime history and continuing importance of the sea, rivers and creeks that are so much part of this fascinating and bustling town.
Whatever you do in Falmouth you're never far from the water.
You may be enjoying a cruise up the Fal river with one of the Enterprise boats, experience the spectacle of Tall Ships gracing the harbour (if you're lucky) or you may be looking forward to sailing in the Carrick Roads, Falmouth's famous waterways.
A stroll around town with its array of different shops, restaurants and traditional pubs or a short ferry ride across to St. Mawes or the village Flushing on the other side of the Penryn river will enrich your Falmouth holiday experience.
National Maritime Museum
The National Maritime Museum is Falmouth's prime Attraction. There are 12 state-of-the-art galleries each focusing on unique aspects of maritime life.
The Official Opening of the National Maritime Museum by the Duke Of York. The museum, costing over £21 million, is a major landmark building on the waterfront, housing state-of-the-art interactive displays, depicting both the nation's and Cornwall's maritime heritage. A major feature is the NMM's Small Boat Collection, hitherto unseen, tracing the evolution of the significant small boats that have shaped modern craft.
Falmouth Art Gallery
Falmouth Art Gallery has been nominated for 5 major awards in 2003 including the Gulbenkian Award, britains most prestigious arts award. The Gallery is situated on The Moor in the upper floor of the Municipal Buildings above the library. There is a lift for the less mobile. Opening hours Mon - Sat 10.00am 5.00pm including spring and summer bank holidays. There is short stay and disabled parking available on The Moor, long stay parking is on Quarry Hill.
Pendennis Castle
A must visit to Falmouth is 16th Century Pendennis Castle perched high above the entrance to Falmouth Harbour. Major developments at the castle have revealed the full history of this superb fortress. 450 years of history can now be traced from its origins to its last military role as a secret Second World War base. A Discovery Centre packed with hands-on activities allows visitors of all ages to really get to grips with history.
Also new is access to the restored underground Victorian and WWII defences complete with sounds and smells! The everyday life of the garrison at Pendennis is brought to life in the War Shelter, whilst the drama of Pendennis at War is also recreated. Besides this there is the 16th Century keep to explore with its lofty battlements and mighty Tudor gun-deck with the sights and sounds of battle. There is also the First World War Guardhouse, complete with cells.
