Out and about in Falmouth
Beaches, museums, castles, boats and beautiful gardens. Falmouth is a fantastic destination for a great holiday. Below are some of our favourite things to do in and around Falmouth that we think you would also love.
Beautiful gardens close to Falmouth
Due to its the mild climate, this area of Cornwall has an abundance of wonderful gardens which are open to the public. A pretty drive will take you past the coveted oyster beds of Port Navas through Constantine and to Gweek at the head of the Helford estuary,
The National Maritime Museum
Situated in Discovery Quay, midway between the town centre and Falmouth Docks. Dipping its toe in Falmouth Harbour, the multi award-winning destiny offers a fascinating history and celebration of the sea, boats and Cornwall. This vast, iconic building is home to exciting exhibitions and a wide range of galleries, taking visitors on a journey through the influence of the sea on history and the local culture.
Pendennis Castle
Looked after by English Heritage, this is one of the finest of the mighty fortresses built by Henry VIII to defend the country against invasion.
Falmouth Lifeboat Station
Welcoming visitors, the lifeboats are open to the public to inspect. Members of the team of volunteer guides will be happy to explain the activities of the RNLI and give you a tour of both the Falmouth inshore lifeboat and the much larger Falmouth all-weather lifeboat.