Tintagel is a busy village in the holiday season with plenty to do and see. The imposing Tintagel Castle is the single most major landmark of the village, which stands on a picturesque headland that is virtually an island, connected to the mainland by a slim finger of land. The legendary King Arthur was said to be born on Tintagel Island where the remains of this 13th-century castle stand today. With its spectacular location, the castle commands awe inspiring views of the dramatic coastline of Tintagel. Below, on Castle Beach is Merlin’s Cave, which is accessible only at low tide. It is believed to be the place where Merlin lived while teaching King Arthur as he grew up. Within the village, explore King Arthur’s Great Halls, which feature some magnificent stained glass windows, a rock and fossil museum and a toy museum. Built by a millionaire in the 1930's, it is the only indoor attraction in the world dedicated to the Arthurian legend. Another noteworthy attraction around Tintagel is St Materiana's Norman Church, which was built between 1080 & 1150 on the site of a Celtic oratory run by the monks of Minster. If you want to feast your eyes on nature, hike up to the idyllic wooded valley of St. Nectans Glan. It is known for its gurgling waterfall that has been described as among the ten most important spiritual sites in the country. People of all religions have walked the ancient route to the waterfall to bathe in its mysterious energy and have been moved by something similar to the feeling you get at Stonehenge. Near to Tintagel is the stunning beach at Trebarwith and the town of Camelford where you can enjoy various thrilling water sports and recreational activities including swimming, camping, trekking, fishing and lots more.

The village of Tintagel houses a number of shops and quaint boutiques, which sell stylish fashion wear, jewelery, books, beautiful handicrafts and souvenir items. You will find quality showrooms and outlets nearby the Tintagel England holiday rentals where you can indulge in serious shopping spree. The weekly market, which is held throughout the year on Thursdays, is an ideal place for those who are looking for unique mementos. The town of Tintagel offers wonderful dining options to visitors. There is a multitude of fine restaurants in Tintagel, which cater to all palates. From local delicacies like the famous Cornish pasties to sumptuous international fare, you can treat your taste buds to a wide array of mouthwatering cuisines in the great eateries of Tintagel. For party revelers, the village boasts a handful of welcoming pubs that serve the best English ales, Irish and Scottish whiskey or any other cocktail of your choosing. There is always a vibrant party ambience with live band performances making you wish you were always on vacation!