Top 10 Free Things To Do and Attractions in Carbis Bay

"Mere moments from our apartments and steps from the sands of Porthmeor Beach this restaurant is a unique place to take the family throughout the year, enjoy a spot of lunch in the midst of the perfect summer's day and book one of their family-sized outdoor booths to overlook the ocean as you dine in your own pod-with-a-view. With seafood, tapas, a specialised children's menu and so much more there's sure to be something on the waiting for everyone to enjoy."

"There’s no surprise here, Porthgwidden Beach is another special location for many. This small but sweet cove sits perfectly between Porthmeor and Bamaluz beach and, if you are in need of some serious vitamin sea whilst enjoying some wonderfully fresh sea food, Porthgwidden Beach Café is the spot for you!. If you’re sat in their outside area, you’ll be able to smell the fresh sea air from your very seat."

"Nestled beneath the steep grassy slopes of St Ives “Island”, right on the beach with unbeatable and uninterrupted views across St Ives Bay to Godrevy Lighthouse. Now open all year round for breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner.The atmosphere is relaxed and friendly. The café specialises in...See more"

"Fistral Beach is Newquay’s iconic beach, quite simply one of the most consistent and best surfing beaches in the UK and Europe. This beautiful beach is west facing, long and sandy and backed by rocks and cliffs. Fistral beach offers sea and surf combined with first class beach and seafront facilities including surf equipment hire, lessons and boutiques, showers, toilets, car parking, restaurants and cafes."

"This beach is iconic, and truly puts Newquay on the map when it comes to surfing. All of the big UK surfing competitions take place here, and if you look in advance you’ll be able to time your visit to watch the pro surfers do their thing – usually for free!. Of course, you don’t have to be a pro to go surfing at Fistral Beach."

"Being founded by St Ives favourite, Barbara Hepworth in 1949, the Penwith gallery has not one but three main gallery areas. It is one of the most fabulous spaces and a constant in modern art evolution. The gallery is also the home of the Penwith Society of Arts in Cornwall."

"Pendennis Castle was built under orders of Henry VIII between 1540 and 1542 in preparation for an expected attack by France and the Holy Roman Empire in retaliation for the annulment of his marriage to Catherine of Aragon, who happened to be the aunt of the Holy Roman Emperor Charles V. A smaller blockhouse constructed closer to the waters edge a few years earlier still remains today. The basic design was a circular keep with a gun platform surrounding it."

"The Cathedral's magnificent triple spires dominate the city. Although it appears old, it was only started in 1880, taking just 30 years to complete. The building incorporates part of the original 16th century church of St Mary."

"Falmouth is a town on the coast of Cornwall in southwest England. It’s known for its deep natural harbour on the Fal Estuary, and beaches like Swanpool and Gyllyngvase. The National Maritime Museum Cornwall has interactive galleries and a flotilla of model boats. On Pendennis Point, Pendennis Castle is a well-preserved 16th-century fortress built by Henry VIII."

"Award-winning Falmouth Art Gallery is one of the leading galleries in the South West. Family friendly with free admission, it has changing displays of some of the best of British art and a shop with affordable gifts from Cornwall's leading ceramicists, printmakers and jewellers. Falmouth Art Gallery runs a lively exhibitions programme featuring a wide range of work as well as changing displays of paintings from its nationally important art collection."

"The Falmouth Art Gallery collection includes masterpieces by Thomas Gainsborough and Henry Scott Tuke. The gallery also has an impressive photography collection including work by Lee Miller."

"The Pentire Hotel has an enviable position perched high on Newquay’s Pentire Headland with Fistral Beach on one side and Gannel Estuary on the other. The Pentire offers a warm welcome and comfortable accommodation and has a reputation for excellent hospitality. Bedrooms nearly all boast scenic views, rooms are bright and airy and offer a TV and tea and coffee making facilities."

"Our rooms were very comfortable, clean and the food was great. Staff were, without exception, friendly and helpful. The hotel is perfectly placed for Fistral beach, Crantock Beach, and the Gannel estuary."

"Offering country house comfort and style by the seaside, Merchant’s Manor is a gloriously chic option for those looking to explore the myriad delights of Falmouth and South Cornwall. There is a strong focus on wellness, and guests can tuck into some truly excellent food at the three-AA Rosette restaurant, Rastella."

"It’s an adults only hotel, which means it will be a peaceful retreat for couples. The addition of the spa at the hotel is particularly great if you’re after the ultimate retreat!. Check hotel prices on Booking.com >>"

"Reservations, Takeout, Seating, Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service"