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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Tintagel

4 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Tintagel, England

Updated May 14, 2018

Unusual Attractions in Tintagel

Tintagel, England

Tintagel Castle

A fantastic castle rumored to be the birthplace of King Arthur.

Tintagel, England

Merlin’s Cave

It is said the legendary wizard once lived in this sea cave beneath Tintagel Castle.

Tintagel, England

King Arthur's Hall

Part museum, part piece of Arthurian-inspired history, this stately hall attracts King Arthur fans from miles away.

Tintagel, England

Tintagel Post Office

A whimsical cottage from the 1300s with a preserved Victorian-era post office inside.

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Cornwall, England

Rocky Valley Labyrinths

These mysterious mazes carved on the rock may be up to 4,000 years old.

1 mile from Tintagel

Cornwall, England

St. Nectan's Kieve

A unique waterfall that some believe attracts the fairfolk.

1 mile from Tintagel

Delabole, England

Delabole Slate Quarry

Britain's oldest and biggest hole in the ground.

2 miles from Tintagel

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