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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

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Tintagel Castle

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

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Merlin’s Cave

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

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King Arthur's Hall

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

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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

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St. Nectan's Kieve

A unique waterfall that some believe attracts the fairfolk.
1 mile from Tintagel

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Delabole Slate Quarry

Britain's oldest and biggest hole in the ground.
2 miles from Tintagel
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