8 Tours in Newquay Worth Booking

1.Doc Martin Tour in Port Isaac, Cornwall

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 840 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $22Our pick

Walk through Port Isaac, the real Cornwall village used as Portwenn in Doc Martin. Guides including Dave and Mike Meakins have appeared in the series and share filming stories, actor details, and local history. The 90-minute route visits key exterior locations, but expect hills, outdoor walking, and a pace that can finish closer to one hour.

“It is more a 1 hour than 1 hr 30 min tour. We saw all the main points of interest and Dave had some interesting stories to tell. Port Isaac is truly beautiful.”

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2.Coasteering Experience in Newquay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 465 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $76Top rated

Meet the Newquay Activity Centre team at Towan Beach for a two-hour guided coasteer through a secret gully near Fore Street. You’ll learn wild swimming, technical traversing, sea-cave skills, and safe jumping with equipment provided. The activity suits children over eight and adults with moderate fitness.

“I booked it for my son 17. It was a great experience for him he really enjoyed it and wants to do it again the staff was very friendly and professional. They were very careful about the safety. I would definitely recommend”

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3.Surf Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 349 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $62

Meet Quiksilver Surf School at The Esplanade Hotel for a two-hour beginner lesson near Fistral Beach. You’ll learn beach safety, paddling, wave timing, board control, and ways to stand, with a maximum of eight students. Wetsuit, board, changing rooms, lockers, and hot showers are included.

“Our 15-year-old had an amazing time learning to surf with Quiksilver Surf School. We booked a block of 5 lessons and couldn’t be more impressed with the whole experience.”

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4.Falmouth Uncovered Walking Tour (Award Winning)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 267 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $22

Walk through Falmouth with guides such as Will or Bobby, whose storytelling, humor, period costume, and accordion music bring the town’s past to life. The 90-minute route covers Killigrew Monument, Custom House Quay, Gyllyng Street, Smithick Hill, Market Street, and Prince of Wales Pier. Expect hills, stairs, and a child-friendly activity sheet.

“The history was great, but the stories got a bit tedious. Would have loved to hear how people today make their money and how they live here. Very talented and clever, especially on the squeeze box. A bit of the pied piper in him I would say.”

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5.Half-Day Coasteering in Newquay Cornwall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 239 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $76

Meet at Fistral Beach in Newquay for a three-hour coasteering session with guides including Nick, Tony, Paul, and Noah. You’ll swim, climb and jump along rugged Cornish cliffs, with training, lifeguard supervision, a 5mm wetsuit, helmet, and winter boots and gloves provided. A 50-metre swim is required.

“Nick was so accommodating, charismatic, motivating & patient! Had a good time learning interesting facts and also trying something new, Coasteering. Would definitely recommend..such a good adventure.”

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6.Beginner Surf Lesson in Newquay, Cornwall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 215 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $62

Meet the Newquay Activity Centre on Fore Street for a two-hour beginner surf lesson at Great Western or Fistral Beach. You’ll learn beach safety, board control, and the basics of standing up, with Rip Curl wetsuits, ID vests, lockers, and stable Swell foam boards provided. Alex is one of the instructors who may guide your session.

“The instructors were super friendly/ patient and nice! Although for a beginner class I think it's important to take less students in a group so that the instructor can focus more with each person since it's a completely new activity for some of us. Other than that I recommend the surfing class and I would definitely do it again!”

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7.Sea Kayak Lesson & Tour in Newquay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 189 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $83

Learn sea-kayaking basics with a qualified Newquay Activity Centre instructor, then paddle around Cornwall’s coast in a small group. You’ll visit coves and caves, pass cliffs, and may spot seals. James is praised for calm, clear guidance. The two-hour outing suits beginners aged over eight, though weather can force a change of plan.

“James was brilliant, such a friendly chap, knowledgeable about the area and generally a nice guy”

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8.Private Surfing Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 173 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $138

Spend two hours learning or refining your surfing at Fistral Beach Surf School in Newquay. Your private coach can tailor the session to your level, from first stand-up attempts to better manoeuvres. Boards, wetsuits, changing rooms, and hot showers are included, with lessons for ages five and up.

“I was in Newquay for three days and the guys at Fistral Surf School were really helpful and accommodating throughout my time there. I had a private coaching session one day and hired a board and wetsuit on the others and the team were always friendly, supportive and happy to answer any questions. I'd 100% recommend, thank you!”

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