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Falmouth Uncovered Walking Tour (Award Winning)

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Destination: United Kingdom, England, Falmouth
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  • 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Falmouth
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

BRONZE EXPERIENCE OF THE YEAR 2023 at Cornwall Tourism Awards.

This is a 90-minute walking tour that uses vibrant storytelling to connect visitors to the Falmouth of centuries past. With passion, imagination and an eye for the funny side of things, we tell tales that transform our guests' experience of this wonderfully unique town.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Killigrew Monument, Arwenack Street, Falmouth England

We discuss the story of the Killigrews — the ruthless family of pirates who founded Falmouth.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Custom House Quay, Falmouth TR11 3JT, UK

We discover how Falmouth went from nothing to becoming a maritime boom town, famous around the world.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Gyllyng Street, Gyllyng St, Falmouth TR11, UK

What kind of place was Falmouth in the age of sail? A melting pot of nationalities and religious groups, all rubbing shoulders in a town unlike any other. From here we also look across Falmouth from above — the perfect place to soak up its charms.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Smithick Hill, Falmouth TR11, UK

What sort of things happened on these streets? A great deal — murders, violence and general bad behaviour.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Market Street, Market St, Falmouth TR11, UK

Down on the main street we're at the heart of old Falmouth. Here we find where the ladies of night once prowled, and hear the story of Falmouth's famous cannibal arrivals.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Prince of Wales Pier, Falmouth TR11 3DB, UK

We end by standing on the pier, surrounded by our beautiful harbour. Here we hear one final tale, of a former slave who became a local celebrity.

Duration: 10 minutes

Inclusions
  • Activity sheets for children

Exclusions
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
    • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    Departure Point

    Grove Place Toilets, Falmouth TR11 4AU, UK


    Return Details

    Prince of Wales Pier, Falmouth TR11 3DF, UK

    Voucher info

    You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

    Duration

    1 hour 30 minutes


    User's Reviews

    Jacqueline G

    10 Apr, 2024

    Perfect way to hear the history of Falmouth. Will - knowledgeable, entertaining and extremely personable. So glad we booked this tour.

    Curious518960

    10 Apr, 2024

    An absolutely fantastic tour, well structured, informative and entertaining. Will's commentary is excellent, he's knowledgeable and interacts well with the tour members.

    sarahlL7673ZU

    28 Feb, 2024

    Such a brilliant tour that really brought Falmouth to life. Information and history was shared and explored so well. Will not forget the great views and the way Falmouth grew through history. Plus there were some great local stories along the way. Really recommend this guide 😊

    anneboblightburn

    18 Oct, 2023

    A group of us took this tour recently with Will as our guide. Will was dressed in what seemed to us typical 17th century garb which included a three cornered hat. His knowledge of Cornwall and Falmouth in particular was outstanding and his talk was presented with much humor. His talk of the extensive piracy (or privateering) in the area was fascinating. We are unable to stump him with our many questions. The only thing missing, perhaps, was an eye patch and a parrot perched on his shoulder. This tour is highly recommended.

    247Ian

    18 Oct, 2023

    Will's walking tour of Falmouth was very informative and amusing. We were taken around the town, led by Will playing sea shanties on a harmonium. He brought the history of Falmouth to life with stories of piracy and sea going trade from Tudor to modern times. The walk took a little over 90 minutes and covered the Falmouth quaysides and upper town from the Killigrew monument to the Prince of Wales Pier. A walk that will show you Falmouth and it's place in English history. To be highly recommended.

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    Unexpected delight!

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    Must do while in Cornwall!

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    A great way to discover Falmouth

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    A great day to spend an hour going back in time

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    Must do in Falmouth

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    Falmouth’s best pirate

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    Great narrative & very entertaining!

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    The highlight of our week in Cornwall

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    A walk through history

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    A Terrific, Must Do , if you want to learn about Falmouth!

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    A great tour - not to be missed!

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    Amazing tour - highly recommend!

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