Visiting Tintagel involves a bit of walking. The village sits high on the cliffs, while the castle and the beach are right down at sea level. This means your choice of car park determines how long your walk will be.
Most visitors head straight for the private car parks on Fore Street, but the Council-run Visitor Centre car park is often quieter and easier to access if you are coming from the Boscastle direction.
Our Top Picks
Tintagel has plenty of capacity, but the “best” spot depends on your vehicle and your budget.
- Best for Castle & Town (Central): King Arthur’s Car Park. The largest and most convenient car park. It is right in the middle of the village, opposite the Old Post Office.
- Best for JustPark Users (Council): Tintagel Visitor Centre. Located at the edge of the village. It is a reliable Council car park that avoids the busiest pedestrian areas.
- Best for Views & Walking: Glebe Cliff (St Materiana’s Church). A spectacular clifftop car park near the ancient church. It offers a stunning coastal walk down to the castle bridge.
Village Centre Parking
These are your main options for visiting the High Street, the pubs, and the Castle entrance.
King Arthur’s Car Park
Postcode: PL34 0DA
Capacity: Large (Tarmac + Grass)
Best For: Motorhomes and general visitors. It is the only car park in Tintagel explicitly licensed for overnight motorhome stays (check current tariffs). It is located perfectly for the shops.
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Tintagel Visitor Centre
Postcode: PL34 0AA
Capacity: ~100 spaces
Best For: Avoiding the traffic. If you just want to park quickly and walk in, this is the easiest option. It is run by Cornwall Council and uses the JustPark app.
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Sword in the Stone Car Park
Postcode: PL34 0AA
Capacity: Moderate
Best For: An alternative to the Visitor Centre. It is located just next door and is often open for overflow parking in summer.
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Scenic & Nearby Options
If you want to escape the main high street crowds or combine your visit with a beach day.
Glebe Cliff (St Materiana’s Church)
Postcode: PL34 0DJ
Capacity: Limited (Gravel)
Best For: The view. You park right on the cliff edge. It is free (donations encouraged for the Church) but fills up quickly. From here, you can walk directly onto the coastal path.
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Trebarwith Strand
Postcode: PL34 0HB
Capacity: ~150 spaces
Best For: A beach day. Located about 2 miles south of Tintagel. It is a stunning tidal beach with a large Council car park. Many people park here and walk the coastal path to Tintagel (approx 45 mins).
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