Devon And Cornwall Tourism Thrives As Popular Heritage Sites And Nature Spots Experience Remarkable Surge of visitors

Devon and Cornwall’s tourism shows signs of recovery, with key attractions seeing visitor growth despite challenges, offering hope for a strong future in travel.

Tourism in Devon and Cornwall shows signs of recovery, despite many top attractions still falling short of pre-pandemic visitor numbers. According to the Association of Leading Visitor Attractions (ALVA), out of the 12 leading sites in the counties, only three—Haldon Forest, St Michael’s Mount, and Tintagel Castle—saw an increase in visitors last year compared to 2019.

Tate St Ives experienced the largest decline, with a 37% drop in visitors compared to 2019, while Saltram in Plymouth and the Eden Project near St Austell saw decreases of 34% and 33%, respectively.

In 2024, the Eden Project—once the most visited site in Devon and Cornwall—attracted 673,625 visitors, a 6% decline compared to 2023. However, a spokesperson for the site mentioned that they’ve maintained positive momentum heading into 2025, with the February half-term seeing a 27% increase in visitors compared to the previous year.

While St Michael’s Mount and Tintagel Castle also experienced slight decreases of 2% and 3%, respectively, Haldon Forest and Cardinham Woods, ranked second and fifth in visitor numbers, saw increases of 10% and 14%. RHS Garden Rosemoor, the sixth most visited site, reported a modest rise from 237,660 visitors in 2023 to 238,030 last year.

Despite challenges, the region continues to offer authentic and unique experiences for travelers.

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