If you can't wait to get to the beach, you might enjoy a trip to Gyllyngvase Beach located 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from central Falmouth. Catch the sunset by the shore at Swanpool Beach, just a short walk away.
If you'd like to get a taste of Falmouth student life, check out Falmouth University, in the heart of the town. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is relaxing and has lots of nice beaches.