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Penzance sits in Mount Bay, with small coastal villages within a short drive that are popular with visitors in the summer.
Penzance is the most westerly town in England, and the mildest, as evident in the gardens, try Morab Gardens.
There is a harbour and shipyard, a ferry links to the Isles Of Scilly (the slow way), or fly there on the helicopter from Penzance Airport (the quick way). The Isles of Sciily are well worth the trip, even if you go for the day.
The Bay sweeps around to St Michaels Mount, possibly part of King Arthurs lost land of Lyonesse. The Mount has a 11th century monastery and 15th century fort. A similar Mount can be found across the English Channel in France.
A statue of the towns famous son, Humphrey Davey, the miner's lamp inventor, stands in the town.
Gardens
Trengwainton Gardens Madron, Penzance TR20 8RZ
National Trust, exotic plants grow here, shop etc. Trengwainton Gardens information
Art Galleries
District Museum & Art Gallery Penlee House, Morrab Road, Penzance TR18 4HE
Local museum and art gallery. District Museum & Art Gallery information
Historic Houses
St Michael's Mount Marazion, Penzance TR17 0EF
St Michaels Mount, National Trust, castle dates from 14th century, footpath over causeway at low tide,or take the ferry in summer. Cafe and restaurant in summer. Guided tours only in winter. Dramatic place, shop etc. St Michael's Mount information
The Egyptian House 6-7 Chaple Street, Penzance TR18 4AJ
A flamboyant Regency house The Egyptian House information
Museums
National Lighthouse Centre The Old Buoy Store, Wharf Road, Penzance TR18 4BN
Currently closed National Lighthouse Centre information
Out & About
Cudden Point, Penzance
Coastal walks. Cudden Point information
Carn Euny, Penzance
Site of a 1st century village. Carn Euny information
Hotels
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Britons Hill Penzance TR18 3AE MAP With wonderful views across Penzance Bay, Hotel Penzance offers award-winning cuisine and boutique bedrooms. Guests can relax in the swimming pool in the Mediterranean-style gardens. Set in 2 Edwardian houses, the elegant rooms have Wi-Fi access and tea/... More Information and Book ... |
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Gulval Penzance TR18 3BB MAP This traditional pub with modern bedrooms is in the peaceful village of Gulval. It has free internet access and serves fresh, local good-quality food in its restaurant. The Coldstreamer is 2 minutes away from the British International Helicopter Service ... More Information and Book ... |
Beachfield 3*
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The Promenade Penzance TR18 4NW MAP Right on the seafront, with breathtaking panoramic views of Mount’s Bay, from The Lizard to Newlyn Harbour, this Victorian building offers free Wi-Fi and charming en suite accommodation. Standing on grounds that were once fields and dunes where fisherm... More Information and Book ... |
Guest Houses, Bed and Breakfasts, Inns and other Hotels
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Market Jew Street Penzance TR18 2HZ MAP The Longboat Hotel is a 5-minute walk from Penzance Train Station and the beach. The Longboat has a restaurant, a traditional bar and rooms with free Wi-Fi and LCD TVs. Rooms at the Longboat Hotel have private bathrooms and hairdryers and ironing equipme... More Information and Book ... |
YHA Penzance 3*
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Castle Horneck Penzance TR20 8TF MAP Set in a Georgian mansion, YHA Penzance features a traditional restaurant and leafy gardens. Penzance Seafront is a 15-minute walk away, and Newlyn Harbour is just 1.5 miles away. The YHA Penzance has dormitory rooms with shared bathroom facilities. Ther... More Information and Book ... |
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Trereife House Penzance TR20 8TJ MAP Dating back to the reign of Elizabeth I, this elegant manor house is an hour’s drive from Newquay Airport. Penzance is 5 minutes away by car, and there is free parking on site. A hearty full English breakfast is served each morning in the traditional d... More Information and Book ... |
Holiday Cottages
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Madron near Penzance MAP This detached 19th century beamed cottage with its south facing garden is set in the heart of a picturesque village that overlooks Mounts Bay. Just 2 miles from Penzance, the village shop, pub, church and children's playing field are close by and … Sleeps 4 + t/cot... More Information and Book ... |
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Marazion near Penzance MAP The Old Toll House stands within a short stroll of the sandy beach, shops, restaurants and pubs of the village of Marazion on lovely Mounts Bay.Dominating the bay is majestic St Michael's Mount, which can be accessed by a stone causeway at low tide, a.. Sleeps 4 + child... More Information and Book ... |
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near Penzance MAP ON SITE FACILITIES WITH INDOOR SWIMMING POOL SAUNA BAR AND MUCH MORE SLEEPS 4 + 2 This delightful end-terraced property nestles in the grounds of the historic Kenegie Manor and is perfectly positioned for touring the whole of Cornwall with a wealth of ...... 2 Bedrooms Sleeping 4. Changeover Day is Sat.Dogs allowed: Yes (2)... More Information and Book ... |
Further around the coast, take a trip to visit Newlyn and Mousehole as you visit the south Cornish coastline.
Towns Near Penzance To Visit - straight line distance:
Newlyn Tourist Information (1.14 miles) Mousehole Tourist Information (2.52 miles) St Just Tourist Information (6.46 miles) St Ives Tourist Information (6.76 miles)
Where to Stay in Penzance
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Penzance Tourist Information Centre
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Station Approach
Penzance
TR18 2NF
Tel: 01736 362207
Email: penzancetic@cornwall.gov.uk
Area Telephone Code
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