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St Ives tourist information
St Ives is busy in the summer holiday season, as it is very pretty with cobbled streets and old cottages leading to the harbour.
A popular place to visit, like a larger Padstow.
Made famous for attracting artists such as Barbara Hepworth and Whistler, it now has the Tate Gallery offshoot in a modern, purpose built, building.
Perkin Warbeck landed here and was proclaimed Richard IV in 1497, he tried to get to London with his followers but only got as far as Taunton, Somerset.
St Ives is on a headland so there are two main beaches, and some smaller ones. Even the harbour is used as beach at low tide, and you can get boat trips and fishing trips here as well. Take a look around the lifeboat on the quayside when the lifeboat station's main doors are open and browse in the RNIL shop next door.
Art Galleries
Tate Gallery Porthmeor Beach, St Ives TR26 1TG
A smaller version of the Tate in London. Tate Gallery information
Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden Barnoon Hill, St Ives TR26 1AD
Sculptures by this famous artist. Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden information
Museums
Wayside Folk Museum Zennor, St Ives TR26 3DA
Crafts and archaeology at Zennor. Wayside Folk Museum information
Out & About
Zennor, St Ives
On the B3036, west of St Ives. Zennor information
Chysauster Ancient Village Newmill, St Ives TR20 8XA
The remains of a 2,000 year old settlement. Chysauster Ancient Village information
Hotels
Queens Hotel 4*
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High Street St Ives TR26 1RR MAP Situated in St Ives, less than 10 minutes’ walk from the harbour and pier, this hotel has free Wi-Fi. It also offers a gastro pub, decorated with local artwork and serving a wide range of food. Queens Hotel makes its own Cornish ice cream, as well as h... More Information and Book ... |
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Albany Terrace St Ives TR26 2BS MAP Looking out across beautiful St Ives Bay, this Edwardian hotel offers bright, modern rooms and a restaurant serving freshly caught fish and local produce. It also has free Wi-Fi and free parking. Some rooms at the Chy-An-Albany Hotel boast lovely sea vi... More Information and Book ... |
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Carbis Bay St Ives TR26 2NP MAP Set in tropical gardens, this elegant hotel offers wonderful sea views, an award-winning restaurant and direct access to the Blue Flag Carbis Bay Beach. Picturesque St Ives is just 1.5 miles away. Guests can relax in the outdoor swimming pool, or on the ... More Information and Book ... |
Guest Houses, Bed and Breakfasts, Inns and other Hotels
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St Ives Road, Carbis Bay St Ives TR26 2SX MAP Just 5 minutes’ walk from the stunning Carbis Bay, this Beechwood House offers 4-star guest accommodation in St Ives. It is surrounded by 4 beaches, offering swimming, surfing and fishing. The rooms are bright, with elegant décor and a flat-screen TV ... More Information and Book ... |
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St Ives Road Carbis Bay St Ives TR26 2SB MAP Just 500 metres from the beautiful Carbis Bay Beach, Howards Hotel offers cooked breakfasts and traditional rooms with free Wi-Fi. Carbis Bay Railway Station is a 10-minute walk away. The bright bedrooms are individually decorated, and each has a TV and ... More Information and Book ... |
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4 Talland Road St Ives TR26 2DF MAP With an elevated position overlooking St. Ives Bay, The Hollies is a 5-minute walk from the beach and St. Ives town centre. It offers comfortable rooms and a varied breakfast menu. The light and airy rooms at the family-run Hollies feature a TV, ironing ... More Information and Book ... |
Holiday Cottages
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Carbis Bay St Ives MAP The glorious sands of Carbis Bay (famous for its water sports) lie within ½ mile of this very comfortable property and its attractive south facing garden. St Ives' quaint fishing harbour, cobbled streets and alleyways, art galleries and restaurants are.. Sleeps 6 + t/cot... More Information and Book ... |
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Carbis Bay St Ives MAP Less than ½ a mile from a beautiful beach, shops and a choice of inns serving food, this cosy property offers a comfortable base for exploring west Cornwall's dramatically scenic coastline. The lovely old granite quay, watersports facilities, potteries… Sleeps 4 + cot... More Information and Book ... |
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Carbis Bay St Ives MAP A beach of silver sand and a choice of shops, inns and restaurants at Carbis Bay are within half a mile of this attractive property, which boasts its own private garden and attractive conservatory. It is an idyllic holiday base. The pretty fishing port… Sleeps 4 + cot... More Information and Book ... |
Around the coast to St Agnes, that would be a good day out.
Towns Near St Ives To Visit - straight line distance:
Hayle Tourist Information (3.22 miles) Penzance Tourist Information (6.76 miles) Newlyn Tourist Information (7.87 miles) Camborne Tourist Information (8.01 miles)
Where to Stay in St Ives
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St Ives Tourist Information Centre
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The Guildhall
St Ives
Tel: 01736 796297
Area Telephone Code
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