South West Coast Path
Coastline 4 hrs
Hike scenic coastal trails with stunning views of the sea.
Where to stay
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At a glance
Climate
Temperate
Languages
English and Cornish
Local currency
GBP
(GBP)
Local time
(GMT+1)
Ideal trip length
3–7 days
Cost level
3 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Penzance Town Centre
Tap water
Generally described as safe to drink
Tipping
Optional 10-15% for good service
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
75 · Good
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Cornish Pasty
Fish and Chips
Cream Tea
Saffron Bun
When to visit Penzance
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: July, August
Busiest: Jul-Aug
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Jan30
Cold, wet, quiet
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Feb35
Cold, wet, few tourists
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Mar45
Cool, improving weather
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Apr60
Mild, spring blooms
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May75
Pleasant, less crowded
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Jun85
Warm, long days
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Jul90
Warm, sunny, busy
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Aug90
Warm, sunny, busy
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Sept80
Mild, pleasant, quieter
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Oct65
Cool, autumn colours
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Nov40
Cold, wet, windy
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Dec45
Cold, festive lights
Things to do in Penzance
7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
2 places
Morrab Gardens
Penzance Town Centre 1 hr
Wander through subtropical Victorian gardens in the town centre.
Best in the afternoon
3 places
Jubilee Pool
Penzance Promenade 2 hrs
Swim in the Art Deco geothermal lido overlooking the sea.
Newlyn Art Gallery & The Exchange
Newlyn 2 hrs
Experience contemporary art in two distinct venues.
Mousehole Village
Mousehole 3 hrs
Visit the picturesque fishing village, famous for its Christmas lights.
Any time of day
2 places
St Michael's Mount
Marazion 3.5 hrs
Explore the iconic tidal island castle and its gardens.
Penlee House Gallery & Museum
Penzance Town Centre 1.5 hrs
Discover Cornish art and local history in a Victorian house.
Practical ratings
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Near Penzance
Straight-line distance from the centre of Penzance.
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