Penzance travel guide

Penzance Tourism | Penzance Guide

You're Going to Love Penzance

With a population of 20 812, Penzance is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 2 days in order to fully appreciate everything Penzance has to offer.

Where to Eat in Penzance

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Bakehouse Restaurant (Chapel Street) and Turks Head Penzance (49 Chapel Street) are great picks.

When to visit Penzance

Penzance in November
Estimated hotel price
£38
1 night at 3-star hotel
Penzance in November
Estimated hotel price
£38
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Penzance

Plane

When flying to Penzance, you’ll arrive at Penzance (PZE), which is located 0 km from the city centre.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Penzance. The train station in Penzance is called Penzance, and is located 0.5 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Penzance is to pick up a car hire from Bristol, which is about 255 km from Penzance. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in Bristol.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Penzance Trelawney Estate, located 2.8 km from the city centre of Penzance. Penzance Botallack, Queens Arms is also a commonly used station, and is 11 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Penzance, you’ll arrive at Penzance (PZE), which is located 0 km from the city centre.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Penzance. The train station in Penzance is called Penzance, and is located 0.5 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Penzance is to pick up a car hire from Bristol, which is about 255 km from Penzance. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in Bristol.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Penzance Trelawney Estate, located 2.8 km from the city centre of Penzance. Penzance Botallack, Queens Arms is also a commonly used station, and is 11 km from the city centre.

Airports near Penzance

Airlines serving Penzance

British Airways
Good (3,789 reviews)
SWISS
Good (866 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (736 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (316 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (3,378 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (748 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,372 reviews)
Eurowings
Good (188 reviews)
Loganair
Excellent (13 reviews)
Edelweiss Air
Good (17 reviews)
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Where to stay in Penzance

Average rates range from around £94 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £101 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Penzance

Most booked hotels in Penzance

Green Apple Bed And Breakfast
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£97+
Pedn Olva
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£108+
Carbis Bay and Spa Hotel
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£216+
Yha Penzance
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£20+
Harbour Hotel St Ives
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£93+
Hotel Penzance
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£30+

Hiring a car in Penzance

Hiring a car in Penzance costs £38 per day, on average, or £76 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

Expect to pay £1.48 per litre in Penzance (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.75 and £23.67. The most frequently booked car type in Penzance is Mini (Kia Picanto or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (MG HS or similar) is, on average, 64% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Penzance costs £38 per day, on average, or £76 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

Expect to pay £1.48 per litre in Penzance (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.75 and £23.67. The most frequently booked car type in Penzance is Mini (Kia Picanto or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (MG HS or similar) is, on average, 64% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.