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A mini guide to
Penzance, Mousehole & Land’s End: tips and FAQs
Local know-how and common questions
Local know-how
Tips for visiting
Check the causeway
The causeway to St Michael’s Mount from Marazion can be crossed from about mid-tide to low water. The Mount’s own site posts the day’s opening and any closures, such as high winds.
Try the Night Riviera
GWR says the Night Riviera Sleeper runs between London Paddington and Penzance nightly except Saturdays, with seats at no extra charge and cabins for a supplement. Check GWR for current times.
Follow the artists
Penlee House holds paintings by Newlyn School artists, Newlyn Art Gallery & The Exchange shows contemporary work, and Lamorna and Mousehole were part of the same artists’ circle.
Visit Penzance Visitor Centre
Visit Cornwall lists the Penzance Visitor Centre in the National Trust Welcome Centre on Station Road, beside the station.
Plan the far west by car or bus
Land’s End is about eight miles west-south-west of Penzance, and Porthcurno, Sennen Cove and the Geevor mine are at different corners of the peninsula, so give each a half day.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where is Penzance, Mousehole & Land’s End?
Penzance, Mousehole & Land’s End is in Cornwall, England. A market town, fishing ports and Britain’s south-western tip. Nearby stops and stations include Penzance, St Erth, Coach to Penzance.
How long do I need in Penzance, Mousehole & Land’s End?
Two to three days. Allow longer if you plan to eat out or visit several attractions.
What are the highlights?
Highlights include St Michael's Mount, Marazion, Marazion Marsh. See the Things to do page for more.
How do I get there?
Nearby: Penzance (GWR, CrossCountry, Night Riviera); St Erth (GWR, Cornish Main Line); Coach to Penzance (National Express); Isles of Scilly ferry (Isles of Scilly Travel). The Getting there page links to the official timetables and journey planners.
Where can I eat and drink?
We list 18 places to eat and drink in and around Penzance, Mousehole & Land’s End, with filters to help you choose.
Where should I stay?
We list 8 hotels and other places to stay nearby. Check availability and prices with each property.
Is Penzance, Mousehole & Land’s End accessible?
Accessibility varies by street, building and venue. Check each attraction or operator’s access information before you travel.
While you are here
Things to see in Penzance, Mousehole & Land’s End
A few of the sights in the area. The Things to do page lists them all, with directions and official links.
Mousehole
Fishing village and port on Mount's Bay, about 2.5 miles south of Penzance.
Sennen Cove
Small coastal village near Land’s End, on the South West Coast Path.
St Michael's Mount
Tidal island in Mount's Bay, linked to Marazion by a granite causeway that can be crossed from mid-tide to low water.
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A fishing port, estuary cycling and sandy bays on the north coast
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- Marazion: The original uploader was Shropman at English Wikipedia., CC BY-SA 2.5, source
- Mousehole: Olaf Tausch, CC BY 3.0, source
- Sennen Cove: Jim Champion, CC BY-SA 3.0, source
- St Michael's Mount: Unknown authorUnknown author, Public domain, source
- Falmouth & the Helford: Tim Green, CC BY 2.0, source
- Newquay & the North Coast: Otto Domes, CC BY-SA 4.0, source
- Padstow & the Camel Estuary: Derek Harper, CC BY-SA 2.0, source
- Fowey, Polperro & the south-east coast: Marika Reinholds, CC BY-SA 2.0, source
- St Ives & West Penwith: ArildV, CC BY-SA 4.0, source
Photos from Wikimedia Commons, used under the licences shown. All photo credits
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