Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

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 one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Penzance deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Penzance

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

When to visit Penzance

Penzance in November
Estimated hotel price
S$ 59
1 night at 3-star hotel
Penzance in November
Estimated hotel price
S$ 59
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

The train station in Penzance is called Penzance, and is located 0.5 km from the city centre.

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

The train station in Penzance is called Penzance, and is located 0.5 km from the city centre.

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

NQYCornwall Newquay
ISCIsles of Scilly St Mary's
PLHPlymouth

Airlines serving Penzance

British Airways
Good (7,679 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,849 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,370 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,244 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,435 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,862 reviews)
Eurowings
Good (285 reviews)
AccesRail
Loganair
Excellent (23 reviews)
Edelweiss Air
Good (30 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Penzance

Most booked hotels in Penzance

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Pedn-Olva
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
S$ 238+
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Harbour Hotel St Ives
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
S$ 252+
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The Ship Inn
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
S$ 144+
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Carbis Bay and Spa Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
S$ 431+
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Tregenna Castle Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
S$ 116+
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Hotel Penzance
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
S$ 117+
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Hiring a car in Penzance

Expect to pay S$ 2.35 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 S$ 28.13 and S$ 37.50. The most frequently booked car type in Penzance is Compact (Ford Focus or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Citroen C1 or similar) is, on average, 44% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay S$ 2.35 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 S$ 28.13 and S$ 37.50. The most frequently booked car type in Penzance is Compact (Ford Focus or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Citroen C1 or similar) is, on average, 44% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.