Penzance Holidays

This beautiful coastal town in Cornwall is the perfect location for a relaxing, idyllic seaside holiday. From short breaks in Penzance to Penzance luxury holidays, its maritime heritage, beautiful coastline and proximity to other attractions in Cornwall make it a popular destination for tourists seeking history, culture and natural beauty. Several neighbourhoods in and around Penzance offer great holiday accommodation. 

• Penzance Town Centre: You'll find a variety of options for Penzance breaks here, including hotels, guesthouses, and B&Bs. The shops, restaurants and attractions of Penzance are right on your doorstep. 
• Newlyn: This charming fishing village has self-catering cottages and apartments with stunning sea views for picture-perfect Penzance getaways. 
• Mousehole: There's plenty of accommodation in this picturesque village, known for its quaint harbour and narrow streets, a few miles south of Penzance. 

• Marazion: The home of St Michael's Mount, this town offers soft sandy beaches and year-round enjoyment. 

Prices for trips to Penzance vary, but the Expedia platform has a large range of cheap holidays in Penzance. If you don't mind a cooler seaside holiday, opting for off-peak travel in the winter months can cut your budget, too. Opting to stay in places off the beaten track like Gulval, Madron, or Heamoor can mean a more affordable and peaceful experience. Penzance cheap breaks start here. If your wallet isn't up to a long stay, Penzance weekend breaks offer you a chance to unwind for less.

There's an array of things to do in Penzance and activities you can indulge in on your trip to Penzance. Take to the sea on a kayak or paddle board, sign up for a surfing course, embark on a wildlife cruise or a sea fishing trip or, for a really unforgettable experience, ride on the beach and in the shallow surf on a horse. If you'd rather keep your feet on dry land, you can sign up for one of the many walking and biking tours on offer around the coast and inland. There are plenty of ways to make your holiday in Penzance a memorable one: 

• Visit St. Michael's Mount: Explore the iconic castle and gardens located on a tidal island. You can walk across the causeway during low tide or take a boat ride during high tide. 
• Explore the Minack Theatre: Experience the magic of this open-air theatre carved into the cliffs overlooking the sea. 
• Take a boat trip to the Isles of Scilly: Embark on a day trip or a longer excursion to this stunning archipelago. 
• Indulge in Cornish cuisine: Sample delicious local delicacies such as Cornish pasties, fresh seafood and creamy Cornish ice cream. Visit local cafes, pubs and restaurants to savour the flavours of Cornwall. 

If you're flying to your holiday in Penzance, you can search for packages and combine your airfare with your accommodation. All-inclusive hotels in PenzanceOpens in a new window also offer a host of amenities and activities. If you want to visit Penzance by air, there are flights from various UK airports, and even from Dublin. That gives you the chance to take advantage of package holidays to Penzance.  

Penzance luxury holidays let you immerse yourself in a world of refined elegance and impeccable hospitality. Book a Superb Sea View room in the Hotel Penzance, a beautiful classic building with an elegant, yet homey feel. Or enjoy gourmet meals at the secluded Lugger Hotel, which overlooks a tiny bay with a crab and lobster fishing harbour. If a spa holiday in Penzance is what you're looking for, you can recover from your outdoor exploits by relaxing in the pa and wellness centre with an indoor pool, sauna and hydrotherapy pool. As a bonus, you'll get access to the hotel's private beach.

For Penzance family holidays, you'll want to be close to the sand and the sea. If you don't mind staying a short drive from Penzance, Polurrian on the LizardOpens in a new window is a family-friendly resort offering a range of amenities and activities for all ages might be just the thing for you. There's also the St. Ives Harbour Hotel & SpaOpens in a new window, a family-friendly resort with stunning sea views, in St Ives, a picturesque town near Penzance.