Penzance Attractions

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Things to Do in Penzance


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Top Attractions in Penzance

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  • Road48853013545
    3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Amazing!
    I really enjoyed my day here. There was a play being practised and it was all brilliant and overwhelming. I have always wanted to go and am really pleased I did.
    Written 17 March 2024
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  • Elaine G
    Cornwall, UK12 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    My husband and I renewed our vows with our family and two close friends in the sculpture gardens and hired the Pagoda - it was magical - followed by the most amazing vegan lunch - we were very spoiled and the staff went above and beyond to ensure we had the best day!
    Written 2 March 2024
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  • 367Lucy
    3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Beautiful pool and very nice hot showers. Good cafe. Very good value to use the big pool for a cold water swim 🏊 🏊
    Written 23 December 2023
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  • SJDevon
    Ashburton, UK352 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    My friend and I have visited several times and thoroughly enjoyed each visit.

    However, their current exhibition of paintings by Martina Thomas did not gel with us.

    I realise that art is a very personal choice but we did struggle with her paintings!

    On its own that made the visit not really worth the entry fee for us on the day we went.

    We did have a very nice cup of coffee and a cheese scone in the restaurant.

    Sadly, they have also greatly reduced the stock of the fascinating art books they used to have and there are now virtually none in the shop.

    Just not so great but always nice to see the Newlyn artist paintings .
    Written 15 March 2024
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  • Gboston1
    Cheltenham, UK23 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A delightful, whimsical place full of delightful hand made sculptures and poems - magical for children) and Inner Children) of all ages.The two owners were charming and hospitable, and after we fed the ducks with the little packet of treats they sell, we walked around the woodland and beautiful lakes they had created. We then said hello to the happy-seeming community of budgies, lovebirds and other birds in the aviary, then had a cup of coffee at the tiny cake hut. Yes, some of the scriptures and other features look a little past their prime, but the fact that everything wasn't perfect was part of the message, I felt. All very charming, and we left feeling relaxed, uplifted and ready for our journey back to Gloucestershire after our weekend in Cornwall.
    Written 26 September 2023
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  • Hannah
    Bournemouth, UK26 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Easily my favourite NT place so far. I visited on a very hot March day and found it to be fairly quiet and incredibly peaceful, it was amazing to see so many beautiful plants and explore the different paths. The lady in the shop who scanned my card kindly gave me a map and talked me through each section of the gardens, she was very helpful! I will definitely be returning at different times of the year to see what else is in bloom!
    Written 17 March 2024
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  • Andy S
    Chippenham, UK35 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Fantastic experience at Polgoon! Ryan our tour guide is both passionate & knowledgable & made the whole experience interesting, informative & enjoyable. Would highly recommend both the tour experience & of course their delicious wines! It’s a great story!
    Written 31 December 2023
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  • Albywon
    Sydney, Australia11,904 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    I walked the length of this street yesterday as it links Market Jew Street with St Mary's Church. Several interesting Art Galleries and certainly sole interesting Architecture. Definitely worth a look.
    Written 12 March 2024
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  • Paul F
    Chesterfield, UK2,543 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We walked this section to Penzance and back on a fairly windy Sunday in the dry! It was fantastic with stunning views to the Mount and towards Penzance.

    Clean and dry, with a walk on the beach as the tide was on its way out. Really pleasant although some dog owners ought to know better and keep an eye out for their dogs fouling!
    Written 18 December 2023
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  • Compass486052
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is a delightful destination garden, beautifully stocked and laid out with something in bloom in every season. Signed directions guide an interesting journey along the path that flows through the gardens and takes in every aspect.
    To top it all, the cafe is simply excellent - great food, knockout coffee, great value and the most welcoming and friendly staff.
    Written 11 February 2024
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  • nwhd2k15
    Swansea County, UK3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We loved it. You can see the arrangements of the houses, the rooms in some and just imagine how it looked and lived their life. It's also so peaceful - once a farmer nearby turned his tractor off, the place was almost deaf silence, bar the odd bird tweet and insects chirping. You can see for miles and really put yourself in the shoes of what an ancient Briton might've seen and felt like.

    For some cons, it was a little overgrown, but honestly, it's an 1800 year old ruin on a hilltop.
    There is a car park but be warned that Google will direct you to somebody's home - they put up a sign saying "no access to ancient village" but it would've been more helpful to say "follow road for free car park and toilets" or something.
    Written 16 September 2023
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  • Albywon
    Sydney, Australia11,904 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    I arguably saw these gardens at or near their worst in early March.
    Even then still beautiful, and I hope to visit again later in the year
    Written 12 March 2024
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