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. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Penzance has to offer.

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
$79
1 night at 3-star hotel
Penzance in November
Estimated hotel price
$79
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 miles from the city centre.

Train

The train station in Penzance is called Penzance, and is located 0.3 miles from the city centre.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Penzance Trelawney Estate, located 1.7 miles from the city centre of Penzance. Penzance Botallack, Queens Arms is also a commonly used station, and is 7 miles from the city centre.

Plane

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

Train

The train station in Penzance is called Penzance, and is located 0.3 miles from the city centre.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Penzance Trelawney Estate, located 1.7 miles from the city centre of Penzance. Penzance Botallack, Queens Arms is also a commonly used station, and is 7 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Penzance

NQYCornwall Newquay
ISCIsles of Scilly St Mary's
PLHPlymouth

Airlines serving Penzance

British Airways
Good (7,797 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,898 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,426 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,296 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,477 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,887 reviews)
Eurowings
Good (287 reviews)
AccesRail
Loganair
Excellent (23 reviews)
Edelweiss Air
Good (30 reviews)
Pan Pacific Airlines
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Where to stay in popular areas of Penzance

Most booked hotels in Penzance

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The Old Success Inn
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$197+
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Carnson House
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$197+
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The Queens Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$223+
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Hiring a car in Penzance

Expect to pay $3.12 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 $37.44 and $49.92. 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 Full-size car hire (Opel Vivaro or similar) is, on average, 43% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.12 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 $37.44 and $49.92. 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 Full-size car hire (Opel Vivaro or similar) is, on average, 43% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.