
Visit Cornwall's Towns and Resorts
Cornwall has one city, Truro, and numerous historic towns, quaint fishing ports and seaside resorts. St Ives is famous for its cobbled streets, whereas Newquay is all about surfing. Padstow is known as Cornwall's 'foodie' capital and Falmouth for its maritime traditions. Use the filters below to help you decide where to go.
Perranporth
Perranporth is located on the north coast of Cornwall and offers a variety of shops and eateries including The Watering Hole on the beach. The beach is vast at low tide, some 3 miles, and is dog friednly 365 days a year. It is an excellent beach for surfing and RNLI monitored during peak season.
Fowey
Fowey is located on the River Fowery on the south coast of Cornwall. It is a wealthy town that attracts many visitors. Ferries to Bodinnick and Polruan run regularly. There are many pubs and cafes with aspirational shops in the main street. Nearby Readymoney Cove offers a small, compact beach at the mouth of the river.
Padstow
Padstow is the 'foodie' capital of Cornwall. Rick Stein dominates the town with a restaurant, cookery school, deli, hotel, cafe and fish and chip shop. The camal trail offers great, easy cycling and the River Camel provides a backdrop for water activities. There are also some great walks in and around Padstow.
Redruth
Redruth is a town rich in mining history. Once it was the richest town in Cornwall with tin and copper deposits being extracted from mines in and around the town. Local attractions include The Gold Centre, and Kresen Kernow that holds the County Records Archive. A walk to Carn Brea Monument is rewarded with stunning views of the coast from St Ives to St Agnes.
Hayle
Hayle is one of Cornwall's former industrial towns. During the 18th and 19th century, tin and copper ore from local mines was exported from the River Hayle. Two competeing communities vied for control over the river. Today the estuary is a wildlife sanctuary. A short walk will take you to the coast and towans.
Penzance
Penzance is the largest town in the Penwith area of Cornwall. It has a fabulous promenade with many places to eat, including street food. From Penzance you can fly or sail to the Isles of Scilly. The local outdoor, seawater lido, Jubilee Pool, has a geo-thermal area and cafe. Penlee Gallery permanently exhibits local art and hosts guest collections.





