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Penzance (/ p ɛ n ˈ z æ n s / pen-ZANSS; Cornish: Pennsans) is a town, civil parish and port in the Penwith district of Cornwall, England, United Kingdom. It is the westernmost major town in Cornwall and is about 64 miles (103 km) west-southwest of Plymouth and 255 miles (410 km) west-southwest of London.
- Chapel Street. Running from the town centre down to the harbour is Chapel Street, the most historic street in Penzance. It is an eclectic mix of shops, houses and hotels most of which date back to the 18th century and before.
- The Exchange Gallery. Just around the corner from Chapel Street is The Exchange, a major contemporary art gallery / space. The works featured here range from those of local to international artists.
- Penlee House Gallery and Museum. Situated within the confines of Penlee Park, this Victorian manor house is now home to a gallery, the town museum and a pleasant café.
- Morrab Gardens. Three and a half acres of subtropical garden stretching from the centre of town to the seafront. The gardens contain many exotic plants, rarely seen in other parts of Britain.
Head west and experience the beauty of Penzance. The town has burst onto the cultural scene and is a popular choice for artists. Elsewhere, take the plunge into the art deco lido, Jubilee Pool, or enjoy the views across Mounts Bay.
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Welcome to Penzance! Visit Penzance and you’ll find yourself in a gem of a portside town, with Cornwall’s most iconic destinations on your doorstep. Dine on fish fresh from Mount’s Bay. Settle into a piratey pub or oh-so-chic cocktail bar.
The best things to do in Penzance in Penwith, Cornwall include swimming at the Jubilee Lido pool, learning about Cornwall’s history, strolling along the promenade, fresh fish in Newlyn and enjoying surrounding places like St Michael’s Mount and the picturesque village of Mousehole.
May 1, 2023 · Give yourself time to amble in the gardens around Penzance, among the palms, ferns and outsized leaves of the gunnera (Chilean rhubarb). There are beaches, picture book villages made from local light grey granite, and enlightening culture at galleries, a sculpture garden and the awe-inspiring Minack Theatre.
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