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St. Ives' coastline boasts golden sands and crystal clear waters, perfect for every type of beach day. Enjoy sun-soaked relaxation with unparalelled views, whilst adventure seekers revel in an array of water sports – from surfing the Atlantic's waves to kayaking through serene coves.
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- Scenic Stroll
- Art and Culture in St Ives
- An Afternoon Mooch
- Dinner with A View
- Getting There
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First things first, get your bearings and soak up the salty air and bohemian lifestyle of this small town. From the train station, you can walk along the harbour dotted with colourful fishing boats, past Porthgwidden Beach to the beautiful headland known as the Island. Arm yourself with a traditional Cornish pasty from one of the many local shops (...
St Ives has long been a haven for artists and is the birthplace of the St Ives School, a group of artists including Ben Nicholson, Barbara Hepworth and Patrick Heron. It’s no wonder, then, that the Tate set up camp here. Housed in an iconic spiral-shaped building, the modern European art on display at Tate St Ives is a must-see, and the gallery has...
No trip to St Ives is complete without an afternoon wandering the quaint backstreets of fisherman’s cottages lined with shops, bakeries and local galleries. Meander down Fore Street and enjoy a traditional Cornish cream tea at The Yellow Canary; bag yourself a piece of Cornish artwork at the New Craftsman Gallery; and try to walk past the glut of c...
Recharge your batteries and replenish the lost calories by ending a day of exploring with dinner. With some of the best restaurants in Cornwall, you’ll be spoilt for choice. Porthminster Beach Café and Seafood Café specialise in the fruits of the Cornish sea, or for supper with a sea view head to the terrace at The Loft. More casual diners should h...
Parking in St Ives is notoriously tricky (and expensive), especially in the summer when the town is thronged with tourists. If you have a car, a more rewarding option is to use the Park & Ride at St Erth station – a 15-minute drive from St Ives – and catch the coastal train to St Ives station. It’s only two stops and you can enjoy spectacular ocean...
Discover the picturesque seaside town of St Ives, a cultural hub for artists and surfers in Cornwall. Explore the scenic harbour, the Tate gallery, the Barbara Hepworth museum and more.
- Spend time on the beaches of St Ives in Cornwall. If you’re looking for a beach vacation, St Ives is unquestionably the place to be. You can choose from four main beaches, all within walking distance of the town.
- Make a day of it! Get on the beach and rent a beach chalet!!! Who wouldn’t want to rent one of those darling-looking beach chalets on Porthgwidden Beach?
- Go to the St Ives Farmer’s Market. The St Ives Farmers Market is held every Thursday between 0930 and 230pm. You’ll find it in the Guildhall. This market which showcases local producers has been running since 2008.
- Visit the Tate St Ives. The Tate St. Ives is worth the visit for the Frosts and Rothko alone. Three galleries of very well-curated pieces, lots of light, and space in which to appreciate it.
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St Ives (Cornish: Porth Ia, meaning "St Ia's cove") is a seaside town, civil parish and port in Cornwall, England, United Kingdom. The town lies north of Penzance and west of Camborne on the coast of the Celtic Sea. In former times, it was commercially dependent on fishing.
