Towns and Villages near Marazion

Carbis Bay

22 August 2026

The quiet, unassuming sister of St Ives, Carbis Bay is only one mile west from its famous neighbour and overlooks the bay to the iconic lighthouse just off-shore at Godrevy Point, four miles further west across the golden sands of the Towans. Carbis Bay is a lot quieter all year round and boasts three of the finest sandy beaches in the area, Carbis Bay beach, Porthkidney Sands and Hawkes Point, perfect for families and couples. Or if you want to sample the delights of St Ives it delivers the best route in. Leave your car behind and catch the train or stroll along the coast path, you will not be disappointed as you round the final corner.

Penzance

21 November 2025

Not quite as firmly on the tourist trail as St Ives, Penzance has real character and is more down to earth. The Jubilee Pool, on the Promenade, is an enormous open-air, Art Deco-style lido, complete with sun terraces and cafe - it's a great place to while away a sunny afternoon.

Newlyn

29 May 2014

Nestled between Penzance and Mousehole, England's largest fishing port is the epitome of a fishing village. The village awakes at 7am every morning for the fish auction before the fresh haul is sent to the local restaurants and shipped across the continent, with everything from large ocean-faring trawlers to small open boats filling the harbour. The narrow winding streets are a hotchpotch of fisherman's cottages, cafes and holiday homes although with its own vibrant art scene including the Newlyn Gallery, Newlyn Society of Arts and Newlyn School of Arts, it is firmly on the artistic map.

Mousehole

25 September 2013

This cosy village is awash with myth and legend; it would seem that most fairytales concerning Cornwall feature Mousehole. The Christmas lights here draw people from the four corners.

Lamorna Cove

10 June 2011

Just 6 miles from Penzance, Lamorna Cove could be in a different country. This tiny quayside village is some way off the beaten track and has all the atmosphere of a Cornwall long gone. Found at the end of a deep, heavily wooded valley, Lamorna has long been a popular haunt for artists. Divers are drawn to the clear waters here, while those seeking a tranquil spot to enjoy the coastline will find that lovely, unspoilt Lamorna is just what they've been looking for. Take car if you park in the car park as the area is monitored.

Hayle

Found where the Hayle River meets the wide sweep of St Ives Bay, Hayle is so steeped in the unique mining history of Cornwall that it has been designated part of the Cornish World Heritage Site. Hayle is perhaps more famous these days for its incredibly long beach, an enormous stretch of sand that runs three miles northwards from the mouth of the river. The estuary is a paradise for ‘twitchers' with sightings of rare birds such as avocets and ospreys recorded.

Praa Sands

The village of Praa Sands revolves entirely around the wide swathe of sand that draws families here every summer. Facing south, the beach is said to benefit from the longest sunshine hours of any place in the country. Praa Sands is one of the few south coast bays to enjoy great, consistent waves and as such is a magnet for surfers. There's also a 9-hole golf course and two good restaurants which specialise in local seafood.