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Minack Theatre
Minack Theatre
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Ranked #1 of 14 Attractions in Penzance
4.5 of 5 stars 247 reviews
Owner description: This open-air theatre is dramatically situated on the cliffs at Porthcumo, near Land's End, and hosts a season of plays and... more » Owner description: This open-air theatre is dramatically situated on the cliffs at Porthcumo, near Land's End, and hosts a season of plays and musicals from May to September. « less
Attraction type  Theatres
Distance  7.5 miles from city centre
Penlee House Gallery & Museum
Penlee House Gallery & Museum
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Ranked #2 of 14 Attractions in Penzance
5 of 5 stars 33 reviews

Penlee House Museum and Gallery is a delightful find - a fascinating display in a beautiful building, itself set in the lovely Penlee Gardens. The main gallery exhibitions change... more »

Attraction type  Art Galleries; Art Museums
Distance  0.3 miles from city centre
Trengwainton Garden
Trengwainton Garden
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Ranked #3 of 14 Attractions in Penzance
4.5 of 5 stars 25 reviews
Attraction type  Gardens
Distance  0.0 miles from city centre
Chapel Street
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Ranked #4 of 14 Attractions in Penzance
4.5 of 5 stars 17 reviews
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  0.2 miles from city centre
The Egyptian House
The Egyptian House
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Ranked #5 of 14 Attractions in Penzance
5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Owner description: A rare survivor of that splendid era, The Egyptian House is probably one of Cornwall’s most flamboyantly designed buildings... more » Owner description: A rare survivor of that splendid era, The Egyptian House is probably one of Cornwall’s most flamboyantly designed buildings with is ornate lotus columns and stylised cornices. In amongst the traditional Egyptian symbolism and sphinx-like adornments, you can find the royal coat of arms of George III and William IV.John Lavin lived in the upstairs part of the house, while housing his mineral collection on the ground floor. His extensive collection was eventually sold by his son and it is understood that it has since been donated to the Oxford University Museum.The building had fallen into disrepair by the 1960s, but was purchased by The Landmark Trust in 1968 and restored to its original glory by 1973. The upstairs apartments are available as holiday lets from the trust.Downstairs is home to Pure Nuff Stuff, Penzance's own natural cosmetics company. The shop is open every day during Summer - you can watch the products being made on one side of the building and browse the shop on the other side. « less
Attraction type  Architectural Buildings; Speciality Museums
Distance  0.2 miles from city centre
Waterside Meadery
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Ranked #6 of 14 Attractions in Penzance
4 of 5 stars 13 reviews

The Waterside Meadery can get very busy but no booking ahead, they work on a first come, first served basis. Food is simple (their speciality is "Chicken in the Rough" - deep... more »

Distance  0.3 miles from city centre
Jubilee Pool
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Ranked #7 of 14 Attractions in Penzance
4 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Attraction type  Game/ Entertainment Centres
Distance  0.3 miles from city centre
Boscawen-un stone circle
Boscawen-un stone circle
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Ranked #8 of 14 Attractions in Penzance
4.5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Polgoon Vineyard
Ranked #9 of 14 Attractions in Penzance
5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  Wineries
Bag O' Rags
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Ranked #10 of 14 Attractions in Penzance
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Owner description: This is the good ship Bag O' Rags in Penzance Harbour. So come aboard and take a stroll around Captain Ben Bones' pirate... more » Owner description: This is the good ship Bag O' Rags in Penzance Harbour. So come aboard and take a stroll around Captain Ben Bones' pirate locker. For all your pirate t-shirts, hats and flags, all your accessories and swag. You are sure to find everything you need for every piratical deed! Looking forward to seeing ya soon matey! Yargh! « less
Attraction type  Speciality Shops; Ships
Distance  0.2 miles from city centre
Sea Safari
Ranked #11 of 14 Attractions in Penzance
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Arthur's Quest
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Ranked #12 of 14 Attractions in Penzance
1.5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Attraction type  Performances
Tregoddick Farm School of Yoga
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Attraction type  Spas
Distance  1.3 miles from city centre
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