St Ives
Walk the cobbled streets of St Ives, browse the vast array of shops and galleries, and eat at fantastic local restaurants and cafes. Voted best family holiday destination by 'Coast magazine' and Porthminster beach is one of 'TripAdvisor’s' top 25 European beaches. If you're in luck and the sun is shining - Take yourselves down to one of the 5 stunning beaches, get your toes in the sand and soak up the coastal scenery and fresh sea air.
Top things to do...
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Surf at Porthmeor Beach - Popular with both swimmers and surfers, Porthmeor gives consistent waves which are great to learn on.
Walk the Coastal Path - From St Ives you can walk for miles along the south west coastal path. For a nice short walk to start with, why not head to Carbis bay which is just under 2 miles? From the train station, you head down to Porthminster beach, take a right, and at the far end of the beach you will find where the coast path starts. |
Barbara Hepworth Museum - A British sculptor and leading figure in the international art scene, amazing sculptures set among beautiful flowers and landscaping.
Visit the Independent Art Galleries - Visitors are really spoilt for choice when it comes to galleries in St Ives, to name just a few; The Penwith, The Blue Bramble, Salthouse, New Craftsman, Belgrave, Porthminster gallery and many more! |
Where to eat and drink...
St Ives Bakery (For pasties and baked goods!)
Beer & Bird (Craft Beers and Gourmet Fried Chicken)
Talay Thai (Modern Thai Restaurant)
Rajpoot (Indian Restaurant)
Porthminster Cafe (Fine dining beachside Restaurant)
The Hub (Trendy bar on the harbour front, serving Burgers and Beers)
The Mex (Mexican Restaurant)
Seafood Cafe (Seafood/Fish Based Restaurant)
The Rum & Crab Shack (Rustic, Seafood Platers and Rum Drinks)
Caffe Pasta (Italian Restaurant)
Firehouse (Grill and Bar)
Beer & Bird (Craft Beers and Gourmet Fried Chicken)
Talay Thai (Modern Thai Restaurant)
Rajpoot (Indian Restaurant)
Porthminster Cafe (Fine dining beachside Restaurant)
The Hub (Trendy bar on the harbour front, serving Burgers and Beers)
The Mex (Mexican Restaurant)
Seafood Cafe (Seafood/Fish Based Restaurant)
The Rum & Crab Shack (Rustic, Seafood Platers and Rum Drinks)
Caffe Pasta (Italian Restaurant)
Firehouse (Grill and Bar)
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What is St Ives famous for...The Tate Gallery
St Ives is well known for its connections to the art world. This small Cornish seaside town first became home to this major art gallery in 1988. Since then a growing number of visitors each year led the Tate to expand and double its exhibition space in 2017. Showcasing some of the best British artworks of the twentieth century, alongside stunning views over the Atlantic Ocean from its location on Porthmeor beach - The Tate is a must visit for any art lover. |
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If you only do one thing...Visit The Harbour
Nothing encapsulates St Ives more than the harbour! Sheltered by thick harbour walls makes this golden sandy beach the perfect safe swimming spot for kids and a nice little sun trap for topping up your tan. It's the perfect location set right in the middle of all the towns amenities. With plenty of bars, restaurants, shops and galleries to wonder around, it's easy to spend a day or longer exploring this picturesque harbour. |
