Things to do in St Ives

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A coastal town with historic buildings, a sandy beach, and numerous boats in the water.
A harbor with red boats, a stone wall, and buildings along the shore.
A beach with colorful umbrellas and tents, a stone wall, and a row of white houses with steep roofs.
A coastal town with a harbor filled with boats, a lighthouse, and a cliff with buildings.
A narrow cobblestone street lined with shops and pedestrians.

Things to do

Penzance Station: Luggage Storage

Penzance Station: Luggage Storage

￥2,210
per adult
Penzance Station: Luggage Storage
Cornwall: Luggage Storage

Cornwall: Luggage Storage

￥1,565
per adult
Cornwall: Luggage Storage
Mounts Bay, Penzance Discovery Boat Trip

Penzance: Mounts Bay Wildlife-Watching Boat Trip

￥8,276
per adult
Penzance: Mounts Bay Wildlife-Watching Boat Trip
Falmouth

Falmouth (UK) Afternoon Cream Tea Tour with St Michaels Mount

￥13,964
per adult
Falmouth (UK) Afternoon Cream Tea Tour with St Michaels Mount
Driving Tour of West Cornwalls Ancient Roads

Driving Tour of West Cornwalls Ancient Roads

￥3,191
per traveler
Driving Tour of West Cornwalls Ancient Roads
St Ives Self-Guided Audio Tour: From Fishermen to Fine Art

St Ives Self-Guided Audio Tour: From Fishermen to Fine Art

￥1,435
per adult
St Ives Self-Guided Audio Tour: From Fishermen to Fine Art
Stones of Tregeseal: An Audio Tour of West Cornwall’s Prehistory

Stones of Tregeseal: An Audio Tour of West Cornwall’s Prehistory

￥956
per adult
Stones of Tregeseal: An Audio Tour of West Cornwall’s Prehistory
Private Tour of West Cornwall and Castles

Falmouth, Cornwall, St Michael's Mount, Porthleven private tour

￥94,584
per traveler
Falmouth, Cornwall, St Michael's Mount, Porthleven private tour
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A beach with colorful umbrellas and tents, a stone wall, and a row of white houses with steep roofs.

Porthmeor Beach

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This Blue Flag beach offers golden sands and consistent surf waves near the Tate St Ives gallery. Enjoy the spacious shoreline, take surf lessons, or savor sunset views before exploring St Ives' charming streets.
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Popular day trips from St Ives

A coastal viewpoint with a stone staircase leading to a viewing platform overlooking turquoise waters and a sandy beach.

Penzance

A coastal landscape with clear green waters, sandy beaches, and gentle waves.

Hayle

A coastal beach with a sandy shore, a clear blue sea, and a hillside with houses.

Carbis Bay

Frequently asked questions

Is St Ives worth visiting?
With a blend of watersports and walking trails, there's no shortage of things to do in St Ives. While you're here, visit St. Michael's Mount, a key attraction in the area.
How do I spend a day in St Ives?
When you've checked off popular attractions like St. Michael's Mount and Carbis Bay Beach, spend some time exploring St Ives's retail and food scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in St Ives?
Don't go home without visiting St. Michael's Mount, ranked the top tourist attraction in St Ives.
Is three days enough to stay in St Ives?
Three days in St Ives is plenty of time to enjoy the city's major attractions. Many guests book for three days on average. Carbis Bay Beach, Porthmeor Beach and Porthminster Beach are among the most popular sights. Like to see more? Hang around a little longer to check off nearby hotspots such as North Cornish Coast.
Is St Ives a walkable city?
It depends on what you'd like to see and do in St Ives. Several top sights, like Carbis Bay Beach and Porthmeor Beach, are reachable on foot. If you're up for a stroll around some of St Ives's best neighborhoods, Lelant is 5 kilometers away from downtown, while Towednack is 3 kilometers away from the center and also within walking distance.
What are some activities to do in St Ives with kids?
If you're looking for sights and tours for all the family, take a look at these terrific ideas for what to do in St Ives with kids.

What to do in St Ives for adults?
Whether you're an avid foodie, culture enthusiast or outdoor explorer, there's no shortage of things to do in St Ives for adults including Union Hotel and Leach Pottery Museum.
Are there free things to do in St Ives?
From checking out parks to wandering around hip neighborhoods, it's easy to find free things to do in St Ives. If you're stuck for ideas, get some tips from a local tour guide. Carbis Bay Beach is a must for anyone looking to save on their traveling adventures.