St Ives is one of the most picturesque towns in Cornwall.
Set in breathtaking coastal scenery there’s always lots to do. Sunbathing, surfing, shopping, sampling some of the excellent restaurants – you decide!
Hit the beach
St Ives is blessed with not one but four beaches. Each one offers something different whether you’re a surfer, family or sun worshipper. Read about the beaches.
Art
St Ives is synonymous with the art scene. The town has been attracting artists for decades due to its natural beauty and good climate. Pop your head around the door of the many artist’s studios that are dotted around the town or check out Tate St Ives.
Browse the narrow cobbled streets
There is plenty to keep shopaholics happy in St Ives. Independent shops happily rub shoulders with national chains, cafes and pubs in the back streets behind the harbour. Pop into the Tourist Information Centre to find out what’s on or visit their website
St Ives September Festival
15 days of music, poetry, exhibitions, walks, talks comedy and theatre. The festival website has details of all the confirmed acts.
St Ives is on the St Ives Bay Line. The station is unstaffed, tickets can be bought from the guard on the train. Step-free access is available throughout the station. Station Road, Trelyan Avenue, St Ives, TR26 2BP
Travel the line as much as you like for one day. Valid after the morning peak, and anytime weekends or Bank Holidays.
Approximate journey time
An award winning blue flag beach which is safe for families, beautiful walks and an RSPB bird sanctuary all make Carbis Bay worth a visit.
Lelant Saltings is the Park and Ride station for St Ives. With 200 parking spaces it can get busy in the summer so come early!
St Erth is the penultimate station on the Cornish mainline and the start of the St Ives Bay Line. The station is full of atmosphere and has an excellent tea rooms to enjoy.
