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Gwithian Beach
Ollie #1 of 14 attractions in St Ives
5 of 5 stars 18 reviews
Attraction type  Beaches
Distance  0.1 km from city centre
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Porthminster Beach
Ollie #2 of 14 attractions in St Ives
4.5 of 5 stars 29 reviews
A favorite place for a family outing, this lovely stretch of beach overlooks Godrevy Lighthouse in the distance.
Attraction type  Beaches
Distance  0.4 km from city centre
Carbis Bay
Ollie #3 of 14 attractions in St Ives
5 of 5 stars 26 reviews
Owner description: This picturesque bay, located in St Ives, offers outstanding views and a magnificent sandy beach offering many recreational activities such as...... more » Owner description: This picturesque bay, located in St Ives, offers outstanding views and a magnificent sandy beach offering many recreational activities such as swimming, boating, surfing, rock climbing and tennis. « less
Attraction type  Bodies of Water
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St Ives Boats
Ollie #4 of 14 attractions in St Ives
5 of 5 stars 9 reviews
Owner description: St Ives Boats run boat trips from St Ives, aboard our boat Dolly P, the blue boat. Dolly P, is a Lochin 33, a 10 metre boat powered by a 350hp Volvo...... more » Owner description: St Ives Boats run boat trips from St Ives, aboard our boat Dolly P, the blue boat. Dolly P, is a Lochin 33, a 10 metre boat powered by a 350hp Volvo Penta engine. We are licensed by the MCA to carry 12 passengers up to 60 miles.Our most popular Trip is the one hour trip to Seal Island, which we run hourly (weather permitting) on a daily basis. Seal Island is home to a colony of Grey Atlantic Seals and is 6km west of St Ives. The boat, Dolly P, clings to the coastline before reaching Seal Island where the boat stays for 15-20 minutes to observe the seals.The other boat trips we offer are trips to Godrevy Lighthouse, trips to Hell's Mouth and Private Charters, including Ashes Scattering Services.We also offer Fishing trips from St Ives, both Mackerel Fishing Trips and Wreck Fishing Trips. « less
Attraction type  Boat Tours
Distance  0.2 km from city centre
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Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden
Ollie #5 of 14 attractions in St Ives
4.5 of 5 stars 29 reviews

Visiting the Barbara Hepworth Museum & Sculpture Garden gives a remarkable insight into one of the 20 th Century’s most important sculptors. Sculptures in bronze, stone and... more »

Attraction type  Art Galleries; Art Museums; Gardens
Distance  0.3 km from city centre
Porthmeor Beach
Ollie #6 of 14 attractions in St Ives
4.5 of 5 stars 19 reviews
This half-mile-long beach with firm sands is a popular recreational area around St. Ives, where all amenities are available, including beach chalets.
Attraction type  Beaches
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St Ives Museum
Ollie #7 of 14 attractions in St Ives
4 of 5 stars 12 reviews

The St Ives Museum is on Wheal Dream between The Harbour and Porthgwidden Beach. Entry is just £1.50 for adults and 50p for children. The museum is open from Easter to the end of... more »

Attraction type  Museums
Distance  0.5 km from city centre
St Ives Harbour Spa
Ollie #8 of 14 attractions in St Ives
4 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Attraction type  Spas
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Shanty Baba Storyteller
Ollie #9 of 14 attractions in St Ives
4.5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Owner description: As an eerie darkness falls over the town, come with Shanty, as he lights his hurricane lantern, to show you "...the darker side of St...... more » Owner description: As an eerie darkness falls over the town, come with Shanty, as he lights his hurricane lantern, to show you "...the darker side of St Ives"...ghosts, smugglers and other spirits of the night!Described as being "the highlight of our trip" and "better than a scary movie" ...it will be a night that will haunt you for a very long time! « less
Attraction type  Walking tours
Distance  0.3 km from city centre
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Royal Cinema
Ollie #10 of 14 attractions in St Ives
3 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Cinemas
Distance  0.2 km from city centre
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Wills Lane Gallery
Ollie #11 of 14 attractions in St Ives
4.5 of 5 stars 3 reviews

One of the joys of St Ives is the number and range of art/craft galleries.  The quality and originality of the work available at Wills Lane is second to none.  Petronilla Silver... more »

Attraction type  Art Museums
Distance  0.2 km from city centre
Balnoon Cemetery
Ollie #12 of 14 attractions in St Ives
3 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  Cemeteries
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Tate Gallery St. Ives
Ollie #13 of 14 attractions in St Ives
2 of 5 stars 107 reviews
Owner description: International Modern and Contemporary ArtOpen March – OctoberDaily 10.00–17.20, last admission 17.00Open November – FebruaryTuesday – Sunday...... more » Owner description: International Modern and Contemporary ArtOpen March – OctoberDaily 10.00–17.20, last admission 17.00Open November – FebruaryTuesday – Sunday 10.00–16.20, last admission 16.00Closed 24, 25 and 26 December « less
Attraction type  Art Galleries; Art Museums
Distance  0.4 km from city centre
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New Millennium Gallery
Ollie #14 of 14 attractions in St Ives
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Established in 1996, this gallery showcases a unique collection of modern fine art and ceramics.
Attraction type  Art Museums
Distance  0.1 km from city centre
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Guided Tours of St Ives
Attraction type  Tours
Distance  0.1 km from city centre
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