Best Beach in Porthcurno

"Porthmeor Beach Café is sat almost on the water’s edge, overlooking the entire beach, renowned for its beauty. Whether you’re looking for breakfast, lunch or dinner, the sun sits over Porthmeor all throughout the day. With their open terrace and sheltered outdoor dining areas, you are sure to be making the most of what St Ives has to offer in the way of sea views."

"The view is beyond gorgeous and the coffee is nice and strong. They don’t do the BIGGEST coffees (I would like them to be maybe double the size), but the combination of taste and setting still makes this a great place to have a coffee. I love to sit outside on a sunny day on the terrace."

"Ideal for a casual lunch or dinner after relaxing on the beach, diners can choose from tapas plates and hearty seafood dishes. In terms of drinks, there’s an impressive menu on offer, from sparkling cocktails to local craft beer. Visit Porthmeor-Beach.co.uk"

"The smallest and most sheltered of St Ives’ beaches, Porthgwidden is east facing, meaning it’s ideal for those who wish to get to the beach early and bask in the sun all day!. While there are no lifeguards, Porthgwidden is usually completely safe for bathing, and also welcomes you with a lovely café on the white terrace, a handy snack kiosk, toilets and parking nearby."

"Just around the corner from our luxury apartments this café is very popular with our guests. A relaxed beachside cafe with an outside terrace and great views across the Bay to Godrevy Lighthouse. Porthgwidden Beach Café specialises in Mediterranean and Asian seafood."

"Porthminster Beach is a large sheltered sandy beach, making it especially good for families, and located next to the St Ives train station; there is a car park, too, although in the busy season this will fill pretty quickly. It’s a Blue Flag beach with good facilities and lifeguard cover from May 19th to the end of September. There is a seasonal dog ban."

"Retaining the 1930's feel, the beach has a putting green and chalets and is well protected by the town and piers. The beach has cafes at each end and boasts one of St Ives' most popular restaurants where you can enjoy a fine meal overlooking the beach. Porthminster Beach has been awarded a Blue Flag and Seaside Award for 2018."

"Porthgwidden Beach is a much smaller beach, nestling between 'the Island' and the old pier. Usually the quietest beach in the town it is ideal for those seeking a little peace and quiet. Patrolled by lifeguards during the summer season."

"Tucked under the grassy headland known as the Island is the little cove of Porthgwidden, a pleasant picnic spot and a handy paddling spot for the little 'uns. There are old-fashioned bathing huts to get changed in."

"The smallest and most secluded of the beaches in St Ives, Bamaluz is tucked in between Porthgwidden and the harbour. Its sand is only exposed at low tide, and you can reach it by descending the steps opposite St Ives Museum. Bamaluz is the only of St Ives’ beaches that is dog-friendly all year round, so you can bring your canine friends, but note there are no facilities or lifeguard services."

"This is the perfect beach if you’re bringing your doggy, as it’s one of only two beaches in St Ives without restrictions – and it’s extremely close to town for a bite to eat. Mind you, be sure to go at low tide, as it disappears at high tide – at low tide, you can always take the doggy down to the Lighthouse at the end of Smeaton’s Pier."

"There are few towns anywhere which can rival St Ives for both number and quality of beaches. There are no less than five beautiful sandy beaches within easy walking distance of St Ives town centre. St Ives has few rivals for the crown of Cornwall's best beach town."

"Harbour Beach is located as the name implies in the working harbour of St Ives. It’s a sandy beach with the shimmering sea at its front and behind is home to the shops, galleries, cafes, amusement arcades, and everything that you would associate with an iconic seaside town. There is always lots going on here and there’s nothing better than sitting on one of the benches and looking out to the boats bobbing in the water."

"The Harbour Beaches can be found at the Smeatons pier end of the Wharf and beside the old slipway. These are increasingly popular and of course are right in the heart of the town (although all the beaches are never far away). From here you can take a tour of the bay under your own steam in a self drive hire motor boat or relax and take in the view."

"On the harbour front, first floor bar serving burgers and a variety of other dishes. Wide selection of beers and wines."

"Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Reservations, Seating, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service"

"39 Causewayhead, Penzance TR18 2ST, EnglandTakeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Highchairs Available, Free WifiPolish, Cafe, European, Soups, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free OptionsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch+44 1736 438293"

"Porthmeor Beach Café is sat almost on the water’s edge, overlooking the entire beach, renowned for its beauty. Whether you’re looking for breakfast, lunch or dinner, the sun sits over Porthmeor all throughout the day. With their open terrace and sheltered outdoor dining areas, you are sure to be making the most of what St Ives has to offer in the way of sea views."

"The view is beyond gorgeous and the coffee is nice and strong. They don’t do the BIGGEST coffees (I would like them to be maybe double the size), but the combination of taste and setting still makes this a great place to have a coffee. I love to sit outside on a sunny day on the terrace."

"Ideal for a casual lunch or dinner after relaxing on the beach, diners can choose from tapas plates and hearty seafood dishes. In terms of drinks, there’s an impressive menu on offer, from sparkling cocktails to local craft beer. Visit Porthmeor-Beach.co.uk"