Towns and Cities in Cornwall

There’s a lot Cornwall has to offer, aside from beaches and beautiful scenery, it is also home to Truro its capital city with a great social scene and a vast selection of shops. Smaller towns and villages dot around the unique county, with seaside hotspots including Padstow, St Ives and Port Isaac.

We’ve listed a collection of our favourite places for you to explore:

St. Ives
31.3 miles from Newquay

St. Ives is perfect for day trip from Newquay – with cutesy and artsy shops, harbour-front restaurants and a mix of other unique attractions. Not far from Hayle and Penzance along the coast, St Ives is close to many local towns.

Padstow
16.7 miles from Newquay

Padstow is home to many famous foodie hot spots that include eateries from renowned chefs Paul Ainsworth and Rick Stein. Padstow is a lovely harbour town situated about 30-35 minutes from Newquay by car and falls on the Camel Trail – a popular cycle route in Cornwall.

Port Isaac
24.0 miles from Newquay

Most famous for being the home to the television series, Doc Martin, Port Isaac is a cute fishing village in its own right. Perfect for a sightseeing tour while in Cornwall and about a 45 minute drive from Newquay.

Truro
12.6 miles from Newquay

Truro is the capital of Cornwall and is the home to a variety of local and national shops. It also boasts the Cathedral which is a wondrous sight inside and out – having recently been restored to its past glory. The city is also known for its vibrant nightlife and some fantastic restaurants.