Not only is Penzance a hub for art and culture, but it also offers an abundance of natural beauty and seaside experiences, making it the perfect destination for a sunny weekend away. 

The Jubilee Pool is a massive geothermal seawater pool that was first opened in 1935. It is the UK's largest seawater pool and is a great example of how Penzance is a unique seaside town. 

The open-air lido is right on the sea and is a stunning masterpiece of 1930s art deco architecture and naturally heated to 28–30 degrees.

Penzance offers a range of other memorable seaside activities, including wildlife cruises where you can see dolphins, porpoises, and grey seals, horse beach rides at Marazion, kayaking and paddle boarding in Mounts Bay, and even surfing at Sennen Beach.

With direct trains from London, Penzance is a great base from which to see nearby gems like St Michael's Mount, the dramatic cliffs of Land's End, the open-air Minack Theatre, the charming village of Mousehole, and the crystal-clear waters of the Isles of Scilly.