Penzance is a historic seaside town at the western end of Cornwall, overlooking Mount’s Bay and with views towards St Michael’s Mount. Its waterfront combines a traditional promenade with a working harbour, while the surrounding coastline offers beaches, coastal walks and some spectacular views across the bay. The town’s position on the Cornish coast means the shoreline can look quite different as the tide rises and falls, particularly around the harbour and nearby beaches. Check the Penzance tide times to see the predicted high and low waters and plan your time by the coast.