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St Ives - Days Out and Things To Do

This section covers things to do and places to visit around St Ives.

There are lots of interesting places to go around and here we've listed a selection of the best ones.

We've also included links to Google Maps so that you can plan your day out.

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Day Trips By Coach

Oates Travel
Oates Travel offer a range of day trips and tours from their base in town. These include Eden Project, Lost Gardens of Heligan, Minack Theatre and Tintagel.

This is a great way to get to these attractions, particularly as some trips include your entry ticket so that you can avoid the queues.

With a fleet of modern vehicles from 8 to 49 seaters, they also offer a range of other services - coach hire, port and airport transfers, incoming tour organisation and coach holidays throughout the UK and Europe.

Oates Travel Website

Conservation and Wildlife

Eden Project
The most visited location in Cornwall and truly a world class destination, this visionary project is a "must see".

Much more than just a tourist attraction - their aim is: " To promote the understanding and responsible management of the vital relationship between plants, people and resources leading to a sustainable future for all."

They also stage gigs and other arts events, latest details on their website.

Distance from St Ives: 44 miles
Driving Time: 80 minutes

Eden Project Website

Eden Project Location Map

Directions and Map to Eden Project From St Ives

Paradise Park
Hundreds of beautiful birds, from parrots to penguins and eagles to flamingoes plus otters, red pandas and red squirrels. Many pairs of owls, toucans and cranes have large aviaries and mixed groups of parrots have plenty of flying space.

There are sheltered exotic gardens with new ‘Gazebo Garden’ and a steam railway. Also for younger children a Fun Farm, indoor and outdoor play areas.

Distance from St Ives: 5 miles
Driving Time: 15 minutes

Paradise Park Website

Paradise Park Location Map

Directions and Map to Paradise Park From St Ives

National Seal Sanctuary
Britain’s leading marine animal rescue centre. Set in 40 acres of beautiful country on the picturesque Helford Estuary near Helston. The Sanctuary is home to many grey seals that cannot be released, as well as common seals, sea lions, goats, ponies and more recently short clawed Asian otters.

With talks and demonstration through out the day, the residents own stories, unique personality and curious habits are revealed. Those who make the trip in autumn, winter and early spring are rewarded with rescue work in action, for this is the busiest time of year looking after seal pups. Summer visitors won’t be disappointed and may catch some of the stragglers.

Distance from St Ives: 22 miles
Driving Time: 40 minutes

National Seal Sanctuary Website

National Seal Sanctuary Location Map

Directions and Map to National Seal Sanctuary From St Ives

Attractions and Theme Parks

The Flambards Experience
With internationally acclaimed exhibitions, the best thrill rides in Cornwall, family shows, live entertainment, glorious gardens, masses to see and do undercover. This is a great day out, especially if the weather is bad.

Indoors are the Victorian Village and Britain in the Blitz Exhibition. Outside are a range of thrill rides and smaller rides for younger children, plus play areas and a discovery science zone.

They also stage live entertainment during the day and gigs on some evenings.

Distance from St Ives: 19 miles
Driving Time: 35 minutes

Flambards Experience Website

Flambards Experience Location Map

Directions and Map to Flambards Experience From St Ives

Other

Cornwall Association of Tourist Attractions
Whatever your taste, CATA offers the very latest in action, cultural & heritage attractions. From Cornwall’s ancient past and stunning natural beauty, to new and innovative fun experiences. From castles, country houses, maritime history & steam trains to exotic gardens, real farms, animals, colourful birds & fish.

Their website has a comprehensive list across the county with website links.

CATA Website

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