Start Your Journey Along the Cornish Coast

Explore Mousehole

Local Area

Where narrow lanes, fishing boats & coastal calm meet

Just three miles from Penzance, the picture postcard fishing village of Mousehole is the perfect bolthole for exploring West Cornwall. Enjoy a slower pace of life as you wander the cobbled streets and discover a vibrant mix of things to see and do within this gorgeous slice of the Cornish county. Our rooms in Mousehole balance character with welcoming comforts. Better still, we’re right on the waterfront, giving you a front row seat to it all. Here’s our guide of things to do in and near Mousehole during your visit.

Walking Routes near Mousehole


Enjoy the best West Cornwall walking routes, with sweeping coastal views and beautiful trails for all abilities.

Cycling Routes in Mousehole


Explore stunning cycling routes around Mousehole, with coastal climbs and peaceful countryside trails to enjoy.

Explore Mousehole village


Explore Mousehole without straying far, from harbour walks and lanes to galleries, shops, beach and sea pool!

Catch A Play At The Minack Theatre


Visit the Minack Theatre near Porthcurno, an open‑air clifftop stage with daily summer shows and views.

Explore St Michael's Mount


Visit St Michael’s Mount via tidal causeway or boat to explore castle, church, gardens and spot seals or dolphins!

Visit Nearby Newlyn


Walk to Newlyn from Mousehole to see fishing port markets, trawlers and enjoy films at Filmhouse nearby by day.

See Mousehole Christmas Lights


See Mousehole’s famous Christmas lights, a magical harbour spectacle! Then stay, dine and warm up at the Ship Inn.

Making memories in Mousehole...

Explore Our Sister Venues

Discover more of our unique pubs, offering great dining, brilliant brews and some with comfy rooms too.

Godolphin Arms

Soak up views of St Michael’s Mount from our pub in Marazion

Old Success Inn

Enjoy ocean views from our historic inn in Sennen Cove

Pedn Olva

Relax with a drink moments from sea and sand in our St Ives pub

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