Polperro

Polperro is one of Cornwall’s most picturesque fishing villages, its whitewashed cottages crowded around a tiny, sheltered harbour and connected by narrow lanes too tight for most cars, so much of the village is best explored on foot.

Beyond the harbour, the village offers smuggling history at every turn, boat trips along the coast, and easy coast path access toward Looe in one direction and Lansallos in the other.

This page brings together everything we cover in Polperro, with detailed guides below to the best beaches, walks, places to eat and stay, and things to do in the area.

Best places to park in Polperro

Read our full guide >The best places to park in PolperroHeading to the historic fishing village of Polperro? Don't get caught out by the strict no-entry zones. Our essential parking guide covers the main Crumplehorn car park, the new 'Tuk…

Best things to do in Polperro

Read our full guide >The best things to do in PolperroPolperro is a village defined by its geography. Tucked into a steep valley with a harbour that dries out at low tide, it is a place where history feels incredibly…

Walks near Polperro

Walk · 0.8 milesChapel Cliff walk, Lansallos, PolperroThe Chapel Cliff walk is a short route near Polperro harbour, maintained by the National Trust. It is a round trip starting and finishing at the shelter overlooking the harbour,…

Best places to eat in Polperro

Read our full guide >The best places to eat in PolperroPolperro is widely considered the prettiest village in Cornwall, but it is also a serious food destination. The narrow, car-free streets are packed with eateries that rely entirely on the…

Best places to stay in Polperro

Read our full guide >The best places to stay in PolperroPolperro is a village frozen in time. Because cars are banned from the centre, staying here is a uniquely peaceful experience—once you have navigated your luggage down the hill! Accommodation…

More guides about Polperro

Read our full guide >10 fascinating facts about PolperroPerched on Cornwall’s dramatic south coast, Polperro is one of the county’s most iconic fishing villages, known for its narrow lanes, whitewashed cottages, and picture-postcard harbour. It’s a place steeped…