Parking in Penzance is generally stress-free. The town has a clear “Harbour” zone for visitors and a “Town Centre” zone for shoppers. If you are catching the Scillonian ferry to the Isles of Scilly, you need to be careful, most car parks have a 24-hour limit, so you must use the dedicated Scilly Parking providers for multi-day trips.
For day trippers, the Harbour Long Stay is the most convenient hub, putting you right next to the pool, the ferry, and the shops.
Our Top Picks
Your choice depends on whether you are heading to the sea or the high street.
- Best for Harbour & Ferry (The Main Hub): Harbour Long Stay Car Park. The largest car park in town. It is located right on the seafront, next to the Wharfside Shopping Centre and the Scillonian terminal.
- Best for Town Centre (Value): St Erbyn’s Car Park. A large multi-level car park located closer to the top of the town (Causewayhead). It is often quieter than the harbour and great for accessing the independent shops.
- Best for Commuters: Penzance Station Car Park. Located directly at the end of the line. It is strictly for rail users and commuters, managed by APCOA.
Harbour & Seafront Parking
These are the best spots for the Jubilee Pool, the Promenade, and the Wharfside Shopping Centre.
Harbour Long Stay Car Park
Postcode: TR18 2GB
Capacity: ~780 spaces
Best For: Everything. This is the default car park for Penzance. It is huge, easy to find (follow the signs for the Harbour), and gives you level access to the shops and the sea.
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Wherrytown Car Park
Postcode: TR18 4NP
Capacity: ~58 spaces
Best For: The Promenade and Newlyn end. Located opposite Lidl, this is a great spot if you want to walk along the seafront towards Newlyn. It is right next to the skate park and the beach.
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Town Centre & Station
If you need to be at the top of the town or are catching a train.
St Erbyn’s Car Park
Postcode: TR18 2RH
Capacity: ~320 spaces
Best For: The top of town. Penzance is hilly, so if you want to visit the cinema (Savoy), the glorious Penlee House Gallery, or the shops on Causewayhead, park here to save your legs.
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Penzance Station (APCOA)
Postcode: TR18 2LT
Capacity: ~90 spaces
Best For: Train travel. It is located right on the platform edge. It is perfect for dropping off or picking up, but it is premium priced for long stays.
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