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Marazion

England, United Kingdom · Europe

About Marazion

Marazion works well as a base: 10 minutes from Penzance, 1km from St Michael's Mount.

Marazion is a town located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 1,326, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Marazion sits in United Kingdom, where you drive on the left. It's in the Europe/London time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Marazion to your route.

About Marazion

Marazion (; Cornish: Marghasyow) is a town and civil parish on the shore of Mount's Bay, in Cornwall, England. It lies 2 miles (3.2 km) east of Penzance and the tidal island of St Michael's Mount is half-a-mile offshore. At low water, a causeway links it to the town; at high water, passenger boats carry visitors

Read more between Marazion and St Michael's Mount. Marazion is a tourist resort, with an active community of artists who produce and sell paintings and pottery in the town's art galleries. The town lies within the Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). On the western side of the town is Marazion Marsh, an RSPB reserve and a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). At the 2021 census, the population of the parish was 1,483 and the built-up area was 1,326.

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Where is Marazion located?

Marazion is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 50.1256 latitude, -5.4751 longitude.

What is the population of Marazion?

Marazion has a population of approximately 1,326 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.

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Quick Information

Population
1,326
Continent
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
Region
England
Timezone
Europe/London
Coordinates
50.1256, -5.4751

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in United Kingdom

Police
999
Ambulance
999
Fire
999
Non-emergency police
101
Driving side
left

112 also works. NHS non-emergency medical advice: 111. National Highways breakdown assistance on motorways: 0300 123 5000.

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Worth the detour from Marazion

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

castle

St Michael's Mount

Magical tidal island crowned by a medieval castle and church, connected to Marazion by a cobbled causeway revealed at low tide.

1 km · about 5 min drive

beach

St Ives

Beloved Cornish seaside town renowned for its turquoise waters, golden beaches and thriving art scene including the Tate St Ives gallery.

10 km · about 20 min drive

museum

Tate St Ives

Modern art gallery dramatically positioned on Porthmeor Beach, showcasing works by the St Ives school and international modern artists.

10 km · about 20 min drive

landmark

Minack Theatre

Breathtaking open-air theatre carved into the granite cliffs above Porthcurno Bay, offering performances with the Atlantic Ocean as a backdrop.

15 km · about 30 min drive

beach

Porthcurno Beach

Stunning white-sand beach framed by towering cliffs, consistently rated among the finest beaches in the UK.

15 km · about 30 min drive

photogenic

Botallack Mine

Ruined engine houses of the Crowns section cling to cliffs above the Atlantic, where tin shafts once ran half a mile out under the sea. A UNESCO mining landscape and the Wheal Leisure of TV's Poldark.

15 km · about 30 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Land's End

The most south-westerly point of mainland England, where rugged granite cliffs plunge into the Atlantic with views towards the Isles of Scilly.

18 km · about 20 min drive

beach

Kynance Cove

Spectacular cove on the Lizard Peninsula with turquoise waters, serpentine rock stacks and caves revealed at low tide.

24 km · about 30 min drive

Driving roads near Marazion

  • 18 kmLand's EndThe most south-westerly point of mainland England, where rugged granite cliffs plunge into the Atlantic with views towards the Isles of Scilly.
  • 27 kmLizard PointThe most southerly point of mainland Britain, with dramatic serpentine rock formations and a historic lighthouse.
  • 48 kmBedruthan StepsGiant rock stacks marching across a wild sandy beach below towering cliffs on the rugged north Cornwall coast.

Driving in United Kingdom

Drives on
the left
Petrol
~€1.73/litre
Motorway tolls
None

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

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