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There is one Tourist Information Centre serving the whole of the Isles of Scilly.

It is located overlooking Porthcressa Beach in Hugh Town only 600 meters from St. Mary’s Quay. 

The Tourist Information Point is open all year  and is located within the Schiller Shelter on Porthcressa beach front. We offer a range of services including accommodation availability searches, mainland accommodation booking, and boat ticket sales.

The office stocks a range of literature and maps, and  welcomes payment by cash, debit and credit cards.

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St. Mary’s

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+44 1720 424031.

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For the personal touch of self catering holidays on the isles of scilly, find your holiday property, about the islands, availability at a glance, getting to scilly.

come2scilly are the specialists for your self-catering holiday to the Isles of Scilly and we pride ourselves on both our personal touch and knowledge of these stunning islands, as all our staff live and work on the islands.

As a company we have hand picked an exclusive range of holiday accommodation on St Mary’s and we are sure that we will have something to suit your requirements.

Whether you are a first time visitor to the islands or have been visiting for many years, if you’ve got a question about any of our properties or would like some advice on where to stay, then we would love to help you.

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Isles of Scilly FAQs Answered

The Isles of Scilly are an incredible destination for a day trip or short break from Devon and Cornwall. With five islands to explore and plenty of activities, there’s something for everyone. If you’ve got any questions about travelling to the Scilly Isles, take a look at our frequently asked questions.

Isles of Scilly Travel Questions and Answers

Is the scillonian iii sailing tomorrow.

The Scillonian ferry service operates seasonally and does not sail all year round. It runs between Penzance and Hugh Town for about eight months only, from early spring (March/April) until autumn (October/November). During her months of operation, Scillonian III follows a regular timetable and you can check the schedule if you want to see when the next crossing will take place.

The ferry normally sails six days a week from Monday to Saturday, typically leaving Penzance at 09:15 am and arriving in Hugh Town around 12:00 noon, which means a sailing time of approximately 2 hours 45 minutes.

How much is the ferry to Isles of Scilly?

The Scillonian III ferry offers a day trip fare of £35/£48 for adults, £17.50/£24 for children and £10/£16 for infants. There are also flexible tickets that can be purchased by paying a non-refundable surcharge of £7.50 per adult.

How long does the Isles of Scilly Skybus take?

Skybus is our fastest service flying to and from the Isles of Scilly, and the only year-round service to and from Land’s End. The journey takes just 20 minutes from Land’s End Airport to St. Mary’s, 30 minutes from Newquay Airport, and from Exeter it’s an hour.

Is Scillonian III sailing today?

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How long does a trip aboard Scillonian III take?

The Scillonian ferry takes around 2 hours and 45 minutes from Penzance to St Mary’s.

Where is Scillonian III now?

You can track the Scillonian III on the Marine Vessel Traffic website .

Can you take bicycles on Scillonian III?

Yes, you can bring your own bicycle on the Scillonian III passenger ferry. This can be done online when you make your booking. Our Plan Your Trip page gives more information on excess luggage and fares for bikes.

You can also hire a bike from St Mary’s Bike Hire or Simply Scilly and have your bike delivered to your accommodation.

Where are the Isles of Scilly?

The Isles of Scilly is an archipelago off the southwestern tip of Cornwall, England. One of the islands, St Agnes , is the most southerly point in Britain, being over four miles (six kilometres) further south than the most southerly point of the British mainland at Lizard Point.

Where can I stay on the Isles of Scilly?

There are plenty of hotels, B&Bs, camping and self-catering accommodation options on the Isles of Scilly. You can browse accommodation on the islands or at your destination point if you’re planning a day trip or twin centre break to the Isles of Scilly.

How many islands make up the Isles of Scilly?

The Isles of Scilly form an archipelago of five inhabited islands (six if Gugh is counted separately from St Agnes) and numerous other small rocky islets (around 140 in total) lying 45 km (28 mi) off Land’s End.

What is there to do on the Isles of Scilly?

Whether you want to relax or explore, there’s plenty to do on the Isles of Scilly. You can take a look at our suggested itineraries for inspiration.

Explore your way: With hiking trails, horseback riding, cycle and water sports equipment hire, you’ll be spoiled for choice when it comes to exploring the islands.

Beaches: The Isles of Scilly have been blessed with some of the most beautiful sands in the world, making a trip to the beach an absolute must-do. You can bathe or paddle in the crystal-clear waters, take in the beauty of the coast by walking along a trail or soak it all up from a beach bar or cafe.

Tresco Abbey Gardens: Tresco Abbey Gardens is a sub-tropical paradise boasting a stunning collection of plants from around the world. The gardens are home to over 20,000 plants from more than 80 countries.

Wildlife Cruise: Take a wildlife cruise around the islands and spot puffins, seals and dolphins. The Isles of Scilly is also a great place to spot rare birds and an increasing number of whales are being spotted in the waters.

Historic Sites: Visit historic sites such as The Old Man of Gugh.

Birdwatching: Birdwatching is a popular activity on the Isles of Scilly. You can spot puffins, gannets, shearwaters and more.

Uninhabited Islands: Visit deserted islands such as Samson.

Island Hopping: Everyone has their favourite island, but you’ll have to visit them all to decide which is yours!

Are the Isles of Scilly part of the UK?

Yes, the Isles of Scilly are part of the United Kingdom. They are located off the southwestern tip of the Cornish peninsula of Great Britain in the Atlantic Ocean, which makes them ideally located for a day trip from Devon or Cornwall.

Can you drive on the Isles of Scilly?

While driving is technically permitted on the Isles of Scilly, you can’t take your vehicle there when you go on holiday. There are very few cars on St Mary’s (the largest island) and they belong to the residents. The other inhabited islands have virtually no vehicles other than a few farm vehicles/pickup trucks. If you want a convenient way to get around, you can hire a golf buggy .

Can you take a caravan to the Isles of Scilly?

You cannot take a caravan onto the Isles of Scilly, for the same reasons you cannot take a car. The size of the islands and the transport between them means caravans and motorhomes are simply too large to transport and could cause congestion on the islands over the holiday periods. However, there are plenty of great campsites on the islands where you can camp.

What is the population of the Isles of Scilly?

The population of the Isles of Scilly is approximately 2,300 people as of 2023.

How do I get to the Isles of Scilly?

There are several ways to get to the Isles of Scilly and we offer options to fly or sail. Skybus flies from Exeter, Newquay and Land’s End airports, and  Scillonian III ferry sails from Penzance. You can mix and match your trip, flying to the islands and sailing back with our Fly + Sail option .

How much is the ferry to the Isles of Scilly?

The cost of the ferry from Penzance to St Mary’s is currently from £76.25 for a standard single ticket for an adult and from £42.75 for a child. You can check our up-to-date fares page for more information.

How far are the Isles of Scilly from Penzance?

The distance between Penzance and Isles of Scilly is approximately 36 miles. The crossing from Penzance to St Mary’s takes around 2 hours and 45 minutes by ferry and as little as 20 minutes by Skybus.

How can I fly to the Isles of Scilly?

You can fly to the Isles of Scilly year-round from Land’s End, Newquay or Exeter. There are also connecting flights available to get you to these departure points, or scenic rail connections from London to Penzance .

How do I get the ferry to the Isles of Scilly?

You can take the passenger ferry service from Penzance harbour in Cornwall on the southwest of England to St Mary’s harbour on the west side St Mary’s Island on the Isles of Scilly. The ferry service operated by Isles of Scilly Travel and was formed in 1920 with the sole purpose of securing a regular shipping line between mainland England and the Isles of Scilly. The ferry journey takes about 2 hours 45 minutes.

How do I get to the Isles of Scilly from Cornwall?

There are several direct routes from Cornwall to the Isles of Scilly . You can take the Scillonian III passenger ferry from Penzance harbour in Cornwall to St Mary’s Island on the Isles of Scilly. You can also fly from Land’s End Airport or Newquay on Skybus to St Mary’s.

How do I get to the Isles of Scilly from London?

You can take a train from London Paddington to Exeter St David’s and then fly from Exeter (EXT) to Scilly Isles (ISC). The journey takes about 4 hours 22 minutes. Y ou can also take the train to Penzance and book our bus transfer from Penzance train station to Land’s End Airport and fly from there (bus times must be booked in advance and are timed with Skybus departure schedule).

Alternatively, you can take a train from London to Penzance and then take the ferry to the Isles of Scilly. The ferry journey takes about 2 hours 45 minutes.

You can also fly from London to Newquay and then fly on to the Isles of Scilly , or make your way down to Penzance to cross by ferry.

Do you need a passport to go to Isles of Scilly?

No, you do not need a passport to travel to the Isles of Scilly. You don’t need any form of ID to travel on Scillonian III. However you will need some form of photographic identification if you’re flying to the islands, just as you would for a domestic UK flight. This can be a passport; new style driving licence or bus pass with a photograph on. Our airport security page lists all accepted documents.

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The Isles of Scilly is England's enchanting archipelago - perfectly pint-sized but still boasting more than 140 islands. And we have all the boats and experienced boatmen to help you skip around it all. Let’s go island hopping! If this is your first visit, the boating system may seem a little daunting but you’ll soon get the hang of it.

Basically you have all the tripper boats of St. Mary’s largely run by the St. Mary’s Boatmen’s Association . Additionally, St. Agnes Boating ,  Tresco Boat  Services , Endeavour Rib Service , Scilly Sea Safaris  and  Seaquest Glass Bottom Boat  all operate their own boat services offering trips and excursions, as well as regular water taxi services from their bases to all the other islands. 

Between them they run literally hundreds of trips a week – full day and half day trips to a plethora of islands. There are trips to see the seals and seabirds, to Bishop Rock Lighthouse, to the uninhabited islands where you can get dropped sometimes – and picked up too of course! And evening excursions on the “supper boats” that allow you to sample the pubs and restaurants of all the islands.

All in all, Scilly’s boatmen make for a remarkable combination of island hopping capability, expertise and experience. You’ll feel safe and well informed – they always let you know about pick-up times and pick-up places – especially if the changing tides mean that you need to return from a different quay to the one you hopped off onto!

There are timetables chalked on boards at every turn, and many of the operators have their own Facebook pages and Twitter feeds letting you know the boat times. Tides mean that this isn’t like running a bus service, so always check. The good news is that all this flexibility means that the options are almost endless.

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Safe parking for long and short stays, easy on-site parking .

Don’t worry about finding a separate car park – we have plenty of parking in our two car parks, right next to the terminal. Land’s End Airport has plenty of parking for all passengers and is open to serve every Skybus departure and arrival.

We’ve also had 5 Electric Vehicle (EV) charging points installed for use by all café and airport visitors – full details below.

How to pre-book your parking 

Land’s End Airport has plenty of parking for all passengers and is open to serve every Skybus departure and arrival. Our car parking system is operated and maintained by Armtrac Security Services and is controlled using two automatic number plate recognition cameras, located at the entrance/exit lanes to each of our two car parks.

Payment for parking can be made in two ways – it can either be pre-booked prior to your arrival through JustPark (you can pay via JustPark online, or via the JustPark App) or paid for when you depart using the Car Park Payment Machines.  Car parking charges are the same if booked in advance or paid on the day.

JustPark App – available to download in the Apple App store or Android Play Store 

JustPark Online – Click here to pre-book.

Parking at Land’s End Airport is a great, convenient way to start your holiday – but it’s not suitable if you’re returning to the mainland aboard Scillonian III, in which case you’d be better parking in Penzance and using our shuttle bus service.

Disabled parking is in both the south and north car parks. Spaces are allocated with a disabled parking sign and are approximately 50 meters from the terminal building. Please display your disabled car parking badge (Disabled parking is chargeable).

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Vehicles and their contents are parked at the owner’s risk and no liability is accepted for any loss or damage to the vehicle or contents or persons, however caused.

If you have booked your parking in advance and your travel has been disrupted, or you have extended your stay on the Isles of Scilly, you will need to pay at the pay stations or via the JustPark app for any additional parking time.  We are unable to refund car parking charges due to flight delays or cancellations

Opening hours and Charges 

Car park opening hours.

Monday to Saturday, all year around expect Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day. The car parks open at 07:00 until half an hour after the last Skybus flight – when the gates are locked to ensure security. If you are not sure whether the car park will be open, please give Skybus a call on 01736 785231. There is also an out of hours number for emergencies on 01736 753129.

Car Parking Charges

There are three payment machines. One is located opposite the baggage reclaim point and the other two are located at the entrance/exit points of each car park. All machines are sheltered, and payment is made by entering the vehicle registration and the system will then advise on the amount that is due.

NEW! Electric car charging points at Land’s End Airport

Land’s End Airport have installed 5 Electric Vehicle (EV) charging points. Each point provides up to 7kW of charging power from a standard 32Amp, Type 2 socket (you will need your own charging lead) and are available for use by all café and airport visitors.

The charging points are located in the Main (North) Airport car park.

The EV points are charges at 40p per kW.

There is no standing or idle charge.

Please note that your charging fare will need to be paid in addition to your car parking fare.

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The EV points are available through the Tap Electric app – available to download through the link below.

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Or simply scan the QR code on arrival to the EV point at the airport.

Car Parking FAQ’s 

How are parking charges calculated? 

Pre-booked car park prices are calculated on a calendar day or part thereof. The number of days   charged for when you pre-book is calculated on the basis of the times and dates you select when  making your booking. For pre bookings, please use Just Park (links above).

How do I know that my Booking has been placed?

Within 24 hours of placing your order on the Just Park App, you will receive an email with a booking reference number  confirming all your details. All bookings are made subject to our Terms and Conditions and the JustPark Driver Help Policies.

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How do I access the car parks?

When you arrive (or exit), the car park system will read your number plate details and register the amount of time you spend in the car park.

What happens if I want to bring a different car to the one confirmed at booking?

If you are driving a different car to that detailed on your confirmation invoice, you can amend this by following the guidance on the JustApp website/App.

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What happens if I need to cancel my booking?

Should you wish to cancel your booking, please follow the JustPark guidance.

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Please note the JustPark cancellation policy.

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What happens if I need to amend my booking?

Should you wish to amend your booking, please follow the JustPark guidance:

How do I give feedback?

We are committed to the highest standards of customer care. If you are unhappy about any  aspect of the service you receive, please let us know by emailing:  [email protected] or telephone 0371 2000 476.

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Scillonian III operational update — Delayed sailing on Tuesday 9th April 2024

8th April 2024

Due to operational reasons the Scillonian III scheduled departure from Penzance to the Isles of Scilly will be delayed on Tuesday 9 th April 2024.

The vessel will now depart Penzance at 13:00 and will arrive into St Mary’s at approximately 15:45.

Check in / embarkation will be open between 11:45 – 12:30. You will not need a new ticket to check in.

The return sailing remains unchanged and will depart St Mary’s as per the published schedule.

For those travelling on a day trip ticket, your booking has been cancelled. Please contact our Travel Centre on 01736 334220 to request a refund or to transfer your travel to another day.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your patience and understanding.

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