Opening hours
Summer Hours
1 April to 31 October
10.00am – 5.00pm
(last admission 4.30pm)
Winter Hours
1 November to 31 March
10.00am – 4.30pm
(last admission 4.00pm)
We will be open on the following Bank Holidays in 2026:
- 3 April
- 6 April
- 4 May
- 25 May
- 31 August
During an exhibition installation, it is necessary to close some of the galleries. Please check what is open before making a special journey at these times.
In 2026, the exhibition install periods will be:
- 11 – 20 January
- 19 – 29 April
Admission
Adult: £8
Young people (18-26): £4
Children: Free
Accompanying Carers: Free
During exhibition install periods, admission is half price.
All registered students qualify for the £4 ticket (and half price during exhibition install) on production of valid Student ID.
No booking required.
Dogs
Assistance dogs on leads are welcome inside the building.
Dogs on leads are welcome within the park and on the terrace outside the café. However, please note that dogs are not allowed inside the building.
Penzance Pass
The Penzance Pass enables free entry to Penlee House Gallery & Museum all year round for everyone who lives within the Penzance Parish. Residents of Penzance, Gulval, Heamoor, Mousehole, Newlyn and Paul can get a Pass by coming in to Penlee House Gallery & Museum in Penzance with proof of address and a card can be issued straight away. Discover more
Free Entry
We offer free entry to Friends of Penlee House, Penzance Pass, The Art Fund, Museums Association, Cornwall Volunteers Scheme, and Culture Card.