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Looe
Spend 1‑2 days in Looe: beach, island boat, museum and monkey sanctuary; walk the coastal path to Talland or Polperro.
Looe is a small fishing town on South Cornwall’s coast. Its compact centre is walkable, with a beach, historic guildhall museum, boat trips to Looe Island and the nearby Woolly Monkey Sanctuary. A half‑day covers the main sights; a second day adds the coastal walk to Talland or a short drive to Polperro.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- GBP
- Best months
- May–Sep
- avoid Jan–Feb (cold, limited services)
- Airport
- NQY
- Nights
- 1‑2
Not a trip line yet
Rules in force · 8Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window…
- Europe ↗Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window, counted across all 29 Schengen states together — not per country; the Entry/Exit System now logs each crossing, so an overstay is detected automatically.
- Europe ↗On the first Schengen entry since EES began, non-EU travellers give four fingerprints and a face photo at the border instead of a passport stamp; there is nothing to apply for or pay in advance.
- Britain and Ireland ↗Neither the UK nor Ireland is part of Schengen: days spent here do not count towards the 90/180-day Schengen limit, and a Schengen visa does not admit you to either country.
- Britain and Ireland ↗The island of Ireland runs on two currencies: euro in the Republic, pound sterling in Northern Ireland and Great Britain. Carry a card that pays in both without fees.
- Britain and Ireland ↗Both islands drive on the left. Speed limits are in miles per hour in the UK (including Northern Ireland) and in kilometres per hour in the Republic of Ireland.
- United Kingdom ↗Most visitors who do not need a UK visa now need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before travelling; this includes EU nationals. Irish citizens are exempt. Check the UK government site for your passport.
- United Kingdom ↗The UK is outside the EU and the Schengen area; a Schengen visa is not valid for the UK.
- United Kingdom ↗Driving is on the left; London has congestion and emissions charges for most vehicles, so do not drive in the city.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Looe999 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Looe, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the pound sterling (GBP, £).United Kingdom-wide
- SIM or eSIMEE, Vodafone (merged with Three in 2025) and O2 run the networks; prepaid SIMs sell in supermarkets, phone shops and airport vending machines…United Kingdom-wide
- Tap waterTap water is safe everywhere.United Kingdom-wide
- TippingcheckRestaurant with table service: 10–12.5% if no service charge is on the bill; check before adding more.United Kingdom-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets G. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): fits · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United Kingdom-wide
- SafetyLooe is generally safe; watch for slippery rocks on the pier and keep valuables secured in crowded summer spots.
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- RestroomsPublic toilets are scarce and some charge 50p–£1 (≈ US$2) or are card-only.United Kingdom-wide
- Emergency numbers999 police · 999 fire and ambulance · 111 NHS non‑urgent
- Sundays & holidaysShops in England and Wales open six hours on Sundays (usually 10:00 or 11:00–16:00 or 17:00).Shops in England and Wales open six hours on Sundays (usually 10:00 AM or 11:00 AM–4:00 PM or 5:00 PM).United Kingdom-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportNQY Newquay Cornwall Airport.
- Getting aroundThe town centre is flat and walkable; a short bridge links East and West Looe.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee£2–£3 (≈ US$3–4)
- Metro or bus rideBus ticket (local)check£2–£3 (≈ US$3–4)
- Budget bedCamping pitch, a night, per person£10 (≈ US$14)
- Mid-range bedB&B double room, a night, per room£120 (≈ US$160)
- High-end bedB&B double room, a night, per room£200 (≈ US$300)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget £30 (≈ US$40) · Mid £55 (≈ US$75) · High £85 (≈ US$120)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- NQY Newquay Cornwall Airport
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
Feb
Avoid
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
Mar
not flagged
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Apr
not flagged
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
May
Best
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
Jun
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Jul
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Aug
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Sep
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Oct
not flagged
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Nov
not flagged
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Dec
not flagged
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
Best: May–Sep. Avoid: Jan–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)), coolest Jan (3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C) low), wettest Jan (12 rain days), driest Jul (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Looe: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
12 rd
Feb
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
11 rd
Mar
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
10 rd
Apr
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
9 rd
May
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
7 rd
Jun
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
6 rd
Jul
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
5 rd
Aug
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
5 rd
Sep
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
6 rd
Oct
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
8 rd
Nov
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
11 rd
Dec
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
12 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
The town centre is flat and walkable; a short bridge links East and West Looe. Parking is limited, use the large car park at the village entrance. No public bus needed for main sights.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Looe Island
goDoor to door: ≈30 min round trip
Boat from Looe harbour, 5‑min walk to pier
Seasonal service, check timetable.
Woolly Monkey Sanctuary
goDoor to door: ≈20 min
Bus or taxi from Looe, 5 km (3.1 mi)Bus or taxi from Looe, 3.1 mi (5 km)
Open Apr–Nov, free entry.
Talland Bay
goDoor to door: ≈45 min walk
Coastal footpath from Looe, 2 km (1.2 mi)Coastal footpath from Looe, 1.2 mi (2 km)
Scenic walk, beach at Talland.
Polperro
cautionDoor to door: ≈2 h walk
Coastal path via Talland, 6 km (3.7 mi)Coastal path via Talland, 3.7 mi (6 km)
Long walk; consider bus if short on time.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Beach House
Seafront B&B, double £100
Talland Bay Hotel
Cliff‑side B&B, double £250
Trelaske Hotel
Midway between Looe and Polperro
Camping in Cornwall (Penhale)
Caravan & camping park nearby
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- £30–£50 (≈ US$40–70) excl. bed
- Mid
- £50–£80 (≈ US$70–110) excl. bed
- High
- £80 (≈ US$110)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| B&B double room1 × 1 night × £120 | £120 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × £55 | £110 |
| Boat to Looe Island (round trip)2 × £12 · Check schedule. | £24 |
| Bus to Monkey Sanctuary (return)2 × £5 · check | £10 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | £26 |
| Trip total≈ £145 per person per day, bed included | £290≈ US$400 |
2026 estimate in GBP; flights and long‑distance train passes excluded.
Prices of common things
| Cornish pasty | £3–£5 (≈ US$4–7) |
| Fish & chips | £6–£9 (≈ US$8–12) |
| Coffee | £2–£3 (≈ US$3–4) |
| Ice cream | £2–£4 (≈ US$3–6) |
| Bus ticket (local)check | £2–£3 (≈ US$3–4) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Roads into town are narrow; allow extra time for driving.
- Looe Island boat service runs seasonally; check schedule in advance.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 999
- Fire and ambulance
- 999
- NHS non‑urgent
- 111
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My bed tonight
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I'r cyfeiriad hwn, os gwelwch yn ddaTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police999
- Fire & ambulance999
- NHS non‑urgent111
Embassy
US consulate in Bristol; UK embassy in London.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Looe train → Plymouth: ≈£15, 45 min (check)
- Bus to Monkey Sanctuary: ≈£5 round trip (check)
Say or show
- Sori — Excuse me / Sorry
- Diolch — Thank you
- Faint sut mae'n costio? — How much is it?
- Ble mae'r traeth? — Where is the beach?
- A allaf gael y bil? — Can I have the bill?
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Looe. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: May–Sep · avoid Jan–Feb (cold, limited services) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 4 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 4 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a car hire for flexible trips to Talland, Polperro and inland sites.
- Include a boat ticket for Looe Island in the daily budget.
Sources
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