Getting around St. Mary's

One of the simplest pleasures on Scilly is to get out and explore – by foot, by bike, by bus, by taxi, by boat!  The easiest way to get about is on foot – there are some lovely, scenic coastal and inland walks (pick up a map from the Tourist Information Centre). If you walk the entire coastline of St. Mary’s, you’re likely to cover some 9 or 10 miles depending on the tide!

If you rather rest your legs, then hire a golf buggy for the day or some bikes (electric options available, as are tag-alongs, tandems and trailers).  You can also book a private tour by taxi or enjoy a guided mini-bus tour which leave Holgate’s Green twice daily on most days. Taxis for any A to B journey will cost a minimum of £5 (or £2.50 each if shared).

Indeed if you’re feeling active, why not ride or sail around St. Mary’s? Book a pony trek for a lovely ride on the beach or hire a kayak or dinghy to explore some of the quieter spots and enjoy a different island perspective.

If you’re staying on one of the off-islands there are lots of boats to St. Mary’s every day – as it’s the main island where you arrive from the mainland (and leave again).