Skip to main content

Things to Do in Charlestown

11 attractions and days out

Photo © Mick, Google Maps

Beaches & Coastline
Charlestown Beach ⭐ 4.6

Beaches & Coastline

Charlestown Beach

This wheelchair-accessible shingle beach on Cornwall's coast offers young children an exciting spot to explore and enjoy seaside picnics with the family.

Cornwall FootballGolf Park ⭐ 4.8 1.1 mi away

Adventure Golf

Cornwall FootballGolf Park

Kick footballs around a golf-style course at this St Austell sports venue that combines two popular games into one fun family activity, with pushchair-friendly paths throughout.

St Austell Leisure Centre ⭐ 4.1 1.2 mi away

Swimming & Leisure Centres

St Austell Leisure Centre

This family-friendly leisure centre on Carylon Road offers indoor pools and soft play areas, plus an onsite restaurant, making it perfect for rainy day adventures with accessible facilities throughout.

Ozzell Bowl ⭐ 3.8 1.7 mi away

Bowling Alleys

Ozzell Bowl

Strike up family fun at this accessible ten-pin bowling venue on Priory Road, complete with onsite parking and a restaurant to refuel between games.

Hangloose Adventure Eden ⭐ 4.7 2 mi away

Adventure & Activity Centres

Hangloose Adventure Eden

Experience heart-pounding aerial adventures at Eden Project with exhilarating zip lines, swing rides and free-fall attractions, all set within Cornwall's iconic biomes landscape.

The Eden Project ⭐ 4.3 2 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

The Eden Project

Explore tropical biomes, educational exhibits and adventure play areas at this innovative Cornish attraction where families can discover plants from around the world in a spectacular setting.

Wheal Martyn Clay Works ⭐ 4.6 3.1 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Wheal Martyn Clay Works

Explore Cornwall's fascinating China Clay heritage through interactive exhibits and scenic trails at this working museum set in beautiful countryside. Family-friendly with pushchair access and baby facilities throughout.

Beaches & Coastline
Pentewan Beach ⭐ 4.6 3.1 mi away

Beaches & Coastline

Pentewan Beach

This sheltered Cornish harbour beach offers soft sand and gentle waters ideal for young children to paddle and build sandcastles, with wheelchair access and space for family picnics.

Polkerris Beach ⭐ 4.7 3.4 mi away

Beaches & Coastline

Polkerris Beach

This sheltered Cornish cove near Par offers safe swimming for children, complete with parking, accessible facilities, baby changing rooms, and an onsite restaurant for refreshments.

Historic Houses & Gardens
The Lost Gardens of Heligan ⭐ 4.5 4.1 mi away

Historic Houses & Gardens

The Lost Gardens of Heligan

Discover this enchanting 200-acre Cornish estate where Victorian gardens have been lovingly restored to reveal their secrets. Perfect for all the family with wheelchair access, pushchair-friendly paths and dogs welcome.

Readymoney Cove Beach ⭐ 4.6 4.9 mi away

Beaches & Coastline

Readymoney Cove Beach

This sheltered Cornish sandy cove offers calm waters perfect for children's paddling adventures, with wheelchair access and space to enjoy your own picnic by the sea.

🎟️

Know a attraction in Charlestown that's missing?

Run one yourself or know a good one? Suggest it and we'll review it for the site. Listings are free.

Add a attraction