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Things to Do in Cornwall

48 attractions and days out

Photo © Lee Hadbavny, Google Maps

Cornwall's attractions range from the well-known, like the Eden Project near St Austell, to smaller finds scattered across the county's coast and inland towns. Newquay and St Ives lean toward beach-based activity, with surf schools and watersports operators making the most of the swell, while Falmouth and Looe offer things like mystery treasure trails for a slower, more exploratory day out.

Inland towns such as Truro, Redruth and Helston tend to hold the indoor options - laser tag, virtual reality venues and visitor centres like the ShelterBox base - useful when the weather turns. Coastal spots including Coverack and Loe Beach cater to sailing and windsurfing, so it's worth deciding whether you want a day on the water or one exploring on foot before picking a base.

The Eden Project ⭐ 4.3

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.

Xtra Dimension Virtual Reality ⭐ 5.0

Adventure & Activity Centres

Xtra Dimension Virtual Reality

Step into cutting-edge virtual reality experiences at this Redruth activity centre, offering wheelchair-accessible gaming fun with onsite parking and facilities for an immersive family adventure.

CST Experiences ⭐ 5.0

Adventure & Activity Centres

CST Experiences

Enjoy waterside adventure and sailing activities at this accessible family centre where everyone's welcome, including four-legged friends, with onsite dining and facilities for all ages.

Loe Beach Watersports ⭐ 5.0

Watersports

Loe Beach Watersports

Make a splash at this Feock waterside venue offering exciting aquatic activities, complete with onsite parking and a restaurant serving refreshments to refuel hungry adventurers.

The Clay Corner Pottery Painting ⭐ 5.0

Pottery & Ceramic Painting

The Clay Corner Pottery Painting

Unleash your family's creativity at this welcoming pottery painting studio in a historic chapel setting, with full wheelchair and pushchair access plus baby changing facilities for stress-free artistic adventures.

Via Ferrata Cornwall ⭐ 5.0

Adventure & Activity Centres

Via Ferrata Cornwall

Scale Cornish cliffs and soar across zip lines at this action-packed activity centre offering rock climbing, kayaking and adrenaline-fuelled adventures for thrill-seeking families.

Padstow Beach ⭐ 4.9

Beaches & Coastline

Padstow Beach

This sheltered Cornish cove delights with its pale sand and crystal-clear waters, offering wheelchair access and the perfect spot to spread out your family picnic blanket.

Escape Rooms Cornwall ⭐ 4.9

Adventure & Activity Centres

Escape Rooms Cornwall

Test your family's teamwork and problem-solving skills in this thrilling basement venue where you'll race against the clock to crack codes and solve puzzles before time runs out.

St Ives Surf School ⭐ 4.9

Watersports

St Ives Surf School

Learn to ride the waves at this popular beachfront surf school, offering lessons for all abilities on one of Cornwall's finest surfing beaches with full facilities including accessible amenities.

EasiGlide SEGWAY EXPERIENCE Bude ⭐ 4.9

Adventure & Activity Centres

EasiGlide SEGWAY EXPERIENCE Bude

Glide through the scenic Cornish countryside on a thrilling Segway adventure that's perfect for families seeking an exciting outdoor experience in Bude.

Monster Slip And Slide - Cornwall ⭐ 4.9

Water Parks & Splash Pools

Monster Slip And Slide - Cornwall

Experience thrilling bouncy water slides set against stunning coastal scenery at this exciting outdoor activity venue in Bude, perfect for energetic families seeking summer adventure.

Segway Bude ⭐ 4.9

Adventure & Activity Centres

Segway Bude

Glide through scenic countryside on a guided Segway adventure at this family-friendly centre near Bude, complete with onsite parking, restaurant facilities and full accessibility for all visitors.

Holywell Bay Beach ⭐ 4.9

Beaches & Coastline

Holywell Bay Beach

This stunning Cornish beach near Newquay offers golden sands and crystal-clear waters, perfect for family picnics, with wheelchair access making it welcoming for all visitors.

Cadgwith Cove ⭐ 4.9

Beaches & Coastline

Cadgwith Cove

This charming Cornish cove with a colourful maritime history offers wonderful rock pooling and paddling fun for young explorers, plus wheelchair access and space for family picnics by the sea.

Roskillys ⭐ 4.9

Farm Parks

Roskillys

Explore this organic Cornish dairy farm where children can get close to friendly animals and taste award-winning ice cream while wandering through stunning rural landscapes.

Enigma Escape Cornwall ⭐ 4.9

Escape Room Challenges

Enigma Escape Cornwall

Test your family's puzzle-solving skills at this interactive escape room venue on Lemon Street. Note that accessibility is limited, with no wheelchair or pushchair access throughout.

Falmouth Boat Hire ⭐ 4.8

Railways & Transport

Falmouth Boat Hire

Explore Falmouth's stunning harbour waters at your own pace by renting a vessel from Custom House Quay, with convenient parking and refreshments available on-site.

Cornwall Swimming Horses ⭐ 4.8

Horse Riding

Cornwall Swimming Horses

Take your family on an unforgettable seaside adventure riding horses through the waves at this unique Penzance attraction, where you can experience the thrill of swimming with these majestic animals.

Nanjizel Beach ⭐ 4.8

Beaches & Coastline

Nanjizel Beach

This pristine Cornwall cove offers wild, unspoilt sands where families might spot visiting seals along the South West Coast Path—pack a picnic for an adventurous day out.

Porthmeor Beach ⭐ 4.8

Beaches & Coastline

Porthmeor Beach

This popular St Ives surf spot combines golden sands with Atlantic waves, offering wheelchair access, nearby parking and facilities, making it ideal for active families seeking coastal adventure.

Crazy Football Golf ⭐ 4.8

Adventure Golf

Crazy Football Golf

Combine your football skills with mini-golf fun at this entertaining outdoor course where you kick rather than putt. Baby changing facilities available, though some areas have limited pushchair access.

Discovering42 ⭐ 4.8

Museums & Galleries

Discovering42

This inclusive museum welcomes families with pushchairs, wheelchair users, babies and even dogs, with accessible facilities throughout and the option to bring your own refreshments.

Newton Equestrian ⭐ 4.8

Horse Riding

Newton Equestrian

Saddle up for an authentic Cornish riding experience at this working farm near Mullion, complete with an onsite restaurant to refuel after your countryside trek.

Chapel Porth beach ⭐ 4.8

Beaches & Coastline

Chapel Porth beach

Nestled along Cornwall's stunning South West Coast Path, this sandy cove invites families to hunt for marine life in rockpools while enjoying picnics by the waves.

Mount Hawke Skate Park ⭐ 4.8

Adventure & Activity Centres

Mount Hawke Skate Park

This outdoor skate park at Gover Water Works welcomes skating enthusiasts with onsite parking, though visitors should note the limited facilities and no outside food policy.

Cornwall FootballGolf Park ⭐ 4.8

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.

Hidden Valley Discovery Park ⭐ 4.8

Parks & Play Areas

Hidden Valley Discovery Park

Adventure awaits at this enchanting Launceston park featuring mysterious gardens and The Forbidden Mansion attraction, complete with restaurant facilities and picnic-friendly grounds.

Locked In Escape Rooms Cornwall ⭐ 4.8

Adventure & Activity Centres

Locked In Escape Rooms Cornwall

Challenge your family to work together and solve puzzles against the clock at this thrilling escape room venue. Baby changing facilities are available, though access is limited for wheelchairs and pushchairs.

Trebarwith Strand Beach ⭐ 4.8

Beaches & Coastline

Trebarwith Strand Beach

A welcoming coastal spot where four-legged friends can join you on the golden sands, with convenient parking and wheelchair access along Cornwall's stunning South West Coast Path.

MacDonalds Farm ⭐ 4.7

Farm Parks

MacDonalds Farm

Get close to lovable farm animals before letting little ones burn energy on pedal go-karts and adventure play areas at this family-run attraction near Padstow's stunning coastline.

Trevone Bay beach ⭐ 4.7

Beaches & Coastline

Trevone Bay beach

This wheelchair-accessible Cornish shore along the South West Coastal Path offers generous sandy stretches ideal for young children's seaside adventures, with toilet facilities and space for family picnics.

Geevor Tin Mine ⭐ 4.7

Caves & Mines

Geevor Tin Mine

Discover Cornwall's mining heritage at this historic tin mine near Pendeen, featuring underground tours and industrial buildings. Family-friendly site with restaurant, accessible facilities and picnic areas.

Escape Time - St Ives ⭐ 4.7

Sightseeing & Attractions

Escape Time - St Ives

Put your problem-solving skills to the ultimate test at this thrilling St Ives escape room experience, perfect for groups of up to six players seeking an unforgettable challenge together.

Adrenalin Quarry ⭐ 4.7

Adventure & Activity Centres

Adrenalin Quarry

Experience heart-pounding adventure at this Liskeard quarry featuring cliff jumping, high-speed zip lines and a massive swing. Family-friendly facilities include pushchair access and baby changing.

Tamar Lakes ⭐ 4.7

Adventure & Activity Centres

Tamar Lakes

Perfect for active families, this waterside country park near Bude offers equipment hire and watersports tuition in fully accessible surroundings with facilities for babies and young children.

Lappa Valley Steam Railway ⭐ 4.7

Sightseeing & Attractions

Lappa Valley Steam Railway

Climb aboard for a delightful steam train adventure through two miles of Cornish countryside, complete with boating fun, nature trails and family-friendly activities—all fully accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs.

Cardinham Woods ⭐ 4.7

Parks & Play Areas

Cardinham Woods

This scenic woodland offers family-friendly trails perfect for walking and biking through stunning Cornish landscapes, with riverside picnic spots and facilities welcoming pushchairs, dogs and visitors of all abilities.

Hangloose Adventure Eden ⭐ 4.7

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.

Harlyn Bay Beach ⭐ 4.7

Beaches & Coastline

Harlyn Bay Beach

This supervised Cornish sandy shore along the South West Coastal Path welcomes families and wheelchair users, with on-site parking and space for picnics by the sea.

Swanpool Beach ⭐ 4.6

Beaches & Coastline

Swanpool Beach

This sheltered Cornish cove offers safe shallow waters ideal for young children, with parking, toilets and wheelchair access, plus space to enjoy your own picnic by the sand.

Readymoney Cove Beach ⭐ 4.6

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.

Antony Woodland Garden ⭐ 4.6

Sightseeing & Attractions

Antony Woodland Garden

Explore beautiful woodland trails perfect for all the family, with pushchair-friendly paths, dining options, and a warm welcome for dogs and visitors of every age and ability.

Lusty Glaze Beach ⭐ 4.6

Adventure & Activity Centres

Lusty Glaze Beach

This scenic Cornish cove offers adventure activities including kids' surf sessions and zip-lining, plus a beachside restaurant where families can refuel between watersports or simply relax by the ocean.

Bodmin Jail ⭐ 4.6

Sightseeing & Attractions

Bodmin Jail

Step inside Cornwall's notorious former prison where centuries of captivating stories unfold through hands-on displays and spine-tingling encounters suitable for the whole family.

Pencarrow House and Gardens ⭐ 4.6

Historic Houses & Gardens

Pencarrow House and Gardens

Step back in time at this elegant Georgian mansion near Washaway, where you can explore historic rooms before enjoying woodland walks through stunning gardens. Family facilities include an onsite restaurant, picnic areas, and full accessibility throughout.

Portreath Beach ⭐ 4.6

Beaches & Coastline

Portreath Beach

This sandy Cornish family beach offers supervised swimming in summer months and welcomes wheelchairs, with onsite parking and space for picnics along the shoreline.

Rollers Roller Rink ⭐ 4.6

Ice & Roller Skating

Rollers Roller Rink

Enjoy classic roller skating fun at this fully-equipped rink featuring onsite parking, dining options and accessible facilities including baby changing rooms and wheelchair access.

Stithians Lake ⭐ 4.6

Adventure & Activity Centres

Stithians Lake

This family-friendly lakeside venue welcomes pushchairs, wheelchairs and dogs, offering activities for all ages with full facilities including baby changing, dining options and accessible amenities.

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