A marvellous location for a family break, there are ample things to do with kids in Cornwall! No matter how old your kids are, there’s bound to be something they’ll enjoy in this selection of family days out in Cornwall.
Is your family full of thrill-seekers? You’ll have no shortage of surfing schools to catch the waves with, such as Adventure Bay Surf School and Reubyn Ash Surf School. Alternatively, enjoy an exhilarating ride on Adrenalin Quarry‘s karts!
When it comes to things to do in Cornwall with the kids on the coast, the county benefits from a wealth of beaches where you can look forward to sunbathing whilst the little ones go exploring. We have a couple of recommendations, including Porthgwidden Beach with its rock pools and pristine sands, as well as Porthgwarra Beach with its café and promenade.
Other family days out in Cornwall include unleashing your inner artist at Paint-a-Pot, making a splash in Bude Sea Pool and seeing the animals at Newquay Zoo. Camel Creek Family Theme Park is another great family attraction in Cornwall, where theme park rides and animals are aplenty.
Uncover a wealth of things to do with kids in Cornwall below…
Eastern House Porthcurno Penzance Cornwall TR19 6JX
01736810966
A museum dedicated to Cornwall’s vital part in communications technology where visitors can explore a WWII bunker and view early scientific inventions.
Mill Hill Polperro Looe Cornwall PL13 2RP
01503272378
A model village allowing guests to explore Polperro and learn about the Cornish myths and legends.
Trecangate Porfell Liskeard Cornwall PL14 4RE
01503220211
A wild family attraction located just a short distance from Looe offering visitors the chance to get up close to animals from around the world.
S W Coast Path St Levan Porthgwarra Penzance Cornwall TR19 6JR
01872261735
A picture-perfect fishing cove with rockpools and tunnels to explore.
Saint Ives Cornwall England United Kingdom TR26 1NR
A well-equipped beach nestled beneath the grassy slopes of St Ives with stunning views out to Godrevy Lighthouse.
Helston Cornwall England TR12 6QJ
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A family-run scuba diving school located in a secluded cove on the eastern side of the Lizard peninsula.
Lelant: St Uny Church Rd Lelant Saint Ives Cornwall TR26 3DY
A mile-long stretch of sand between the mouth of the River Hayle in Lelant to Hawk’s Point in Carbis Bay.
S W Coast Path Porthleven Helston Cornwall TR13 9EH
A sandy beach that stretches to Loe Bar at low tide that’s popular with experienced surfers.
Luxulyan Par Cornwall England United Kingdom PL24 2SR
A moderate circular walk of just under five miles featuring Victorian industrial heritage and lush woodland.
Radnor Rd Redruth Cornwall TR16 5EL
01209211059
A family-run leisure complex offering a nine-hole 18 tee golf course, floodlit driving range and dry ski slope.