15+ Indoor Activities in Cornwall for Families

Explore a preserved Cornish tin mine with underground tours, interactive exhibits, and hands-on activities like gem panning for the whole family.

Explore sculptor Barbara Hepworth's former home, studio and sculpture garden with bronzes positioned exactly as the artist placed them.

Explore a historic coastal castle with family-friendly exhibits, outdoor grounds, and on-site café facilities in Cornwall.

Explore Cornwall's mining heritage through guided tours of a working tin mill, historic Holman Winder, and UNESCO World Heritage landscape with knowledgeable volunteers.

Explore thousands of marine animals in interactive exhibits featuring an underwater tunnel and daily animal talks and feeding demonstrations.

Explore a stunning Cornish garden featuring exotic plants, woodland walks, and a welcoming tea-room perfect for families with young children.

Explore a world-class botanical garden nestled on a Cornish island, featuring exotic plants, scenic coastal views, and a welcoming café.

Explore stunning gardens and riverside woodlands with family-friendly facilities, outdoor spaces, and a café in picturesque Cornwall.

Explore a stunning Victorian garden with woodland walks, water features and a famous maze perfect for families to discover together.

Solve puzzles and uncover clues in immersive live escape rooms designed for families, friends, and team-building groups in central Falmouth.

Solve puzzles and break free from three hand-built escape rooms in 60 minutes, with family-friendly and spooky options for all skill levels.

Explore a wildlife sanctuary featuring exotic birds, interactive animal experiences, and JungleBarn play centre across beautiful gardens in Cornwall.

Encounter owls from around the world and meet resident animals at this conservation-focused sanctuary with daily flying displays, interactive experiences, and a children's play area.

Explore contemporary sculpture and art installations set within dramatic subtropical gardens overlooking St Michael's Mount in west Cornwall.

Explore a historic 16th-century fortress with stunning coastal views, interactive exhibits, and family-friendly activities perfect for all ages.

Explore 1,400 acres of Cornish countryside with scenic walking trails, two tranquil lakes, and family-friendly outdoor activities in a protected nature reserve.

Race against friends and family on an indoor/outdoor go-kart track with sessions available for ages 8 and up.

Explore a striking Elizabethan manor house with period rooms, gardens, and a family-friendly tea-room in scenic Cornwall.

Ride a nostalgic train into Cornwall's secret world of family fun, featuring outdoor adventures, train and boat rides, and an indoor soft play center.