15+ Outdoor Activities in Cornwall for Families

Learn to surf, kayak, paddleboard, and coasteer along Cornwall's stunning coastline with expert instructors at this award-winning activity centre.

Explore a stunning Cornish beach with golden sands, rock pools, and coastal walks suitable for all ages and abilities.

Enjoy safe, sheltered watersports at this family-friendly beach centre offering kayaking, paddleboarding, sailing lessons and equipment hire in Cornwall.

Explore a picturesque 13th-century fishing village with historic granite quays, cobbled streets, and a working harbour in Cornwall's Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Explore a stunning Cornish beach with golden sands, rock pools, and excellent conditions for swimming and water sports.

Explore a stunning sub-tropical garden with beach access, children's play areas, and family events throughout the year.

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 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.

Meet rescued seals and learn about marine wildlife conservation at this outdoor sanctuary dedicated to seal rescue and rehabilitation.

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

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.

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.

Slide down a thrilling 120-metre water slide launching from a 3.5-metre tower with rings and bodyboards for wet and wild family fun.