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Family days out in Plymouth, made easy.

From castles and museums to soft play, farms and parks — find the best things to do with kids in Plymouth.

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20+ Rainy Day Activities in Plymouth for Kids

Discover 20+ indoor venues and activities for kids in Plymouth, perfect for rainy days. From free museums to soft play. free.

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20+ Free Things to Do in Plymouth with Kids

Find 20+ free family activities in Plymouth: museums, parks, playgrounds and more. No entry fee, all ages welcome.

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5+ Soft Play Centres in Plymouth

Find the best soft play centres in Plymouth for toddlers and kids. Indoor play areas with slides, ball pits and café spaces. free.

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20+ Things to Do with Toddlers in Plymouth

Discover 20+ toddler-friendly activities in Plymouth for babies and under 5s. Soft play, farms, free museums and more. free.

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Things to Do in Plymouth This Weekend with Kids

Find family-friendly things to do in Plymouth this weekend: events, activities and venues open now. Updated weekly.

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20+ Outdoor Activities in Plymouth for Families

Explore 20+ outdoor activities and family days out in Plymouth: parks, playgrounds, nature trails, farms and more. free.

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20+ Indoor Activities in Plymouth for Families

Find 20+ indoor activities in Plymouth for kids, from soft play and museums to arts, science and adventure centres. free.

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Top-rated places in Plymouth

Loved by families. Rated by families.

Tintagel Castle

Tintagel Castle

★4.6

Explore a legendary medieval castle perched dramatically on the Cornish coast, steeped in Arthurian legend and stunning seaside views.

Ages 6–14Outdoors
Food on siteBaby changeDogs welcome
The Lost Gardens of Heligan

The Lost Gardens of Heligan

★4.6

Explore over 200 acres of restored Victorian gardens, woodland, and estate with family-friendly activities, wildlife spotting, and seasonal events.

Ages 4–12Outdoors
Food on siteGood transportParkingDogs welcome
National Trust - Carnewas at Bedruthan

National Trust - Carnewas at Bedruthan

★4.8

Explore dramatic clifftop landscapes and coastal scenery at this stunning National Trust property in Cornwall with tea-room facilities.

In & Out
Food on siteParking
Bodmin Jail Attraction

Bodmin Jail Attraction

★4.4

Explore Cornwall's dark history at this Georgian jail with award-winning guided tours, paranormal experiences, and immersive exhibitions revealing tales of crime and punishment.

Ages 10–16In & Out
Food on siteGood transportDogs welcome
National Trust - Cotehele

National Trust - Cotehele

★4.7

Explore a medieval castle and historic house set in beautiful riverside grounds with a barn café and family-friendly facilities.

Ages 3–14In & Out
Food on siteBaby changePushchair friendlyParking
Golitha Falls National Nature Reserve

Golitha Falls National Nature Reserve

★4.7

Explore an ancient woodland gorge with dramatic waterfalls, riverside walks and abundant wildlife including otters, bats and rare bryophytes.

Free entryAges 3–12Outdoors
Food on siteGood transportPushchair friendlyParking
National Marine Aquarium

National Marine Aquarium

★4.4

Explore the UK's conservation aquarium with 5,000+ marine animals, interactive keeper shows, and the deepest aquarium habitat in Britain.

Ages 2–8Indoors
Food on siteGood transportBaby changePushchair friendly
St Nectan's Waterfall

St Nectan's Waterfall

★4.6

Explore a stunning 60-foot waterfall nestled in a temperate Atlantic rainforest with woodland walks, ancient ivy-clad trees, and a café serving Cornish cream teas.

Ages 4–12Outdoors
Food on siteDogs welcome

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