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Cornwall Attractions - Fun Days Out & Things to Do in Cornwall
West Cornwall
Mousehole
Sea, Salts & Sail Festival
Mousehole hosts a biennial festival called Sea Salts and Sail (SS&S), celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2026, aimed at preserving our Cornish maritime history.
Land's End
Land's End
Spectacular coastal location for Cornwall's most famous landmark. Visitor centre, craft workshops, galleries etc.
Penzance
Kernow Coasteering
Kernow Coasteering is Cornwall's (and the UK's) most westerly coasteering centre. Come and take a coasteering tour for a taste of life on the edge of the stunning Cornish coastline.
Land's End
Geevor Tin Mine
Discover Cornwall's mining heritage at this excellent museum. Guided underground trips as well as surface tours available.
Land's End / St Just
Levant Mine & Beam Engine
Spectacular cliff top location for this beautifully restored engine house complete with working beam engine.
Penzance
Marine Discovery
Come on an exhilarating wildlife-watching boat trip from Penzance Harbour aboard our exciting jet RIB `Shearwater`.
Penzance
Minack Theatre
The world famous cliff top open air theatre. Spectacular location, stunning views, a great place to visit, or take in a show.
Penzance
St Michael's Mount
Explore the amazing island world of St Michael's Mount and discover legend, myth and over a thousand years of incredible history.
St Day
Autospeed - Stock Car & Banger Racing
Stock Car & Banger Racing - great fun for all the family! Unlimited access to the pit area, hot and cold refreshments.
Penzance
Porthcurno Telegraph Museum
Fascinating museum about the biggest telegraph station in the world and full of fun activities for all ages, including science interactives.
Penzance
Penlee House, Museum and Gallery
The only Cornish public gallery specialising in the Newlyn School artists (c.1880 - c.1940) including Stanhope and Elizabeth Forbes, Walter Langley, Harold Harvey and Laura Knight.
Penzance
Trengwainton Gardens
With plants from around the globe scattered throughout this ten-hectare (25-acre) garden, there is something to inspire around every corner.
St Agnes - Trevaunance Cove
Koru Kayaking
Joining one of Koru Kayaking's guided kayak adventures allows you to discover the hidden Cornwall only accessible by kayak.
St Ives
Barbara Hepworth Museum & Sculpture Garden
A wonderful exhibition dedicated to the life, work and memory of the 20th century sculptor, Dame Barbara Hepworth.
St Ives
Barnoon Workshop
A space for creative activities and events in St Ives, above Porthmeor Beach, a short walk from The Tate and Barbara Hepworth Museum.
St Ives
Tate Gallery
Located in the beautiful harbour town of St Ives, the Tate Gallery has become one of Cornwall's leading attractions.
St Ives
Kidz R Us Theatre
Youth theatre company based in St Ives, Cornwall, with regular shows in their own 300-seat theatre in the centre of town.
Nr. St Ives
Paradise Park
Cornwall's top wildlife sanctuary and JungleBarn indoor play centre. A day in Paradise whatever the weather!
Nr. Helston
Poldark Mine
Follow in the footsteps of 18th Century Cornish tin miners on the most atmospheric mine tour in Britain.
Nr. Helston
Cornish Seal Sanctuary
Set in the picturesque Helford Estuary by the village of Gweek, the Sanctuary is a busy rescue centre.
Helston
Godolphin House
Beautiful and romantic historic house and garden, giving the house, garden and surrounding estate buildings a haunting air of antiquity and peace.
Falmouth
Falmouth Aquarium
A fun, affordable and educational look at the marine world, located in the town centre.
Falmouth
National Maritime Museum
Sitting with a toe in the sea on the edge of Falmouth harbour, the multi-award-winning National Maritime Museum Cornwall delivers so much more than you might expect.
Falmouth
Cornish Maritime Trust
Founded in 1994, the Trust has four historic working vessels restored to sailing condition.
Falmouth
Pendennis Castle
For a great value family day out, take a trip to Pendennis Castle, one of the finest of the mighty fortresses built by Henry VIII.
Falmouth
Trebah Gardens
A sub-tropical paradise with a stunning coastal backdrop, the result of 160 years of inspired and dedicated creation.
Falmouth
Glendurgan Gardens
One of the great subtropical gardens of the South West, set in a wooded valley dropping to the hamlet of Durgan on the Helford estuary.
Truro
The Royal Cornwall Museum
Cornwall's oldest and most prestigious museum, founded in 1818, internationally famed for its exciting range of exhibits.
Truro
Trelissick Gardens
This modern garden was created within shelter belts planted 200 years ago, constantly evolving with new planting and fresh ideas.
Truro
Trewithen Gardens
An historic private estate boasting one of the loveliest gardens in England, internationally renowned for magnolias and camellias.
Redruth
Mineral Tramways Cycle Routes
Follow the historic Mineral Tramways through the heart of Cornwall's mining landscape. These six traffic-free walking and cycling trails trace former railway routes between Hayle, Portreath and Devoran, offering a unique way to discover the county's rich industrial heritage, scenic countryside and World Heritage mining sites.
Redruth
Miracle Theatre
Cornwall's Miracle Theatre's productions are a highlight of the summer, performing against the backdrop of our unique landscape.
Redruth
East Pool Mine
At the heart of the Cornish Mining World Heritage Site sit these two great beam engines, powered by boilers introduced by Richard Trevithick.
North Cornwall
Tintagel
Tintagel Old Post Office
Nestling among the modern buildings of Tintagel high street, this atmospheric 14th-century yeoman's farmhouse, with a famously wavy roof, beckons the curious to explore.
Tintagel
Tintagel Castle
Set high on the rugged North Cornwall coast, offering dramatic views, fascinating ruins and a stunning beach cafe.
Boscastle
Museum of Witchcraft
Houses the world's largest collection of witchcraft-related artefacts and regalia.
Polzeath
Cornish Rock Tors
Half day trips to multiple day courses in Climbing, Coasteering, Kayaking and Power Boating.
Newquay
Big Dunk's Paintball & Outdoor Laser Tag
Purpose-built UKPSF accredited site with 9 game zones set in 20 acres.
Newquay
Dairyland Farm World
An all-weather attraction providing entertainment for all ages, rain or shine.
Newquay
Blue Reef Aquarium
Be amazed by local marine species and hundreds of tropical species in the gigantic ocean display, complete with underwater tunnel.
Newquay
Trerice House
An intimate Elizabethan manor and a Cornish gem, Trerice remains little changed over the centuries, thanks to long periods under absentee owners.
Nr. Newquay
Lappa Valley Steam Railway
An old mineral line, now home to a narrow gauge steam railway, with loads of fun things to do and discover.
Nr. Newquay
Springfields Fun Park & Pony Centre
An action-packed day for all the family with acres of space to run and play.
Nr. Newquay
Cornish Birds of Prey Centre
A collection of over 50 birds of prey to see, with regular flying displays.
Camelford
The Arthurian Centre
Near the medieval market town of Camelford, considered by some the site of Camelot. Walk fields where King Arthur and Mordred are said to have met for their last battle. (Flagged as possibly temporarily closed by one source — worth confirming directly before we check this one off.)
Nr. Portreath
Cornish Goldsmiths
See goldsmiths at work at the largest collection of gold jewellery in the South West, open 7 days a week.
Launceston
Launceston Castle
Dominates the surrounding landscape, perched on a large natural mound - the ultimate status symbol of Middle Age wealth and power.
Launceston
Hidden Valley Discovery Park
One of Cornwall's best kept secrets - an extraordinary place unlike anything you have experienced before.
Launceston
Trethorne Leisure
A large all-weather tourist attraction with something for everyone, a fun filled family day out! (Verified open — but note: this link path differs from the live site's actual URL; worth double-checking it resolves correctly.)
Nr. Launceston
Tamar Otter & Wildlife Centre
See British and Asian Short Clawed Otters playing and being fed close at hand.
Bodmin
Lanhydrock House
Lanhydrock is the perfect country house and estate, with the feel of a wealthy but unpretentious family home.
Bodmin
Bodmin & Wenford Railway
The only standard gauge railway in Cornwall still operated by steam locomotives, offering breathtaking scenery.
Bodmin
Pencarrow House & Gardens
For nearly 500 years, the much-loved home of the Molesworth-St Aubyns, set in 50 acres of formal and woodland gardens.
Bodmin
Bodmin Jail
An all weather family attraction with licensed bar and restaurant, housing a museum in the last County Jail in Cornwall, closed in 1927.
Wadebridge
The Camel Trail
A hugely popular cycleway running from Padstow to Wadebridge and on to the foot of Bodmin Moor, along 17 miles of disused railway line.
Wadebridge
Bridge Bike Hire
Established in 1983, the original Camel Trail Cycle Hire Shop, located at the start of the Camel Trail.
Wadebridge
Sculpture Workshop
Workshops tailored to suit all abilities, from professionals to complete beginners - great fun!
Wadebridge
Camel Creek Adventure Park
A vibrant and welcoming Cornish visitor attraction, open all year round, offering huge rides, indoor entertainment and outdoor adventures.
Padstow
Prideaux Place
This stunningly beautiful Elizabethan manor house overlooks the picturesque fishing harbour of Padstow.
St Columb
Screech Owl Sanctuary
Meet a large collection of owl species from around the world and learn about owl conservation.
South Cornwall
Fowey
Lucy Daniel Guide
Get out and about in Cornwall's coast, countryside and communities with this experienced, award-winning guide.
Menheniot
Adrenalin Quarry
The UK's biggest Zip Wire, largest Swing and fresh water Coasteering, including the UK's only Blob.
Saltash
Port Eliot House & Gardens
The stately home of the Earl and Countess of St Germans, set in stunning gardens with wonderful heritage and art. Dogs welcome.
St Austell - Eden Project
SkyWire - Hangloose Adventure
From zip-wires to high ropes courses, family days out to team building and corporate events - an adventure for everyone!
St Austell
Eden Project
A living theatre of plants in the heart of Cornwall. See the stunning botanical gardens - a great day out for the whole family.
Fowey
Fowey River Hire
Self-drive boat hire on the River Fowey. Guided canoe expeditions, kayak and stand up paddle board hire.
St Austell
Wheal Martyn China Clay Museum
The UK's only China Clay Museum, with a historic trail through 19th century clay works, nature trail and children's play area.
St Austell
St Austell Brewery Visitor Centre
Walk through the Victorian Brewery and experience the whole brewing process, from the secret spring to fermentation.
St Austell
Charlestown Shipwreck & Heritage Museum
A "working" 18th century port, favoured by film makers, with square-rigged sailing ships often in the harbour.
St Austell
Kidzworld Cornwall
One 'all inclusive' price and over 54,000 sq ft of all-weather family fun - a leading indoor attraction in Cornwall.
St Austell
The Lost Gardens of Heligan
Over 80 acres of magnificent gardens, which until 1991 were lost and forgotten under seventy years of ivy, bramble and fallen timber.
Fowey
St Catherine's Castle
One of a pair of small artillery forts built by Henry VIII in the 1530s to defend Fowey Harbour.
St Mawes
Caerhays Estate
History and beauty on the Cornish Coast. A special place for lovers of Camellias, Magnolias and Rhododendrons.
St Mawes
St Mawes Castle
A charming and romantic castle proudly defending the world's third largest natural harbour and one of the prettiest villages in Cornwall.
Lostwithiel
Restormel Castle
A Motte and Bailey castle with a huge circular keep, sited on a hill above the River Fowey.
Looe
The Monkey Sanctuary
A great day out for the family, with wildlife gardens, a children's activity room, workshops, gift shop, cafe and picnic areas.
Looe
Lanreath Folk & Farm Museum Status unconfirmed - no link
Countryside museum showing all aspects of Cornwall's rural life.
Nr. Liskeard
Lower Lake Shooting Ground
Offering expert shooting tuition from English Open Champion Bill Moussalli.
Nr. Saltash
Cotehele House
One of Cornwall's finest country houses with many stories and legends - a magical experience where little has changed over the years.
Cornwall
Queue Jumpers
Discounted rates for things to do in Cornwall - cheaper than paying "on the door".
Torpoint
Mount Edgcumbe House & Country Park
The former home of the Earls of Mount Edgcumbe, set in Grade I Cornish Gardens within 865 acres on the Rame Peninsula.
Torpoint
Antony House
Still the home of the Carew Pole family after hundreds of years, this early 18th-century mansion holds fine collections of paintings, furniture and textiles.
Torpoint
Antony Woodland Garden
Runs along the Lynher estuary, one of only four international camellia gardens of excellence nationally, with magnolias, rhododendrons and sculpture.
Nr. Liskeard
Sterts Theatre
Open air theatre, gallery and craft shop - a fantastic venue for a summer evening!
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