Rainy Day Fun & Activities

Museums & Attractions

There is no shortage of attractions in Cornwall, many perfect for a rainy day family activity. Head to the National Maritime Museum in Falmouth or the Tate in St Ives or the award winning Telegraph Museum at Porthcurno, a surprisingly popular and fascinating experience.

The Eden Project is a popular go-to, it’s about 45 minutes away but has plenty for adults and children alike. Alternatively head underground to Geevor Mine or Poldark Mine, two great ways to experience the history of mining in Cornwall, including descending a mine shaft.

St Michael’s Mount in nearby Marazion is also a great choice whatever the weather, children love the castle, adults the garden, cafe and history.

Animals Galore

We’re incredibly lucky to be surrounded by great wildlife as well as some great places to see animals. The renowned Seal Sanctuary is 20 minutes away in Gweek and is a great place to get up close to seals and see the great work this charity does. Alternatively, brave the elements and hope to see them in the wild up at Godrevy near the lighthouse there is a fabulous viewing spot where seals bask on the inaccessible beach below.

Newquay Zoo and Paradise Park are two places children love. Paradise Park is only a 20 minute drive away and has an indoor play Jungle Barn too as well as parrots and other exotic birds.

Wet & Wild

Some would argue if it rains the best thing to do is to embrace it! So grab your wetsuit or wellies and enjoy the wilder side of Cornwall.

Surfing, bodyboarding and other watersports activities are just as much fun come rain or shine. Speak to Global Boarders for great surf lessons with some of the UKs best instructors.

There are some great walks when it’s wild too, be it around nearby Penrose between Helston and Porthleven, if you end up in Porthleven you will be spoilt for choice with food too.