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7 Top Things To Do In Cornwall On a Rainy Day

Raining outside? Whether it’s your first time here, or you’re a local looking to explore something new, here are some things to do in Cornwall when rain hits!

Carnglaze Caverns

Cavern
Carnglaze Caverns

Carnglaze Caverns is one of Cornwall’s and Devon’s finest underground all-weather family tourism attractions, experiencing a portion of Cornwall’s Industrial Heritage in a stunning 8-acre old oak forest environment. You will have a self-guided underground tour to learn about the mine’s operation, finishing at the Underground Lake, which has crystal pure blue/green water. Definitely one of the top things to do in Cornwall!

Eden Project – St Austell

rainforest in captivity
Eden Project – St Austell

The Eden Project, a non-profit educational organisation, links people with one another and with the living environment, examining how we may work together to create a better future. Massive Biomes, home to the world’s biggest rainforest in captivity, as well as beautiful flora, exhibits, and tales serve as a background to our striking modern gardens, summer concerts, and thrilling year-round family activities.

Blue Reef Aquarium

Blue Reef Aquarium
Blue Reef Aquarium

Over 40 naturally themed habitats take you on a fantastic journey from local waters to exotic seas. Our interactive educational experience offers fun learning opportunities for all ages.

Pirate Adventure Golf Newquay

Pirate Adventure Golf Newquay
Pirate Adventure Golf Newquay

Pop-up Pirate Adventure Golf! Pirate’s Quest has put an exciting new spin on their buccaneering visitor experience. The pirate crew has been hard at work transforming the indoor attraction into a swashbucklin’ pirate-themed pop-up golf adventure.

Truro Cathedral

Cathedral
Truro Cathedral

Visit one of England’s Gothic style Cathedral dating back to the 1800’s – forming a spectacular backdrop to the city of Truro.

Newquay Zoo

red panda
Newquay Zoo

Get close to over 1,000 of the world’s rarest and endangered animals at Newquay Zoo! Located on the north coast of Cornwall, surrounded by 13 acres of lush tropical gardens it’s a visitor attraction where you can run wild, explore and release your inner animal.

Tate St. Ives

Tate St. Ives
Tate St. Ives

Inspiring art and breath-taking scenery meet at Tate St Ives: perched above Porthmeor Beach with views across the Atlantic Ocean. Visit one of the Tate branches located in St Ives for your family’s dose of modern art- again just steps away from the beach, handy if you’ve found yourself on a drizzling beach – always worth a visit to its unique exhibitions.

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