The county of Cornwall sits on England's southwesterly tip and is home to a multitude of quaint towns and villages perfect for child-friendly holidays in Cornwall. We've narrowed down our top 10 picks for kid-friendly places to stay in Cornwall.
Fowey is a small town in southern Cornwall and offers an array of water-based activities, such as kayaking and boat trips.
Newquay is a popular family-friendly Cornish destination, famous for attracting novice and world-class surfers from across the globe.
If the kids have a creative streak, check out the town of St Ives, known for its lively art scene and seafront Tate St Ives gallery.
The town of Falmouth sits on the Cornish coastline and is best known for its interactive National Maritime Museum, a perfect attraction for curious kids.
Padstow is a charming fishing port town on Cornwall's northern coastline and boasts an array of golden beaches perfect for a relaxing family getaway.
A major market town in the far west of Cornwall, Penzance is full of sub-tropical gardens and beautiful coastal views.
Truro is the only true city in Cornwall, and makes a great family vacation spot for shopping, dining out, and exploring the countryside.
A historic Cornish town situated southwest of Bodmin Moor, Bodmin is a great spot for picnics and family adventures.
Looe is a small Cornish coastal town popular with families for its picturesque beaches and working fishing port.
Mevagissey is a quaint traditional fishing village home to an array of independent shops, fish restaurants, and an aquarium.
There's no shortage of activities for kids on offer across Cornwall, and you can rest assured that you'll easily find something to keep all the little ones busy. With so much choice out there, we've narrowed down our top 3 picks for toddler-friendly attractions in Cornwall.
The Eden Project is a world-famous Cornish visitor attraction popular with families from all corners of the globe. The Eden Biomes house spectacular tropical gardens, and there's plenty of outdoor space to let the kids run wild.
Treat the little ones to a day out at a real, working Cornish Dairy Farm, and make the most of the samples of award-winning ice cream on offer for a scrumptious day of family fun.
The Cornish Seal Sanctuary offers visitors exciting marine displays, talks, and feeding demonstrations with rescued seal pups.
| 💳 Highest rates | in August |
|---|---|
| 🥳 Busiest month | January |
| 🛏️ Popular accommodation types | Cottage and House rentals |
| 🌡️ Warmest weather | July and August |
| 🥶 Coldest weather | February and March |
| 🌧️ Rainiest months | 19 rainy days in December and November |
Vacation homes cost £32 per night in Cornwall.
Every Cottage is 113 m² on average, with the capacity of 5 guests - perfect for medium-sized groups and families.
There are a lot of options available when it comes to holiday rentals for Child-Friendly Holidays in Cornwall, with 7,527 Cottage and 3,045 House rentals on offer.
