Planning a day out with little ones? Under 5s enjoy FREE entry to the National Maritime Museum Cornwall, and when you buy adult standard admission it’s valid for free return visits for a year.
That means endless opportunities to return whenever your tiny adventurers need their next taste of maritime adventure. From pirates and rescue heroes to boats and sea creatures, there’s something to captivate every curious mind.
Minnows Tales (Term-time Mondays)
Every Monday during term time, gather for Minnows Tales storytelling and singing sessions designed especially for under 5s. It’s the perfect gentle activity for younger children.
Minnows Makes (Monthly)
Our monthly Minnows Makes craft sessions are tailored specifically for preschoolers, offering creative maritime-themed activities that little hands can manage and enjoy.
School Holiday Magic
During school holidays, we pull out all the stops with specially commissioned theatre shows, crafting activities, and exciting events. There’s always something new to discover, making every visit different from the last. See What’s On here.
Museum Trails
Our regularly changing trails send families on adventures throughout the galleries. Find the clues, solve the puzzles, and win your prize – perfect for keeping under 5s engaged and exploring.
We know that visiting museums with preschoolers requires a bit of planning, so we’ve made things easy:
Ready for Adventure?
With free entry for under 5s and year-long admission tickets for everyone else, there’s never been a better time to discover why families across Cornwall and beyond make the National Maritime Museum their go-to destination for maritime adventure.
Set your course for National Maritime Museum Cornwall – where little explorers become pirates, rescue heroes, sailors, and so much more.
Book your tickets and start your maritime adventure today!
National Maritime
Museum Cornwall Trust
Discovery Quay
Falmouth Cornwall
TR11 3QY
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Tel: +44(0)1326 313388
Email: enquiries@nmmc.co.uk
