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Great ideas for things to do in Cornwall on a wet, rainy day

At National Maritime Museum Cornwall there are all sorts of indoor activities that can make rainy days in Cornwall fun. We’re an award-winning attraction offering some of the best things to do on wet days, with 15 galleries across 5 floors, interactive displays, hands-on experiences, and indoor play areas.

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Looking for wet-weather activities in Cornwall on a rainy day?

The Flying Flotilla at National Maritime Museum Cornwall. Boats hang from the ceiling in the Boat Hall.Explore our galleriesExplore the influence of the sea on history and culture in 15 galleries set across five floors.
A photograph of children, taken from above, as they look through the underwater windows of the Tidal Zone at National Maritime Museum Cornwall.Tidal ZoneIf you stand here long enough, you’ll see the tide rise and fall. You never know what you’ll find swimming through the water or climbing along the other side of the glass.
Digital art with the text 'Skull Island Play Zone' in the centre, with a skull on top of a treasure chest directly underneath. On the left, a pirate ship is out at sea, while on shore there are two skulls, some gold coins half buried in the sand, three palm trees and a sword. On the left, a pirate swings from a rope attached to a tree.Skull Island Play ZoneLet imaginations run wild in the Skull Island Play Zone. Become a pirate and captain your crew from the quarterdeck while keeping watch for intruders!
A view of cafe tables in Waterside Cafe at National Maritime Museum Cornwall, the windows show a view to Falmouth Harbour.CaféWith spectacular views over Falmouth's magnificent harbour, the Waterside Cafe is a popular port of call for visitors.
A small child smiles while sitting on an RNLI Quad Bike on display in the Rescue Zone at National Maritime Museum Cornwall.Under 5s Go Free at National Maritime Museum CornwallPlanning a family day out with kids? Children under 5 enjoy FREE entry to the National Maritime Museum Cornwall.
A visitor looks at an interactive screen as they explore the Boat Hall at National Maritime Museum CornwallPay Once, Visit Free for a YearMuseum admission gives you a year of unlimited access to one of Cornwall's premier award-winning attractions.
The RNLI Rescue Zone at National Maritime Museum Cornwall. Children are playing on a lifeguard jet ski and another child is playing in a life raft.RNLI Rescue ZoneDress up as a life guard and climb aboard a real RNLI quad bike, inshore rescue boat and a rescue water craft.
A family of adults and children stand at the side of an indoor pool watching model boats float across the surface.Boat PoolRace a model boat race across the Boat Pool.
The Cornish Quayside Gallery at National Maritime Museum Cornwall, with authentic display of fishing equipment and objects.Cornish QuaysideEnjoy an exhibition full of interactive and story-telling displays. Listen to tales of the lives of Cornish fishermen in their own words. Find out how sails were traditionally made and explore how pilchards were pressed in our reconstruction of a pilchard cellar.

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Two actors on stage at Escape from Treasure Island at National Maritime Museum Cornwall.What's On

Exhibitions, live performances, events and activities throughout the year.

Aerial photograph of the Museum, with Discovery Quay to the right and the harbour to the left.Tickets

Buy standard admission to visit National Maritime Museum Cornwall free for a year.

The Flying Flotilla at National Maritime Museum Cornwall. Boats hang from the ceiling in the Boat Hall.Explore our galleries

15 galleries, over five floors: exploring the influence of the sea on history and culture

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Discovery Quay
Falmouth Cornwall
TR11 3QY

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National Maritime Museum
Cornwall Trust
Discovery Quay
Falmouth
Cornwall
TR11 3QY

Tel: +44(0)1326 313388

Email: enquiries@nmmc.co.uk