Sands Resort Hotel

Cornwall always has been and always will be a fantastic choice for a family holiday. Apart from a day on the beach, building sandcastles, flying kites and splashing in the water, there are a host of great places to visit that will keep your little ones occupied and fascinated for hours on end.

We know from personal experience that some places are more suited for a family day out than others, so we've highlighted some of Cornwall's best family attractions for you on this page.

	Blue Reef Aquarium With over 40 naturally-themed displays from rocky Cornish shores to exotic coral reefs. Newquay’s award-winning Blue Reef Aquarium is the ultimate undersea safari. Enjoy close encounters with Giant Pacific octopus, seahorses and lobsters to cuttlefish, piranhas and caiman crocodiles. At the aquarium’s heart is a giant ocean tank with underwater walkthrough tunnel, home to hundreds of colourful fish, tropical sharks and Omiros the rescued loggerhead turtle. For more information visit www.bluereefaquarium.co.uk.
	Eden Project Dubbed the Eighth Wonder of the World by some, the Eden Project is a dramatic global garden housed in tropical biomes that nestle in a crater the size of 30 football pitches. With a worldwide reputation, Eden barely needs an introduction, but this epic destination definitely deserves a day of your undivided attention. More than just a huge, tropical garden, Eden is a gateway into the relationships between plants and people, and a fascinating insight into the story of mankind's dependence on plant life. www.edvenproject.com
	National Maritime Museum Celebrating the sea, boats and Cornwall, this multi award winning Museum not only has 15 galleries, over five floors beautifully illustrating the past, present and future of this island nation but also offers a number of stunning exhibitions.With hands-on activities every school holiday, talks, lectures, workshops, rotating events and exhibitions, there’s so much happening, don’t miss your chance for a visit. You’ll find more than you might expect. www.nmmc.co.uk
	Newquay Zoo Get closer to over 130 species at award winning Newquay Zoo. See the penguins relaxing in their pool, visit the creepiest crawlies and beautiful birds in the atmospheric tropical house, watch the big cats get their lunch and learn more about conservation – a perfect day out for the whole family! Exciting keeper talks as well as activity trails, animal encounters, face painting and children’s play area offer plenty to keep people of all abilities and ages occupied. A year long events programme has something for everyone! www.newquayzoo.org.uk

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If you would like to know more please speak to our receptionist or see our black board near the pool entrance which is being updated on a daily basis.