3 Best Caves and Mines In Penzance Near Me | Day Out With The Kids

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    Best Caves and Mines In Penzance

    We've rounded up the best caves and mines in Penzance in our quest to discover brilliant family attractions and places to visit near you. There are 3 Penzance caves and mines to pick from.Alternatively, why not explore some other sightseeing days out nearby, including tourist attractions. Find the perfect places to go with your kids and get out on your next adventure!

    All the caves and mines we list are rated according to the ages they are suitable for, facilities and whether they are suitable for rainy days or best when the sun is shining.

    Many of the places we list are historic or educational in nature and would be suitable for class trips or as ways to keep the learning up whilst having fun over the school holidays.

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    Staff in costumes at Geevor Tin Mine in Penzance

    Geevor Tin Mine

    • Penzance
    • Indoor and Outdoor
    • Caves and Mines

    Interactive learning awaits at Geevor Tin Mine with hands on exhibits in the Hard Rock Museum, gold and gem panning for kids, and a trip underground!...

    Ages 0-12

    6.5 mi

    Outside view of Poldark Mine & Rural Open Air Museum in Helston

    Poldark Mine & Rural Open Air Museum(1)

    • Helston
    • Indoor and Outdoor
    • Caves and Mines

    Poldark Tin Mine - located in the picturesque Wendron Valley, is one of Cornwall's most important heritage sites, and contains what are believed to b...

    Ages 0-12

    13.2 mi

    Water in Carnglaze Caverns in Liskeard

    Carnglaze Caverns

    • Liskeard
    • Indoor and Outdoor
    • Caves and Mines

    Dig deep on a self-guided tour of Carnglaze Caverns - home to the history of the mining industry, faeries and a subterranean lake. There’s no turning...

    Ages 4+

    49.9 mi

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