The Eden Project
St Austell, Cornwall
About The Eden Project
Planning an adventure in Cornwall? Experience the sights, sounds and smells of the jungle as you walk through the oceanic islands, Malaysia, West Africa and tropical South America in the biggest indoor rainforest in the UK! This beautiful tourist attraction is an actual rainforest in captivity, packed full of fascinating things to do and see.
The Eden Project demonstrates and inspires positive action for the planet. A global garden, educational charity and social enterprise all in one.
Outdoor Cinema at Eden Project
Snuggle up under the stars at the Eden Project’s Outdoor Cinema. With a mix of family favourites and blockbuster hits screened against the stunning biomes, it’s a magical way to enjoy a summer’s evening. Check out The Greatest Showman Sing-A-Long (30th May), Queen Spectacular (31st May) and The Goonies (1st June). Bring a blanket, grab some popcorn, and let the movie magic begin!
Things To Do At The Eden Project
The world-famous Eden Project is nestled in a giant 50-metre deep crater the size of 30 football pitches - cor blimey! It forms the centrepiece of a spectacular global garden. Explore 20-acres of outdoor gardens, indoor rainforests, and gigantic covered Biomes.
The Biomes
At the Eden Project, you can take your kids around the world, from the Mediterranean to the rainforest, without leaving the UK. They’ll love Eden’s space-age Biomes, weird and wonderful plants, intriguing artworks and inventive play spaces. Including Nature’s Playground, Eden’s spectacular adventure play area, brimming with imaginative, sensory play.
Kids of all ages find a day out at Eden fun and thought-provoking. On their Eden adventure, they'll connect with nature in new and surprising ways, from walking through rainforest clouds to clambering in our massive Minibeast Mansion, and they'll gain inspiration and practical tips on how to look after our beautiful planet.
Then explore the Mediterranean Biome, where you'll see, smell and hear stories about the natural environment in the Mediterranean, California, South Africa and West Australia! Dive deep into an electric experience as you explore a paradise of colourful flowers and flourishing and arid plants. Learn about the plants that you see day to day as well as the weird and the wacky in places you've never been to! Appreciate the beauty of the natural world, learn about the relationships between plants and how we have a dependence on plant life as they all contribute to this beautiful ecosystem!
The Core - Education Centre
The Core, Eden's Education Centre, is home to the Seed, a sculpture made from a single piece of granite that weighs as much as ten elephants. The Core is also the place to see exhibitions that show the importance of the world of plants as well as different films, talks and children's workshops.
Play Areas
There are various play areas around the site. Eden have created inspirational spaces for kids, as outdoor play can improve health, imagination, cognitive skills and self-esteem. Play areas include the Minibeast Mansion and Nature’s Playground, opened in 2023 – a spectacular natural adventure play area brimming with imaginative, sensory play. Its bespoke design and joyful handcrafted details makes for a play experience like no other.
Family Fun Activities
There are also a variety of exciting activities on offer, with ice skating through the winter as well as exciting events throughout the year to celebrate the seasons.
Be sure to use the link below to plan your day! There's a lot to fit in, and the average family visit is just over 4 hours! During school holidays, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday tend to be the busiest days, but there's room for everyone!
The Eden Project makes for a fabulous visitor attraction that should be on your list to visit!
Why We Think Families Should Visit The Eden Project
The Eden Project is a feast for the senses and can be experienced in so many different ways, whether you’re looking for calming immersion in nature or a fun-packed day of adventure and family fun.
All General Admission tickets come with a free Annual Pass. Pay once, visit for a year.
Explore The Rainforest Biome
Step into the UK largest indoor rainforest, featuring lush jungle paths, waterfalls, and tropical plants from across the globe.
Brave The Canopy Walkway
Take an exhilarating journey high above the treetops in the Rainforest Biome, offering breathtaking views and interactive exhibits about rainforest life.
Explore The Outdoor Gardens
Wander through beautiful outdoor gardens, from wildflower meadows to Mediterranean landscapes, showcasing diverse plant life and seasonal blooms.
Facilities
Toilets
Gift Shop
Onsite Parking
Accessible Toilets
Baby Changing
Food Available
Wheelchair Friendly
Dog Friendly
Pushchair Friendly
Opening Times
- Monday, 10:00 - 17:00
- Tuesday, 10:00 - 17:00
- Wednesday, 10:00 - 17:00
- Thursday, 10:00 - 17:00
- Friday, 10:00 - 17:00
- Saturday, 10:00 - 17:00
- Sunday, 10:00 - 17:00
Pricing & Tickets
- Child (4-16) : £12.00
- Adult (17-18+) : £32.50
General
Adult (26+) £38.00 online/£42.00 on the door
Young Person (17-25) £32.50 online/£36.50 on the door
Child (5-16) £12.00 online/£16.00 on the door
Child (under 5) free
Locals' Pass prices:
Residents of Cornwall and Devon save up to 45%. Unlimited entry to our Biomes, Gardens, seasonal events, art exhibits and free daily tours for one year.
Adult (26+): from £22.95
Student/Young Adult (17–25) from: £14.95
Family: from £39.95
Child: from £9.95
Membership prices:
Unlimited entry for you and one guest to our Biomes, Gardens, seasonal events, art exhibits and free daily tours for one year. 10% off in our shops and cafes. Priority booking and parking, free events and more.
Adult from: £77.50
Adult (60+) from: £72.50
Family from: £112.50
Book in advance for cheapest tickets
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Plan Your Visit
Typical visit time more than 5 hours
Suitable for Kids and Adults too
Food & Drink Options
Families love eating here as the food is sustainably & locally sourced too!
You can eat in or take away from The Biome Eden Kitchen, The Little Lunchbox, and the Ice Cream Parlour! Sink your teeth into an Indian flatbread. Go all out with a delicious burger or a scrumptious burrito. Treat your little ones to ice cream and sorbet infused with the delicious fruits of the rainforest.
FAQs
Parking
Toilets
Family Friendly Options
Food & Drink
Accessibility Information
Tickets & Bookings
Private Hire & Birthday Parties
Public Transport
Contact Details
Transport Information
By Car:
The Eden Project Cornwall has FREE PARKING - whoop! There are lots of car park spaces to choose from and visitors are welcome to park their motorhomes or campervans in the car park too. Large vehicles can be accommodated in the coach car park if need be. The best postcode to use for your Sat nav is PL24 2SG. You cannot park overnight.
There are also three fast electric vehicle charging points (7.2kW) in the Banana car park, which are free of charge for visitors to use and operate on a first-come, first-served basis.
By Bus:
For bus services, the No.27 bus arrives directly at the Eden Project, find more info here.
By Train:
If you are travelling via train you'll be glad to know the Eden Project is just a few miles from St Austell train station - this is on the main line from London Paddington. You can also catch the train to Luxulyan, Bugle or Par, for a more scenic journey or to continue your trip on foot or bike.
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