The Eden Project is the global education charity built in a former china-clay pit near St Austell — two enormous geodesic biomes housing the world’s largest indoor rainforest and the Mediterranean climates of California, South Africa and the Med, surrounded by 30 acres of outdoor gardens. It’s a genuinely impressive piece of engineering and one of the most well-thought-out family days out in the south-west.
Visitor essentials
- Address: Bodelva, Par, PL24 2SG, Cornwall
- Operator: Eden Project Limited — live opening hours and prices
- OS map: OS Explorer 107 — St Austell & Liskeard, Fowey & LooeBuy from OS →
What to expect on a family visit
Plan for a full day. The Rainforest Biome is properly hot and humid (35°C+) — wear layers and bring water. SkyWire (zip wire across the site, ages 8+) and Hangloose the giant swing are extra-paid; pre-book online. The on-site café and restaurant are good. Pre-booking saves on the gate price and is essential in school holidays. Open year-round.
Eating at The Eden Project
The Med Terrace Restaurant — The Eden Project
Mediterranean restaurant beneath the palm trees. Small plates from £4, mains from £13. Underneath the towering palms. ℹ️ No booking required, walk-in only.
Today: Open 12:00–15:00.
| Mon–Sun | 12:00–15:00 |
|---|
Verified against the operator's official page. Hours change seasonally — check the operator's page before visiting. (Last verified more than 3 months ago — confirm before visiting.)
The Stage Café — The Eden Project
Family café on the main site. Burgers, gyros, loaded fries. Hot drinks and snacks. Family-friendly, baby-changing.
Today: Open 10:00–17:00.
| Mon–Sun | 10:00–17:00 |
|---|
Verified against the operator's official page. Hours change seasonally — check the operator's page before visiting. (Last verified more than 3 months ago — confirm before visiting.)
The Visitor Centre Café — The Eden Project
Quick-bite café at the main entrance. Pasties, sandwiches, soup, poke bowls. Ethically-sourced coffee. Open all day for grab-and-go.
Today: Open 10:00–17:00.
| Mon–Sun | 10:00–17:00 |
|---|
Verified against the operator's official page. Hours change seasonally — check the operator's page before visiting. (Last verified more than 3 months ago — confirm before visiting.)
The Eden Project also has a smaller café in the Core (seasonal — typically open during school-holiday periods).
0 Comments