Useful information for your visit to the Eden Project
The Eden Project is a place to enjoy the wonders of nature with all five of your senses. There's plenty to do for everyone; from adrenaline junkies to foodies and culture seekers, all in the midst of a majestic and revitalising verdant landscape.
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1. Med Terrace Restaurant
Located in the Mediterranean Biome, here you can enjoy the fresh flavours of southern Europe and northern Africa whilst surrounded by the sights and scents of the region all year round. All Eden Project restaurants and bars serve seasonal, local food that has been responsibly sourced.
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2. Eden Sessions
Each summer the Project hosts a series of blockbuster concerts, and in the past big names like Lily Allen, Kaiser Chiefs, Blondie, and even Skrillex have performed before a backdrop of stunning sunsets and illuminated biomes.
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3. SkyWire
Thrillseekers can admire the Project from above as they soar at up to 95km per hour on the longest and fastest zip line in England. If that's not enough action for you, there's also a 25m free fall and a 12m base jump.
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4. Eve sculpture
Formed of clay and covered with moss, this giant living sculpture appears to grow straight from the ground, and is one of the many pieces of artwork hidden around the Project grounds.
Best things to do near the Eden Project
Cornwall is packed with exciting destinations that are within easy reach from hotels near Eden Project. There's plenty of natural sights, historic ruins, and quaint seaside towns to complete your trip to this beautiful peninsula.
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1. The Lost Gardens of Heligan
Another botanical garden in the more traditional sense, it's home to Europe's only pineapple pit and feels like visiting a Victorian secret garden.
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2. Tintagel Castle
Long associated with the legend of King Arthur, this is a medieval fortification located on an island with ancient castle ruins that make it exciting to explore.
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3. St. Ives
This coastal city has a working harbour, a thriving art scene, and the mildest climate in the UK in which to enjoy the surfing and white sand at Porthminster beach.
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4. Minack Theatre
Between Land's End and Penzance lies this beautiful open-air theatre, which looks out over the Atlantic Ocean and is the ultimate venue to see classic plays from England and around the world.