If you are planning on taking a holiday in Cornwall this year then the Eden Project is one attraction you shouldn’t miss. If you’ve ever wondered what walking in a tropical rainforest would be like ( without the dangerous insects and reptiles ) then you can enjoy the world’s’s biggest greenhouse. The nearest large city to the Eden Project is St Austell but there are lots of places close by to remain should you would like to visit.

The greenhouses are built inside a large clay pit. Although the greenhouses themselves are the main attraction there are a bunch of things to see outside if the weather is suitable. When you enter the project you’ll be met by the two main greenhouses, a number of smaller gardens and in some cases a stage where shows occur across the year. You check the Eden project web site for more info on the location and times of shows before your visit.

The biggest greenhouse is the tropical one and this is what most of the people come to see. As the name implies this is where all of the tropical and exotic plants are kept including pineapple plants, coffee and bamboo. Due to the environment that these plants require the greenhouse is kept at a warm temperature all year around so make sure you wear light clothes. The Eden Project is kept open throughout the entire year so if you are visiting on a cold day bring a jumper or coat that can be simply removed.

The second greenhouse is crammed with Mediterranean plants. While it isn’t quite as sizeable as its tropical opposite number there is still plenty to see inside including a variety of plants and sculptures. There’s also a relatively new attraction called The Core which is aimed at teaching youngsters about the climate, plants and general environmental concerns. The Core building in itself is worth seeing as it’s made in a method to mimic plant life.

Although taking a look at plants in a greenhouse might not sound like the most inspiring trip for children you will be surprised by the amount the Eden Project has to give. Except for the natural interest that youngsters have in the environment and plants there are loads of other attractions including play areas and workshops. There’s also The Core which includes hands on experiments and attractions for children. There’ll always be something for the kids to do and they’re guaranteed to enjoy the trip.

The Eden project is definitely worth visiting regardless of if you aren’t staying nearby. If it is one of the attractions that you definitely wish to see then it makes sense to search for a holiday cottage in Cornwall that is’s comparatively close though. The closest major town is St Austell but the attraction is within driving distance of Newquay, Padstow and Bodmin. It’s always a good idea to check the journey time before booking a villa or house though as the journey from the far corner of Cornwall is a long one. This is especially critical if you have young children.