Bougainvillea
It’s not the flowers that make this plant so colourful, it’s actually the magenta bracts.
Mediterranean Biome
Experience sights, scents and stories from the Mediterranean, California, South Africa and Western Australia in this breathtaking Biome.
With the sweet aromas of herbs in the air, you'll take an unforgettable journey through a paradise of brightly coloured flowers, gnarled olive trunks and bountiful vines.
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“ This Biome was our favourite, reminiscent of holidays on the continent and suggesting that some of those fruits, herbs and flowers we enjoy in Italy, Greece and Spain might just be grow-able here in the UK. ”
Gardens inside the Biome
Western Australia Garden
Explore the unique and colourful flora of Western Australia, which thrives on the Earth's oldest and most infertile soils.
South Africa Garden
Find towering aloes and enormous protea flowers in our recreation of the Fynbos (Afrikaans for 'fine bush').
Olives
Follow the golden path that winds among gnarled, ancient olive trees.
Perfume Garden
Inspired by Moorish gardens, this is a feast for the senses, with ever-changing aromas from the blooms of the season.
Citrus Grove
In our Citrus Grove, encounter fruits such familiar oranges and the bizarre Buddha's hand citron (pictured).
Enhance your visit with an Immersive Mediterranean Experience
Join our expert guide on a private tour to gain a deeper understanding of this wonderful Biome. This Premium Experience finishes with an intriguing tasting activity around our ancient olive trees.
Insider tips from our staff
The Rites of Dionysus sculpture
Tim Shaw’s sculptures depict the myth of Dionysus, Greek god of wine and merriment, and his followers, the Maenads, who dance and writhe through the grapevines.
Cork pig sculptures
Made out of cork oak bark by Heather Jansch, these life-sized pigs can be found rooting around the cork oak trees.
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Rainforest Biome
Explore our enormous indoor rainforest. Trek through the humid tropics via SE Asia, West Africa and South America.
What's on
Check this calendar for the huge range of events we run at various times throughout the year.
Ice skating
Lace up your skates! Cornwall's only ice rink is open throughout Christmas, including Boxing Day, and on selected dates right up until 23 February 2025.
Nature's Playground
Our spectacular natural adventure play area in our Outdoor Gardens is brimming with imaginative, sensory play.