Photography permitsThis allows you to shoot in the Gardens during the Garden opening hours on a pre-arranged date. The permit does not include access to the Gardens and all visitors must pay the Garden entrance fee on arrival.
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Although it's easy to fill a whole day and more exploring Kew Gardens' 132-hectare (326 acres) site, it's recommended to spend at least three to four hours to make the most of the gardens.
Useful stuff to knowPicnics are allowed throughout the Gardens. Seating at cafes and restaurants is reserved for visitors that have purchased food and drink at one of our catering outlets.
The best time to visit Kew Gardens is early in the morning during the weekday to avoid overcrowding at the venue. Avoid visiting the Kew Gardens during weekends or public holidays as you can expect a maximum crowd during this period.
Once inside, the green houses are superb, the orangery is really nice, the tree walkway is brilliant and the Japanese Gateway a great place to recharge. I visited on a cold, crisp Sunday in February. It was very busy, so will be packed on a Summer Sunday.
Yes, for sure, but do not loose your ticket :-) Helpful? Helpful? Not normally a problem, just let them know on your way out - usually scan your ticket...
Try this 3.2-mile loop trail near Richmond upon Thames, London. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 5 min to complete. This is a popular trail for walking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.
Although it's easy to fill a whole day and more exploring Kew Gardens' 132-hectare (326 acres) site, it's recommended to spend at least three to four hours to make the most of the gardens.
What is Kew Gardens all about, you ask? Well, it includes more than 50,000 different plants in its living collection and over 7 million preserved specimens. It's not just a pretty space; it's a veritable treasure trove of plant-based knowledge, with over 750,000 volumes and illustrations contained in its library.
From badgers to woodpeckers, the Gardens are thriving with creatures great and small. Kew Gardens is home to 50,000 living plants, but it's also a haven for wildlife who play an important part in our thriving ecosystem.