How much time do I need at Kew Gardens?

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.



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How Much Time? It is suggested that most people take around three hours to explore the whole of the length of the Gardens. (It is about one mile across and takes about 40 minutes to walk across.)

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The easiest entrance for visitors coming from Kew Pier is Elizabeth Gate (postcode TW9 3AB). Elizabeth Gate is a 0.2 mile walk from Kew Pier across Kew Green.

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By tube. Kew Gardens station is 500m from Victoria Gate. It is in Zone 3 and is served by the District Line (Richmond branch) and London Overground.

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Picnics 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. We may occasionally need to close our restaurants for private events or essential maintenance.

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Standing 18 metres (59 feet) tall and 200 metres (656 feet) long, the walkway affords a stunning bird's eye view across the Gardens as well as offering an opportunity to experience the ecosystem of the forest canopy.

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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.

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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...

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The majority of past visitors leave Kew Gardens wishing they had more time to explore its many acres, so try to reserve at least a full afternoon to spend at the gardens (or two hours minimum).

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I would recommend spending at least four hours exploring the Kew Gardens. There is plenty to do and see, so you will have lots of opportunities to take in the stunning scenery while you walk around. You can even bring a picnic or grab lunch from one of the eateries located throughout the grounds.

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Kew Gardens I would say. It has an excellent children area (free but you need to book your time slot online). The children's area has a water bit - maybe bring some back up clothes! Plus Kew Gardens is just wonderful to wander around and all the tropical houses are brilliant.

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Top 11 Things To See At Kew Gardens
  1. #1: The Great Pagoda. Nestled within Kew Gardens is a true marvel of architecture and engineering, the Great Pagoda. ...
  2. #2: The Japanese Landscape. ...
  3. #5: Woodland Walk. ...
  4. #6: The Palm House. ...
  5. #7: The Marianne North Gallery. ...
  6. #9: The Hive. ...
  7. #3: Best Time To Visit Kew Gardens.


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The Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew is a world-leading scientific organisation, showcasing the largest living collection of plants and fungi in its 330-acre Garden just 30 minutes from central London.

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Daily, 10am to 4pm (last entry 3pm) Please check for planned closures and visitor notices before you visit.

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