Is it worth going to Kew Gardens?

The park is certainly a lovely place with many things to see, depending on the season.. Refreshment facilities are good but again very pricey ... If you plan on visiting I would recommend taking a picnic ... and of course, a camera :-) The London Pass®: Unlimited access to 85+ top...



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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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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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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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Kew Gardens is a botanic garden in southwest London that houses the largest and most diverse botanical and mycological collections in the world.

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Kew is the location of the Royal Botanic Gardens (Kew Gardens), now a World Heritage Site, which includes Kew Palace. Kew is also the home of important historical documents such as Domesday Book, which is held at The National Archives.

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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.

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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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Etymology. The name Kew, recorded in 1327 as Cayho, is a combination of two words: the Old French kai (landing place; quay derives from this) and Old English hoh (spur of land). The land spur is formed by the bend in the Thames.

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Visiting during autumn means you get to truly appreciate the changing seasons and the crisp golden leaves. The Treetop Walkway is especially beautiful at this time of year.

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

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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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Walking gives you more time to enjoy the river than rowing! Re-cross the river at Kew Bridge, using the steps to climb up to the bridge, and down again on the opposite bank. (if wishing to visit the very interesting Kew Bridge Steam Museum, continue to the road junction and turn left).

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