Is one day enough for Kew Gardens?

It is a large garden and it partly depends on how much in to gardens you are. You could spend a couple of hours or an entire day. But when transport and a meal are factored in - plan on about 1/2 a day. Boats to Kew resume before Easter which is in March this year.



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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.

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The best things to see at Kew Gardens: my suggested route
  1. Kew Green. ...
  2. Enter Kew Gardens Elizabeth Gate. ...
  3. Take a peek at Kew Palace. ...
  4. Enjoy the Great Broad Walk Borders. ...
  5. The Hive. ...
  6. Princess of Wales Conservatory and Kitchen Gardens. ...
  7. Waterlily House. ...
  8. Palm House.


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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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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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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.

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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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Kew Gardens Entrances Visitors can access Kew Gardens via four entrance gates: Victoria Gate (TW9 3JR) Elizabeth Gate (TW9 3AB) Brentford Gate (TW9 3AF)

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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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Can I take my own food with me? Picnics are allowed throughout Kew Gardens, so you can bring your own food and enjoy an outdoor lunch or snack.

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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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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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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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Climb the 253 steps to the top of the Great Pagoda and marvel at spectacular views across London.

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