Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew Greater London
About the Business
The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew are one of the most iconic and prestigious establishments in the United Kingdom. Located in the picturesque city of Richmond, these gardens are renowned for their stunning displays of plants and flowers from around the world. As a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew are both a park and point of interest for all nature lovers, horticultural enthusiasts, and tourists alike.
With over 50,000 living plants from wild habitats and ornamental landscapes, this institution consists of four unique gardens - the Palm House, the Princess of Wales Conservatory, the Waterlily House and the Davies Alpine House. Visitors can enjoy a leisurely stroll through the various walkways and pathways or take guided tours of the gardens to learn about the various species on display.
One of the main attractions of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew is undoubtedly the iconic Palm House. This Victorian glasshouse is a marvel of engineering and contains some of the world's most remarkable palm trees, including the African Oil Palm and the Golden Palm. The Princess of Wales Conservatory is another must-see, which houses over 10 different climatic zones and over 2,000 species of plants.
The institution also hosts important research facilities and educational programs that allow individuals to learn more about the environment, biology, and conservation efforts. With its rich history and immaculate gardens, the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew provides an unparalleled experience to its visitors. A trip to these gardens is an essential part of any visit to the United Kingdom and a must-visit for those who love nature, botanicals, or simply wish to experience a place of serene beauty.
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Hours open
Monday:
10:00 - 19:00
Tuesday:
10:00 - 19:00
Wednesday:
10:00 - 19:00
Thursday:
10:00 - 19:00
Friday:
10:00 - 19:00
Saturday:
11:00 - 19:00
Sunday:
11:00 - 19:00
Reviews
"My girlfriend became a member and she has visited the gardens many a time and told me to come check out the Mexican day of the dead display. I thought I do love an event with skulls and I wasn't disappointed at all. It was a great display and they had plenty of skulls. I saw some skull candles and they sadly weren't for sale, they need to get some for sale. The gardens of course are amazing the range of floral and fauna is spread over a large area and you need to wear comfortable shoes and clothing as the green houses are very hot and they are so beautifully maintained. You can spend many hours in here watching all the flowers and plants which are so beautifully done. I loved it here and it's worth going if you love a wonderful garden. I highly recommend here and I will attach my photos for you to enjoy. Please press like if you found my review helpful. Cheers"
"Need a whole day to take everything in! This garden is huge! Be prepared to do lots of walking. With so much to see, one needs a whole day to see everything this place has to offer. We used London Pass for admission, if we bought tickets there, it would be around £50 for two adults and one child. Not that expensive compared to other attractions, and I think you get more out of it. We took the the Underground and got off at Kew Gardens station. My son particularly liked the children’s play area which had a climbing structure (we spent an hour there). There is a cafe close by the playground and we got baked goods to tide him over. The Hive is also something I recommend experiencing, it’s an art piece that mimics a beehive. You have to see it for yourself. Just walking around and admiring the size and beauty of the plants and trees is already a great experience in itself. All in all we spent around 3 hours, which is definitely not enough, and would totally come back again."
"Beautiful Botanical Garden in Kew. This is such a huge garden with so many varieties of trees, plants, flowers, fruits, vegetables from all around the world. Amazing experience. Must visit and is walking distance from Kew station. There are some places in the garden where u get the feeling of being in a tropical country with even the temperatures being humid. Superb"
"It's a very beautiful place and fantastic for families and friends. Because of the sheer size of this place, it's not crowded. Facilities are fantastic, and there are a number of cafes around. I definitely recommend Kew Gardens for a fun day out. If I lived closer to it, I would have bought a yearly pass. I would definitely recommend Kew Gardens to everyone, at least for one visit."
"A really fantastic and stunning place to visit. There's something for absolutely everyone and you really don't have to be into horticulture to enjoy it. Trying to see absolutely everything in any degree of detail in one visit might be a bit too much, it would take several hours to get round. Treating it as a nice place to go for a walk might be a little bit more realistic. That said, it's quite hard to get information on what you're seeing and to seek out interesting facts. Digital or interactive screens spread around could really help with this. Or perhaps just the option for patrons to scan QR codes. There are occasional plaques with in-depth details, but it's just not quick, easy or fun to consume. Presentations, videos or even an option for augmented reality could really make this something super engaging. Lastly, and up to £20 for an adult, it really is incredibly expensive for a day visit. I completely appreciate the huge amount of upkeep maintenance required and also the peak season will, I'm sure, attract plenty of people willing and able to pay this rate or even higher. However, outside of this period It just doesn't seem that busy and I'm sure I'm more attractive. Price could be offset by an uptick in volume. It would be great if people could come, not just to see Kew gardens but to meet and enjoy social occasions in the stunning grounds."
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