Kew Gardens

Discover the world of science behind our botanical collections, with over 50,000 living plants to be found across our UNESCO World Heritage site.

The plants of the Palm house growing around a pathway through the greenery

Keeping cool at Kew: The Gardens offer many areas of natural shade and public drinking fountains throughout. Please see our map or speak to staff upon entry to help you plan a comfortable visit. Please remember to stay hydrated and wear sunscreen during this hot weather. 

Book tickets

Get the best value tickets by booking online. Find out more about tickets and prices.

Opening times

Weekdays, 10am to 7pm (last entry 6pm)
Weekends and Bank Holidays, 10am to 8pm (last entry 7pm)

Getting here

Only 30 mins from Central London. Our four gates can be accessed by rail, bus or river. Parking is limited.

Become a member

Enjoy unlimited entry, special discounts, and exclusive access to events, behind-the-scenes tours and expert talks.

Eating and drinking

Enjoy tasty seasonal food and drink at our cafés and restaurants. Takeaway, indoor and outdoor seating available.

Shopping

Our shops are crammed with gorgeous homeware, award-winning books, stationery and gift ideas.

Plants

Our incredible living plant collections are among the largest and most diverse in the world.

We have a few dos and don'ts in place to keep everyone happy. Please also check our planned closures before your visit to avoid disappointment.

What's on

Included with entry

Of the Oak

A digital artwork revealing nature's hidden worlds.
3 May to 28 September 2025
Included with entry | Exhibitions | Family friendly

The Power of Trees

Uncover the secrets of the forest in this new exhibition.
12 April to 14 September 2025
Tours and talks | Family friendly

Kew Explorer land train

Enjoy a guided tour around the Gardens on the Kew Explorer land train and learn about Kew's flora and fauna, historic buildings and vital conservation work.
Daily from 11am
Dark yellow sunflower petals viewed from the side

Kew needs you

If you love Kew, help us conserve the world’s plants and fungi and protect the millions of lives that depend on them.

Read & watch

Lucombe Oak
Play
7 August 2025

Oak trees: Kew's living legends

Eddie Johnston
A small camphor tree, surrounded by netting
6 August 2025

Continuing Hiroshima’s Green Legacy

Jessica Hayne
Drone shot of Loder valley at Wakehurst. The woodland is green with a river running through. Th sky is slightly grey and moody

Visit Wakehurst

Explore our wild botanic garden in Sussex, with 500 acres of ornamental gardens, woodlands and a nature reserve.

Browse our online shop

15% off your first order in our Kew Online Shop. Free UK standard delivery over £50.