What's in the Gardens

Get closer to nature and uncover the science behind our plants and glasshouses with this handy list of must-see features.

View of a garden with multiple beds full of plants and purple flowers, backed by a red brick wall, and a clam shell-like glasshouse in the distance

Trails at Kew Gardens

From the perfect first date to seasonal family activities, get the most out of your visit to Kew with our tailored trails.

Attractions A - Z

  • Visitors walk over the Lake Crossing

    Lake and Crossing

    Curve your way across our Lake to admire the surrounding trees and wildlife.
  • Paintings from the Illustrations and Artefacts Collection

    Library and Archives

    Discover nearly 2,000 years of plant knowledge in one of the most extensive botanical libraries in the world.
  • Paintings on display in the Marianne North Gallery at Kew

    Marianne North Gallery

    Travel the world through the paintings of the extraordinary Marianne North – an unsung pioneer in botanical art.
  • King William's Temple in the Mediterranean Garden

    Mediterranean Garden and King William's Temple

    Visit our Mediterranean habitat and discover its incredible plant diversity.
  • Bug hotel in the Natural Area

    Natural Area 

    Weave your way into the wildness of Kew’s Natural Area, 37 acres of classic woodland.
  • Kew Gardens iconic palm house in spring time

    Palm House

    Explore this remarkable indoor rainforest and discover tropical plants from some of the most threatened environments in the world.
  • View of species from the dry tropics in the Princess of Wales Conservatory

    Princess of Wales Conservatory

    Travel from the deserts to the tropics with a trip through this glassy wonderland.
  • Cherub statue in the Queen's Garden at Kew

    Queen’s Garden 

    Enjoy an elegant walk back in time in this 17th century idyll.
  • Rhododendron Dell

    Rhododendron Dell

    Enjoy the fragrances and rich textures of the magnificent rhododendron.
  • Alpine plants in the Rock Garden

    Rock Garden

    A dramatic valley carved through the landscape with wild-collected plants from six mountainous regions of the world.
  • Pink and white roses in the Rose Garden

    Rose Garden

    Wander through our stunning Rose Garden and inhale the scent of hundreds of roses.
  • Kew Palace, Historic Royal Palaces

    Royal Treasures

    Step back in time to explore the 17th century elegance of Kew Palace or the rustic charm of Queen Charlotte's Cottage.

What's on right now

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
Included with entry

Of the Oak

A digital artwork revealing nature's hidden worlds.
3 May to 28 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

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