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Explore the world’s most beautiful garden
Delve into an exotic rainforest in England.The Palm House is the most iconic glasshouse in the world.
Plan a day full of breathtaking sights with a group visit to Kew Gardens.
Wander through extensive gardens under glass reaching up to 27°C and stroll a soaring walkway amidst tree canopies.
Step inside Britain’s most intimate royal palace; Kew Palace, the family home of King George III.
See collections of botanical art in two fascinating galleries. Discover 250 years of royal history as you explore London’s largest World Heritage Site.
Check www.kew.org/groups for prices and booking forms.
Be amazed by giant lily pads.
Each one strong enough to support a
ten-year-old child.
Find yourself surrounded by
colourful floral displays.Our annual orchid
festival is the perfect way to warm up
in winter.
Will you enjoy Kew as much as King
George III, Queen Charlotte and their 15 children? Explore Kew Palace and the
Royal Kitchens.
Floor-to-ceiling paintings.
The Marianne North Gallery is a treasure
house filled with 833 paintings documenting
the artist’s travels.
See 30,000 different kinds of
plants indoors and out.The Palm House is one
of our great glasshouses displaying rare plants
from around the world.
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OrangeryRestaurant
Pavilion RestaurantClosed in winter months
White Peaks Café & Shop
Victoria Plaza Café & Shop
ELIZABETHGATE
LION GATE
BRENTFORD GATE
VICTORIAGATE
Princess of Wales Conservatory
Palm HousePalm House
Temperate HouseClosed for restoration
Davies Alpine House
Rhizotron and Xstrata Treetop Walkway
JapaneseGateway
Pagoda
Ruined Arch
Marianne NorthGallery
King William’s Temple
Berberis Dell
Temple ofBellona
MediterraneanGarden
The Shirley Sherwood Gallery of Botanical Art
Plants + PeopleExhibition
Duke’s Garden
Plant Family Beds
Kew GardensGallery
GrassGarden
SecludedGarden
Templeof Aeolus
WoodlandGarden
Rock Garden
Rose Garden
Aquatic Garden
Ginkgo
Bonsai House,Student Vegetable Plots
Temple ofArethusa
Waterlily House
Holly Walk
Aquatic display
Queen’s Garden
Rhododendron Dell
Minka House
QueenCharlotte’s
CottageWeekends April – Sept
Bamboo Garden
Sackler Crossing
Woodland Glade
Waterlily PondPinetum
Azalea GardenMagnolias
Compost HeapRedwood Grove
WildlifeObservation Centre
Winter Garden
Wollemi pine
Glasshouse walkwayMarine Aquarium
Palm HouseParterre
The Gardens cover 132 ha (326 acres).Elizabeth Gate to the Pagoda is approximately 1.6 km (1 mile).
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PAGODA VISTA
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Kew Gardens Station 0.5 km(District Line & London Overground)
Kew Bridge Station 0.8 kmacross Kew Bridge(South West Trains)
Towpath to Kew Pierand boats
Via Kew Green and Ferry Lane –Cars/motorbikes only Via Kew Green and Ferry Lane –Cars/motorbikes only
Coaches set down point
ConservationArea
Kew Palace& Royal Kitchens
April – Sept
BROAD W
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Relax aboard the Kew ExplorerTake a 40-minute tour with live commentary. Hop on and off at seven stops to reach every corner of the 132 hectare site.
Get an insider’s view Book a guided walking tour for an extra special visit. Hear stories of Kew’s royal past and discover the work of scientists today.
Contact usFor help planning your visit and booking information, please contact us:Tel. 0208 332 5648 Email: [email protected] www.kew.org/groups
Kew Gardens is located in Kew, Richmond, Surrey, TW9 3AB. It is less than five minutes from the M4 motorway and less than 15 minutes from the M25. The group bookings office can advise on coach and minibus parking options and convenient drop-off points.
Kew Gardens is less than 10 minutes’ walk from Kew Gardens Station for the London Underground and London Overground (Zone 3). It is 15 minutes’ walk from Kew Bridge Station for national rail services.
Visiting Kew Gardens
Enhance your visit with group meal optionsEnjoy afternoon tea, sandwiches and hot meals at a choice of four cafés and restaurants. Reserved tables and private dining can be arranged on request.
Open year-round from 9.30am daily (except 24 – 25 December). Closing times vary seasonally. With lift access throughout Kew Palace and up to the Treetop Walkway, Kew Gardens is perfect for all ages. Paths are largely flat and there is ramp access to all glasshouses and galleries.