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

Book tickets

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

Opening times

Daily, 10am to 6pm (last entry 5pm)

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

Exhibitions | Included with entry

Orchids

Inspired by the biodiversity of China
7 February to 8 March 2026
Exhibitions | Included with entry

THE SINGH TWINS: Botanical Tales and Seeds of Empire

Exploring art, empire and the enduring significance of plants.
11 October 2025 to 12 April 2026
Tours and talks | Included with entry

Introduction to the Gardens

Explore Kew with an experienced guide to delve into our history, work, and seasonal plant highlights.
Daily 11am and 1.30pm
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

Three deep purple slipper orchids with striped petals and inflated pouches growing from damp soil among leaf litter and green foliage.
23 February 2026

The science behind the festival: orchids of China

Professor Michael F Fay
Blue mophead hydrangea flowers
17 February 2026

The flowers of the Chinese zodiac

Eddie Johnston
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 £60.