Included with your ticket
Discover what's included with your ticket to Kew Gardens
Children's Garden
A fun, interactive space to climb, run, jump and explore everything that a plant needs to grow, designed for kids from 2 to 12 years old.
The Hive
Experience the secret life of bees on a human scale, inside a real beehive in this 17-metre tall mesmerising installation in the heart of a wildflower meadow.
Treetop Walkway
Towering 18 metres above the ground, the Treetop Walkway is a chance to get closer to Kew’s trees to observe the complex ecosystem of birds, insects, lichen and fungi.
Woodland Adventures
Dive into the Natural Area with fun, games and discovery for all the family, where you can visit the bug hotel, walk the log trail, and spot an endangered stag beetle.
Plan your visit
We've got you covered with all you need to know.
Eating and drinking
Enjoy scenic outdoor dining and takeaway food at our cafés and restaurants.
Facilities for families
There are toilets and baby changing within easy reach of all the main attractions, cafés and gates. The Gardens are mostly level and there's level or ramped access to most of the buildings. There is a buggy park at The Hive.
Dos and don'ts
Check out the dos and don'ts before you visit to get the most out of your day
Kew Gardens opening and closing times
What's on
Octonauts Above & Beyond
Christmas at Kew
Kew Explorer land train
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Discover
Inspiring opportunities for families to learn together about plants and the natural world.
Volunteer Explainers (all ages)
Our friendly and informed Volunteer Explainers are waiting to meet you around the Gardens to share fascinating stories about Kew’s science, history and collections.
Family nature activities
Explore the natural world as a family and get creative with your finds, with these fun activities to do at home.
Family Learning cards
Think like a scientist by exploring new ideas together with our family-friendly learning cards.
Seasonal spotter sheets and trails
Use our family trails and handy spotter sheets to discover seasonal highlights at Kew.
Mini and Young Scientist Backpacks (3 – 7 years and 7+ years)
Our new backpacks are brimming with resources to engage children with early science skills.
Music and Movement online
Sing along with our fun-filled series of nature-inspired songs and nursery rhymes from around the world.
SEND offer for families
We are dedicated to creating inclusive learning opportunities for families of children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Our FREE activities and resources will help you to get the most out of your visit. A limited number of Sensory Story Sacks and Sensory Activity Packs are available to hire on the day from the information desk inside Vic Plaza at Victoria Gate (find us through the shop doors to the left).
SEND Family Sensory Tours (0 – 7 years)
Join our interactive storytelling tour exploring plants and nature at Kew. Aimed at children with SEND and young people with severe, profound and complex learning difficulties.
Children’s Garden quiet session (2 – 12 years)
Join us for a quiet session in the Children’s Garden aimed at children with special educational needs and disabilities. Sessions run March to October.
SEND Sensory Story Sacks
Designed to help distract and relax children with SEND on their visit to Kew, ensuring a calmer and more enjoyable visit. Resources include a stress ball, timer and ear defenders.
Sensory Activity Packs
Our activity packs contain sensory props to support children with additional needs to engage with our plant collections, such as water spray bottles, mirrors, and chopsticks (for sound).
Picture Exchange Communication Packs (all ages)
Designed in partnership with Pictologue Charity, these packs enable children with communication difficulties to access Kew. Each pack contains a social story, a visual schedule, rule cards and seasonal ‘what I can see at Kew’ sheets.
Visual guide
Our visual guide can help you plan and enjoy your visit to Kew Gardens. This resource includes information about what to expect during your visit and top tips to help you have a fantastic time in the Gardens.
Accessibility map
This map prioritises accessibility information and highlights areas of sensory interest. It also includes a zoomed-in map of part of the Gardens, to help you navigate the busiest area.
