Kew Gardens Entrance Ticket
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Is Kew Gardens Entrance Ticket worth booking?
Kew Gardens Entrance Ticket is a 3-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from $2 per person. It scores 68 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.1/5 rating across 1,217 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 68 / 100
- Rating
- 4.1/5 (1,217)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $2 per person
See floral splendor and scenery without leaving London on a visit to the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew! Commonly known as Kew Gardens, the UNESCO World Heritage Site comprises 326 acres (121 hectares) of beautiful scenery w
What you get
About this experience
See floral splendor and scenery without leaving London on a visit to the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew! Commonly known as Kew Gardens, the UNESCO World Heritage Site comprises 326 acres (121 hectares) of beautiful scenery with rare plants from around the world. Head inside with your Kew Gardens ticket and explore at leisure.
What's included
Included
- Admission ticket
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Pagoda (open Apr-Sep)
- Entry to events (such as Orchid Festival and Christmas at Kew)
What you'll see and do
Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
Head inside Kew Gardens and then spend as little or as much time as you like exploring London’s finest botanical gardens. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kew Gardens consists of acres of tranquil grounds with one of the world’s largest collections of plants. Either walk around at leisure or join one of the free guided walking tours that take place daily in the gardens. Stroll around admiring highlights like the Azalea Garden, Minka House and Bamboo Garden in the center of the park. Check out the 17th century-style Queen’s Garden near Kew Palace (also known as the Dutch House), and see several of Kew’s oldest sculptures that were donated by the British Royal Family. Perhaps take a walk along the Rhizotron and Xstrara Treetop Walkway, and stroll through the crowns of oak trees at a height of 59 feet (18m), seeing birdlife, fungi and lichen up close. Watch out for the 10-storey Pagoda in the southwest corner of the gardens, and wander along the Holly Walk, seeing trees that have grown there for over 130 years. Bask in balmy tropical temperatures inside Temperate House – the world’s largest surviving Victorian glasshouse – and see a spectacular array of African plants and sub-tropical trees and palms. In the center of the beautiful building is a Chilean Wine Palm, which is said to be one of the world’s tallest indoor plants. With plenty of leafy picnic areas, as well as four cafés on site, you can eat lunch inside the gardens (own expense), or simply sit down and relax in between seeing all the rich flora and fauna.
Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
Kew, TW9 3AE, United Kingdom
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew · Kew, TW9 3AE, United Kingdom
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 9 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note the last entry to the gardens is one hour before the closing time.
- All children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 1,218 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
1,218 verified traveler reviews for Kew Gardens Entrance Ticket. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Astonishing collection
We booked our visit to Kew Gardens in advance, and unfortunately we happened to go on one of the hottest days of the year, when temperatures reached around 38 degrees. Because of the extreme heat and dry weather, the park was looking quite yellow in many areas. Obviously, this is not something the gardens can control, and it did not take away from the overall experience. I really liked Kew Gardens, not only because it is beautiful, but also because there are so many different areas to explore. The greenhouses were particularly enjoyable, as the temperature is controlled inside, making them a much more comfortable place to walk around on a very hot day. There are also some really interesting places within the gardens, including the Orangery, where you can stop for some food, and the Hive, which is a particularly impressive structure and a great place to spend some time. What really surprised me is the sheer variety and number of plants throughout the gardens. Everything is extremely well maintained, and there is always something interesting to discover as you walk around. It is quite extraordinary to have a place like this in London, especially considering how large and diverse the gardens are. I can definitely see Kew Gardens being a place worth visiting more than once. Depending on the season, the experience can be completely different, and there is so much to see that it would be difficult to take everything in during a single visit. Overall, I really enjoyed it. If you are interested in botany, nature and gardens, it is definitely a place to visit. Even if you are not particularly interested in plants, it offers a relaxing and very different experience from the usual London attractions. Kew Gardens is definitely somewhere I would recommend visiting while in London.
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Suggestions
Indoor areas excellent We felt there should have been a route guide Eg follow yellow arrows or lines for one route - red for another Also a few stands selling snacks or food on your walk ( as there is at Christmas ) would have enhanced our experience Overall my overseas visitor and I enjoyed ourselves
via Tripadvisor
A Great Place to Visit
My husband and I spent 3 hours here exploring the greenhouse, conservancy and the lovely Kew Palace. We were seriously impressed with the selection of plants and trees, particularly the giant Lilly pads in the Princess of Wales Conservatory. It was the hottest day of the year, so managed to see everything we wanted too, but knew that we hadn’t been able to fit it all in. The staff in the palace were particularly lovely and very knowledgeable. We had a lovely time here at Kew!
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Misinformed and dreadfully disappointing
Family trip to London for mums 80th birthday Hampton Court, Kew and Westminster We entered by the main gate and directed to our booth to pay, the attendant was polite enough but had difficulty in hearing us due to her air conditioning blowing into the microphone, mums in a wheelchair so we got a small discount which was swallowed up by the 10% donation and gift aid we did ( willingly ) we were then given our map and and told we would have to walk in between the 6 stops the train would have taken us to as it wasn’t working due to the excessive heat - we were then told some of the attractions were closed for refurbishment and one closed for a wedding, we then asked about the herbarium and told it was invite only If we had been informed before we paid we would not have gone in as pushing a wheelchair in 38” heat is not got the faint hearted We then proceeded to the beautiful Victorian glass house housing very few trees and plants as they were being moved in preparation for more refurbishment, Due to the excessive heat and lack of water the outside plants and grass had mostly died with the exception of flower beds in prominent places All in all I think we should of been told and Im sure it is a wonderful place to visit when we are not in drought and they are not refurbing The Thomas Moore collection was lovely to see
Response from the operator: Hello Paula, thank you for taking the time to let us know about your visit to the Gardens. We are sorry to hear that your experience did not go how we would expect! We will ensure your feedback is passed on to Garden management for consideration in the future. As we have experienced a very hot and dry summer this year, it is very useful for us to hear how your time with us was effected, we appreciate you giving us a chance to improve. -Adara
via Tripadvisor
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via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $2 to $25
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 426
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 68
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Kew Gardens Entrance Ticket: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for London.
How much does Kew Gardens Entrance Ticket cost?
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Prices start at $2 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in London usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Kew Gardens Entrance Ticket take?
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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in London is not rushed.
Is Kew Gardens Entrance Ticket worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 68 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.1/5 across 1,217 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in London, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Kew Gardens Entrance Ticket?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Kew Gardens Entrance Ticket suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Kew Gardens Entrance Ticket?
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Around 426 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in London can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in London and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Kew Gardens Entrance Ticket start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central London within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in London?
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London's best attractions split cleanly: the museums are free and need no booking, so the paid market is about views, theatre and getting out of the city for a day. That makes value scoring unusually important here, and the Outty Ranking penalises anything charging premium prices for access you could get for nothing. On Outty we rank every London experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour, London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs, The Great British Rock and Roll Walking Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit London?
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May to September for long evenings, December for the Christmas markets. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in London?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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