What is the best time of year to go to Kew Gardens?

summer
Kew Gardens Highlights In May, the Kew Gardens spring to life (literally) and the blooming of bluebells are especially popular among visitors; but it’s during the summer months when the Kew Gardens are perhaps at their most beautiful.

How long should I allow for a visit to Kew Gardens?

It is suggested that most people take around three hours to explore the whole of the length of the Gardens. (It is about one mile across and takes about 40 minutes to walk across.) We usually stay the whole day and still never see everything. If you have time, spend the whole day at Kew.

Is Kew Gardens a good date?

The Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew make for a lovely date. The expansive gardens are located in West London but once inside, you could be forgiven for thinking that you’re well away from the city. Be sure to visit the beautiful Palm House – the most famous of Kew’s many glasshouses.

Can I bring food to Kew Gardens?

You are welcome to take your own food and drink into Kew Gardens. You can take anything from a bottle of water up to a full 3-hour picnic. If you are travelling from London Waterloo, there are lots of options in the station to buy food and drink.

Is Kew gardens worth visiting in October?

From the Gruffalo’s Child trail to our Japan festival, there’s plenty to do with the whole family at Kew Gardens this autumn. The Gardens have come alive with the rich colours of autumn. Get outside this season, breathe in the fresh air and spot our autumnal highlights.

What is there to do in Kew Gardens today?

• The Ultra-Modern Davies Alpine House. The Davies Alpine House.
• The Palm House. The Palm House.
• The Temperate House. The Temperate House.
• Princess of Wales Conservatory. Princess of Wales Conservatory.
• Waterlily House.
• The Life of Trees: Explore the Arboretum.
• Queen Charlotte’s Cottage.
• Kew Palace and the Royal Kitchens.

Is Kew Gardens Romantic?

The Enduring Romance of London’s Kew Gardens. The English might not have a reputation for being the most emotional people on earth, but when London does romance, it does it beautifully. And as Prince Harry’s ancestors would no doubt agree, few places in the British capital feel quite as magical as Kew Gardens.

Why should I go to Kew Gardens?

Kew Gardens is London’s largest UNESCO World Heritage Site and has one of the largest and most diverse collections of living plants of any botanic garden in the world. For us it tops the list as the most impressive gardens in London, worthy of an entire day of exploration.

Can you get into Kew Gardens with National Trust membership?

NT Members enjoy free entry to the gardens, but car parking charges apply as a contribution to RBG Kew’s plant science, conservation and horticultural work.

Can you drink alcohol in Kew Gardens?

Alcohol isn’t specifically prohibited in the Kew Gardens. You can buy wine, beer and even spirits in some of the restaurants in the Gardens. But Kew is a genteel place, certainly not a place for overt drunkenness.