Kew Gardens,
Richmond,
London,
TW9 3AB
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Kew Gardens (Royal Botanic Gardens)
This 300 acre site is one of the most impressive gardens and botanic research centres in the world. Originally started as just 9 acres in 1759, this royal favourite was given over to the state in 1841. Sir Joseph Banks and William Aiton were largely responsible for planting the huge variety of lush greenery that exists today. Other famous features include the 10-storey high Chinese Pagoda from 1761, and the Chilean Wine Palm raised from seed here in 1846, now over 60ft tall. The Princess of Wales Conservatory houses palms, orchids, ferns, giant water lillies, cacti and much more in 10 different habitats ranging from desert to tropical. Something to do in all kinds of weather.
When
Jan 1-Feb 9, Mon-Sun 9.30am-4.15pm, Feb 10-Mar 29, Mon-Sun 9.30am-5.30pm, Mar 30-Aug 30, Mon-Fri 9.30am-6.30pm, Sat-Sun 9.30am-7.30pm, last adm 30 mins before closing, closed Dec 24 & 25
Cost
£12.25, accom child free, concs £10.25
Gallery Of Botanical Art
A collection of botanical paintings and illustrations from the 1700s through to the present day.
When
From Apr 19, Mon-Sun 9.30am-5.30pm, ends Oct 19
Cost
£12.25, concs £10.25, accompanied child free
Xstrata Treetop Walkway
Experience some of the trees of Kew from up in the canopy, outdoors through the seasons, the walkway will be an educational experience high up in the open air, inside and above the tree canopy.
When
May-Aug 30, Mon-Fri 9.30am-6.30pm, Sat-Sun 9.30am-7.30pm, last adm 30 mins before closing, closed Dec 24 & 25
Cost
£12.25, accom child free, concs £10.25