Royal Botanic Gardens London

Are you looking for a fun day out in London? Why not experience nature at one of the largest and most diverse living plant collections in the world! At The Royal Botanic Gardens in Kew, you will find over 50,000 living plants on this UNESCO World Heritage site. From the vast Arboretum to an Alpine rock garden, there’s something to see in every corner.

There is a lot to offer for adults and children alike with a great mix of informative greenhouses with fantastic plants, peaceful reflective walks, and the museum palace, with fascinating exhibitions. There are different ecosystems such as sand beaches, rocks, and tropical ecosystems. There are also a couple of lovely cafes and food vans with tasty seasonal food and drink and choices for takeaway, indoor and outdoor seating available.

So if you’re visiting London, this should 100% be top of your Stack list!

• Open Mon – Fri: 10am – 7pm (last entry 6pm) and Sat – Sun: 10am – 8pm (last entry 7pm)
• Only 30 mins from Central London. The four gates can be accessed by rail, bus or river
• Parking is limited
• Wear a good pair of shoes and bring a picnic but don’t bring barbecues or picnic furniture.
• Any children aged 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
• Only registered disability assistance dogs are allowed in the gardens – please leave your pets at home.
• Climbing, picking, pruning or removing any plants from the Gardens is not permitted.