What's in the Gardens

Get closer to nature and uncover the science behind our plants and glasshouses with this handy list of must-see features.

Attractions A - Z

  • Paintings from the Illustrations and Artefacts Collection

    Library and Archives

    Discover nearly 2,000 years of plant knowledge in one of the most extensive botanical libraries in the world.
  • Paintings on display in the Marianne North Gallery at Kew

    Marianne North Gallery

    Travel the world through the paintings of the extraordinary Marianne North – an unsung pioneer in botanical art.
  • King William's Temple in the Mediterranean Garden

    Mediterranean Garden and King William's Temple

    Visit our Mediterranean habitat and discover its incredible plant diversity.
  • Bug hotel in the Natural Area

    Natural Area 

    Weave your way into the wildness of Kew’s Natural Area, 37 acres of classic woodland.
  • Palm House

    Explore this remarkable indoor rainforest and discover tropical plants from some of the most threatened environments in the world.
  • View of species from the dry tropics in the Princess of Wales Conservatory

    Princess of Wales Conservatory

    Travel from the deserts to the tropics with a trip through this glassy wonderland.
  • Cherub statue in the Queen's Garden at Kew

    Queen’s Garden 

    Enjoy an elegant walk back in time in this 17th century idyll.
  • Rhododendron Dell

    Rhododendron Dell

    Enjoy the fragrances and rich textures of the magnificent rhododendron.
  • Alpine plants in the Rock Garden

    Rock Garden

    A dramatic valley carved through the landscape with wild-collected plants from six mountainous regions of the world.
  • Pink and white roses in the Rose Garden

    Rose Garden

    Wander through our stunning Rose Garden and inhale the scent of hundreds of roses.
  • Kew Palace, Historic Royal Palaces

    Royal Treasures

    Step back in time to explore the 17th century elegance of Kew Palace or the rustic charm of Queen Charlotte's Cottage.
  • Pandora Sellars, Laelia tenebrosa, Shirley Sherwood Collection

    Shirley Sherwood Gallery of Botanical Art

    The world’s first public gallery dedicated to classic and contemporary botanical art.

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Evenings

After Hours: Art classes with 2B or Not 2B Collective

Creative workshops inspired by nature and diverse bodies. Garden entry included.
Selected dates in June, July and August
Included with entry | Exhibitions | Accessible

Marc Quinn: Light into Life

A major new art exhibition inspired by nature and science.
4 May to 29 September 2024
Wellbeing | Family friendly | Evenings

Summer cycle 2024

Hop on your bike for an evening at Kew.
1 August 2024

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