Can I bring my dog to Kew Gardens?


Can I bring my dog to Kew Gardens? To protect our lawns, ball games and sports (including jogging) are not allowed in the Gardens. 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.


Is Kew Gardens a lot of walking?

Try this 3.2-mile loop trail near Richmond upon Thames, London. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 5 min to complete. This is a popular trail for walking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.


Is Kew Gardens the biggest in the world?

Kew Gardens is a botanic garden in southwest London that houses the largest and most diverse botanical and mycological collections in the world.


Why is Kew Gardens so popular?

What is Kew Gardens all about, you ask? Well, it includes more than 50,000 different plants in its living collection and over 7 million preserved specimens. It's not just a pretty space; it's a veritable treasure trove of plant-based knowledge, with over 750,000 volumes and illustrations contained in its library.


Are picnics allowed at Kew Gardens?

Kew Gardens is the perfect place for picnics - please stick to grassy areas and don't bring barbecues or picnic furniture. No commercial activities may be undertaken in the Gardens except as part of Kew authorised events.


Is Kew Gardens free for NHS staff?

Note: All the below groups can enter Kew Gardens for free: Under 4. Emergency service workers (with a Blue Light Card) and military personnel: Free. NHS workers will need to use the promo code to book and present their Blue Light card on arrival.


Is Kew Gardens part of National Trust?

The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew has a longstanding relationship with the National Trust, meaning National Trust members enjoy free entry to Wakehurst. However, we are funded and managed by RBG Kew, not the National Trust, which means we need to ask for a parking contribution to keep our future thriving.


Is Kew Gardens worth it?

Once inside, the green houses are superb, the orangery is really nice, the tree walkway is brilliant and the Japanese Gateway a great place to recharge. I visited on a cold, crisp Sunday in February. It was very busy, so will be packed on a Summer Sunday.


Can you leave and come back to Kew Gardens?

Yes, for sure, but do not loose your ticket :-) Helpful? Helpful? Not normally a problem, just let them know on your way out - usually scan your ticket...


How long is the treetop walk at Kew Gardens?

Standing 18 metres (59 feet) tall and 200 metres (656 feet) long, the walkway affords a stunning bird's eye view across the Gardens as well as offering an opportunity to experience the ecosystem of the forest canopy.