Kew Palace Tickets 2026
Skip-the-line access to Kew Palace and gardens | Free cancellation
About Kew Palace Tickets
The Kew Palace Tickets allow you to visit one of the biggest botanical gardens in the world. Walk through the charming Kew Gardens, which is home to over 50,000 living plants, and learn about its incredible biodiversity. You will have access to the former residence of royals, the Treetop Walkway, as well as art galleries. This is an ideal opportunity to escape the hectic urban environment and relax.
Kew Palace Botanical Gardens are one of the largest and most famous botanical gardens in the world, covering over 300 acres and containing tens of thousands of various plant species. Kew Gardens are dotted with prime examples of English landscape architecture and design.
Once a mansion of a wealthy merchant, this wonderful example of 17th-century Dutch architecture became a royal palace used by King George III and Queen Charlotte. Peek inside and see the royal kitchens as well as decorations and expertly maintained antique furniture.
Beyond the royal palace, where King George III and the Royal Family spent their holidays, Kew Gardens are dotted with architectural treasures. Visit the 10-story-high Great Pagoda and several historical glasshouses where you can see plants from across the world.
One of Kew Gardens' iconic landmarks is The Hive, a 17-meter-tall art installation mimicking a beehive. By booking your Kew Palace tickets, you can explore inside and learn about the life of bees - vital creatures for our planet's plant life.
There are more than 50,000 plants at Kew Gardens, which is reason enough to visit. They are kept in glasshouse conservatories that provide perfect conditions for them all year round. Some of the plants you'll be able to see are extinct in the wild, so this is a unique opportunity!
In the heart of Kew Gardens, the Treetop Walkway offers a panoramic view of the gardens. Standing 18 meters above the ground and 200 meters long, it provides an up-close view of the treetops.
If you change your mind and wish to cancel the Kew Palace tickets, you may do so and get a full refund. Just let us know until 23:59 before the day of your visit.
Booking tickets was easy and we got in immediately. It was a great pleasure to spend a day at Kew Gardens. The breathtaking beauty of its botanical gardens inspired me to start a new hobby - painting nature. I was especially touched by the marvelous collections of botanical art at the Marianne North and Shirley Sherwood art galleries. I loved strolling through the carefully maintained landscape with an incredible variety of plant life. The Palm House conservatory also blew me away, and so did the Hive structure. I could go on and on about the features of this special place; you really have to see it for yourself.
When booking the Kew Palace tickets, I thought that Kew Gardens was just some nice small garden surrounding the palace. Boy, was I wrong! In fact, the Kew Palace is just one of the many features of this huge botanical garden. There are so many different colors, shapes, and sizes of plant life that it's almost impossible to describe. When you come to this place, be sure to check out the Treetop Walkway. I've never seen treetops from this perspective, and it really made me appreciate their beauty. I wandered around Kew Gardens the whole day and still haven't seen all it offers, so I can't wait to return!
DESCRIPTION
Kew Palace Tickets
- Entry to Kew Gardens
- Entry to Kew Palace (closed during winter)
- Access to temporary exhibitions
- Admission to the art galleries (Marianne North and Shirley Sherwood), greenhouses, and the Treetop Walkway
- A map and guide highlighting seasonal attractions
THE ROYAL KEW PALACE
Enter Kew Palace and take a peek into the daily life of the 18th-century British Royal Family. This royal palace served as a summer retreat for King George III, Queen Charlotte, and their children. The building and estate were initially owned by a wealthy merchant, Samuel Fortrey, who admired Dutch architecture, which is reflected in the design of the mansion. One special feature of Kew Palace is the royal kitchens. They offer a glimpse into culinary history and cooking methods from two centuries ago. There are recipe cards that you can take to try your skills at making a royal feast at home.
KEW GARDENS - A SAFE HAVEN FOR ENDANGERED SPECIES
Kew Palace tickets grant you skip-the-line access to the most famous botanical garden in the world. Founded in 1759 by Princess Augusta, Kew Gardens is considered one of the oldest and most significant botanical gardens in the world. Botanists from all corners of the British Empire collected seeds and sent them to Kew Gardens to be analyzed and planted. You’ll be able to explore impressive glasshouses that replicate various environmental conditions, from deserts to rainforests. Today, Kew Gardens contains more than 50,000 living plants, as well as the Millennium Seed Bank, which plays a key role in protecting plant species from extinction.
ART GALLERIES OF THE KEW GARDENS
By booking your Kew Palace tickets, you will gain access to art galleries devoted to collecting pieces that depict our planet’s plant life. Don’t miss the chance to visit the Marianne North Gallery, which features over 800 botanical paintings. This 19th-century artist traveled the globe to draw and paint some of the most exotic plants in their natural environment. The Shirley Sherwood Gallery of Botanical Art is another gallery to explore. Did you know this is the first public gallery devoted exclusively to botanical art? Take your time to admire the intricate beauty of each drawing.
TREETOP WALKWAY AND THE HIVE
The Treetop Walkway is another amazing feature of Kew Gardens. Standing 18 meters high and stretching 200 meters, it offers a perspective you usually don’t have a chance to see. Its central location also provides an incredible panoramic view of Kew Gardens. Next, head to the Hive, a giant replica of a beehive, and learn more about the life of bees. Notice the background music, which is performed in the C major to resemble the sounds of buzzing bees!
FREE CANCELLATION & FULL REFUND!
Receive a complete refund if you cancel your booking one day before the selected date!
Kew Palace - A place for a Royal retreat and refuge
Although it is the smallest of all British royal palaces, this picturesque mansion served as a summer retreat for King George III and his family. Several generations of royals enjoyed the domestic and idyllic atmosphere of Kew Palace and its gardens. However, during the reign of George III, who struggled with mental health issues, the palace became a necessary refuge. The king was confined here during his manic and depressive episodes from 1788-1789 and 1801-1804. Away from the stresses of court life, politics, and intrigue, he was able to recover and became one of the most important monarchs in British history.
To learn more about the lives of royal family members and their time at Kew Palace, be sure to book your Kew Palace tickets!
GOOD TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
- Kew Palace tickets include a free cancellation policy if you notify us 24 hours before your visit, which is a standard feature for all Kew Gardens tickets.
- Please note that in case of bad weather, the upper level of The Hive installation may be closed.
- Kew Gardens are wheelchair accessible.
- When planning your visit to Kew Palace and Kew Gardens, keep in mind that the glasshouses close earlier, so it might be a good idea to explore them first.
Meeting Point
Kew Palace is located at this address: Kew Gardens, Richmond, TW9 3AB, London.
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FAQ - Kew Palace Tickets
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Can I reach Kew Palace and Kew Gardens by public transportation?
- Route 65: Stops directly at Victoria Gate and Lion Gate. This is the most convenient bus for traveling from Richmond or Ealing.
- Route 110: Stops near Kew Gardens Station (a 15–20 min walk from Kew Palace).
- Routes 237 and 267: Stop at Kew Bridge Station (800 meters from Elizabeth Gate).
- Kew Gardens Station: 500 meters from Victoria Gate, served by the District Line (Richmond branch) and London Overground.
- Kew Bridge Station: 800 meters from Elizabeth Gate, served by South Western Railway trains.
- Kew Gardens Station: 500 meters from Victoria Gate, served by the District Line (Richmond branch) and London Overground.
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