Opening and closing times
Find opening and closing times for the Gardens, attractions, cafés, restaurants, shops and car park. Opening and closing times are seasonal and vary throughout the year.
10am* – 6pm (last entry 5pm)
*11am opening on 26 March
The Gardens are open to those who are well enough to enjoy the fresh air and if Kew Gardens is local to you, or reachable by travelling a short distance.
To help us limit numbers, please book a time slot in advance, otherwise you won’t be allowed to visit.
You should not come to the Gardens if you are unwell or should be in isolation along with your household. You should limit your group to your household or bubble, or meeting one other person outside if you are alone.
Our buildings, including glasshouses, galleries, shops and restaurants for sit-down meals, will be closed in line with government guidance. See the full list of closures.
Kew Gardens opening times 2021/22
1 March to 31 March 2021
10am* – 6pm (last entry 5pm)
*11am opening on 26 March
1 April to 30 April 2021
10am – 7pm (last entry 6pm)
1 May to 31 August 2021
Mon – Fri: 10am – 7pm (last entry 6pm)
Weekends and bank holidays: 10am* – 8pm (last entry 7pm)
*11am opening on 15 & 16 May
1 to 30 September 2021
10am* – 7pm (last entry 6pm)
*11am opening on 11 & 12 September
1 to 30 October 2021
10am – 6pm (last entry 5pm)
31 October to 16 November 2021
10am – 4pm (last entry 3pm)
17 November 2021 to 9 January 2022
10am – 3pm (last entry 2pm)
24 & 25 Dec: Gardens closed
10 January to 31 January 2022
10am – 4pm (last entry 3pm)
1 February to 28 February 2022
10am – 5pm (last entry 4pm)
1 March to 31 March 2022
10am – 6pm (last entry 5pm)
Cafés and restaurants
Takeaway service only
Victoria Plaza Café
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10am – 5.45pm
White Peaks
- 10am – 5pm
The Orangery
- 10am – 5.15pm
Pavilion Bar and Grill
- 10am – 5pm
Grab and go
- Grab a hot drink and a snack at one of our outdoor pop-ups
The Botanical
- Closed
Glasshouses
- Closed
Galleries
Shirley Sherwood Gallery of Botanical Art
- Closed
Marianne North Gallery
- Closed
We may occasionally need to close attractions for maintenance or visitor safety. Please check for planned closures and visitor notices before you visit.
