Highlights
Highlights
Harmonic by Cirque Bijou
Gasp in awe at this breathtaking aerial performance in the rafters of the glorious Temperate House. Weekends and bank holidays from 26 May.
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Here Be Dragons
Follow the Dragon Trail and hunt for dragon sculptures around the Gardens. Marvel at our exhibition showcasing Blue Peter competition entries. 30 March to 30 September.
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The Florilegium: Royal Botanic Gardens, Sydney
An exhibition of works illustrating the beauty and diversity of plants grown by the Royal Botanic Gardens and Domain Trust. Until 16 September 2018.
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Theatre on Kew: Alice in Wonderland
Join Alice at Kew Gardens on her amazing journey through Wonderland and experience an adventure like no other. Until 27 August 2018.
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Plans and Plants: The making of the Temperate House
In celebration of the reopening of the Temperate House, come and examine Decimus Burton's original plans. You'll find out which plants were on show in 1863 and where in the world they came from. Until 16 September 2018.
Gnomus: caretaker of the Earth
Follow Gnomus the giant gnome around the Temperate House as he shares stories about the amazing plant collection inside. From July to September 2018.
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Down Under II: Works from the Shirley Sherwood Collection
A mixture of illustrations of native Australian and New Zealand plants created by local and international artists. Until 16 September 2018.
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Climb the Great Pagoda
Venture up 253 steps to the top of the Great Pagoda and enjoy spectacular views across London. From 13 July - 30 September.
Take a guided tour
Take a guided tour
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Temperate Treasures tour
Learn about some of the 10,000 plants held within the newly restored Temperate House on this guided walk. Daily at 12 noon and 2.30pm.
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Kew Explorer land train
Enjoy a guided tour around the Gardens on the Kew Explorer land train and learn about Kew's flora and fauna, historic buildings and vital conservation work.
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Introduction to the Gardens
Explore Kew with an experienced guide who will give you an insight into our history and work, identify exotic plants in one of our glasshouses, then recommend what's looking good in the Gardens. Daily at 11am and 1.30pm.
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Tours of the Kitchen Garden
Join us to discover the stories behind this historic garden, and find out more about the wide range of fruit and vegetables grown here. Every Friday at 12.30pm until 28 September.
Coming soon
Coming soon
Siyanda, Protector of Plants
Come and meet enchanting Siyanda in the Temperate House this half-term. 20 to 28 October 2018.
Take a short course
Take a short course
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Kew Certificate in Botanical Illustration
Gain in-depth knowledge of all aspects of botanical illustration on this modular course leading to the Kew Certificate. The 2018/19 programme begins in September 2018.
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Photo walk: plant patterns and designs
Get top tips from a celebrated nature photographer while immersing yourself in the beauty of the Gardens in this afternoon course. 20 September.
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Gardening for beginners
Improve your knowledge of growing and maintaining plants in your garden with this one-day course led by award-winning author Christine Lavelle.
23 October. FULLY BOOKED – waiting list only.