Kew Gardens Entrance Fee
Kew Gardens does not have one fixed entrance fee. Standard daytime ticket prices change by season, and booking online is cheaper than buying at the gate. Kew currently uses peak pricing from 1 February to 31 October and off-peak pricing from 1 November to 31 January.
Kew Gardens entrance fee at a glance
The prices below are Kew’s standard daytime prices without the optional donation add-on.
- Adult: Peak £24 online or £27 at the gate; off-peak £16 online or £19 at the gate.
- Child (4 to 15): Peak £6 online or £8 at the gate; off-peak £5 online or £7 at the gate.
- Child under 4: Free.
- Young person (16 to 29) and students: Peak £10 online or £12 at the gate; off-peak £7 online or £10 at the gate.
- Concessions (senior citizens 65+ and disabled visitors): Peak £22 online or £25 at the gate; off-peak £14 online or £17 at the gate.
- Adult after 4pm ticket (1 May to 30 September): £10 online or £11 at the gate.
Kew is usually cheaper online, so it makes sense to book ahead unless you need a last-minute visit.
Ticket types and what they include
A standard Kew Gardens ticket covers daytime entry to the gardens. Kew also sells family tickets, concession tickets, young person and student tickets, and reduced-price local resident tickets. Some special events are priced separately, so daytime garden admission does not always cover everything on site.
Family tickets
Kew offers family tickets in both peak and off-peak periods. Online peak prices are currently £49 for 2 adults and 1 child, £54 for 2 adults and 2 children, and £32 for 1 adult and 2 children. Online off-peak prices are currently £33.50, £38, and £23 for those same ticket types.
Student, senior and concession tickets
Visitors aged 16 to 29 can use the young person ticket, and students can use the same ticket type with valid student ID. Kew also offers concession tickets for senior visitors aged 65+ and for visitors with a disability.
Free and low-cost entry options
Children under 4 go free. Kew also advertises a £1 ticket for visitors receiving Universal Credit or Pension Credit. In addition, free daytime garden entry is available for essential companions, personal assistants, support workers and next of kin accompanying disabled visitors, as well as registered blind and partially sighted visitors.
Membership
Kew membership can be worth comparing against standard day tickets if you expect to visit more than once. Kew’s Seed membership starts from £54 a year by Direct Debit, and Young Person membership starts from £33 a year by Direct Debit.
How to buy tickets
Kew says you can buy tickets at the gate, but the best value is online. Some discounted tickets may require proof of age, student status or eligibility when you arrive, so it is a good idea to bring ID if you book a concession or student ticket.
For groups, Kew also accepts group bookings with reduced ticket prices for parties of 15 or more.
Best time to visit
For the cheapest standard daytime prices, off-peak dates from 1 November to 31 January are the best value. Peak dates from 1 February to 31 October cost more, but they are often the months many visitors choose for longer days and seasonal displays. Adults can also save with the reduced after 4pm ticket between 1 May and 30 September.
Useful visitor information
Kew Gardens is in Richmond, London, TW9 3AE. Victoria Gate is the closest entrance to Kew Gardens station, Elizabeth Gate is closest to Kew Bridge station and river services, Brentford Gate is the entrance for the car park, and Lion Gate is closest to Richmond station.
Kew says opening and closing times are seasonal and vary throughout the year. At the time of writing, the gardens are open daily from 10am to 6pm, with last entry at 5pm, and the glasshouses are open daily from 10am to 5pm.
Kew Gardens station is around 500 metres from Victoria Gate and is served by the District Line and the Mildmay Line. Parking is limited, spaces are first come first served, and the main car park currently costs £9 per day. Blue Badge holders can park free of charge in the Kew car park.
FAQs about Kew Gardens entrance fee
How much is the entrance fee to Kew Gardens?
Standard adult entry is currently £24 online or £27 at the gate in peak season, and £16 online or £19 at the gate in off-peak season.
Is Kew Gardens cheaper if I book online?
Yes. Kew’s official pricing shows that online tickets are cheaper than gate prices across the main ticket types.
Do children pay at Kew Gardens?
Yes, children aged 4 to 15 pay for entry, while children under 4 go free.
Is there a student discount at Kew Gardens?
Yes. Kew has a young person and student ticket category for visitors aged 16 to 29 and for students with eligible ID.
Can you get into Kew Gardens for £1?
Kew advertises a £1 ticket for visitors receiving Universal Credit or Pension Credit.
Is Kew Gardens free for carers?
Kew offers free daytime garden entry for essential companions, personal assistants, support workers and next of kin accompanying disabled visitors. Registered blind and partially sighted visitors also qualify for free daytime garden entry.
Is Kew Gardens worth buying a membership for?
For repeat visitors, it can be. Kew’s Seed membership starts at £54 a year, so membership may work out better value than buying multiple standard adult day tickets.