A hidden royal home in Kew Gardens
Experience the intimate Kew Palace, home of George III and Queen Charlotte. Explore Queen Charlotte’s Cottage and admire the spectacular view from the Great Pagoda.
Visit
Opening times
Monday 11:00-16:00
Tuesday 11:00-16:00
Wednesday 11:00-16:00
Thursday 11:00-16:00
Friday 11:00-16:00
Saturday 11:00-16:00
Sunday 11:00-16:00
Last admission 16:00.
Monday 11:00-16:00
Tuesday 11:00-16:00
Wednesday 11:00-16:00
Thursday 11:00-16:00
Friday 11:00-16:00
Saturday 11:00-16:00
Sunday 11:00-16:00
Last timeslot 16:00. Climbing the Pagoda requires a separate ticket: book here.
Tickets and prices
A ticket to Kew Gardens is required in order to access any site within Kew and must be purchased online via the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew website.
- Kew Gardens tickets: Members enjoy a 10% discount on tickets and our guidebook and can visit the Great Pagoda and join Kew Palace daily tours free of charge.
Getting here
Kew Palace, Royal Botanic Gardens Kew, Richmond, TW9 3AE
Parking - Brentford Gate, via Ferry Lane, near the Main Gate.
- £9.00 for a full day throughout the year. (300 spaces)
- Tours and talks
Evening Curator Talks
Join Polly Putnam and Lee Prosser in our curator talks at Kew Palace and dive deep into the captivating history of the palace with these industry experts.
- 26 September
- 18:15 - 20:00
- Kew Palace
- Separate ticket (advance booking required)
- Tours and talks
Queen Charlotte: A Kew Palace Story Tour
Get to know Queen Charlotte more closely in the intimate setting of Kew Palace, in our brand new tour.
- Daily
- 14:00 (tours last 30 minutes)
- Kew Palace
- Separate ticket
- Tours and talks
Hidden Spaces Tours
Discover the areas hidden behind the scenes at Kew Palace and find out where the royal servants lived and worked in our daily Hidden Spaces Tour. You will be guided by one of our costumed hosts, who will take you to the palace attic.
- Until 29 September 2024
- 16:00 - 16:30
- Kew Palace
- Separate ticket
- Things to see
Kitchen Garden
Wander through the edible Kitchen Garden at Kew - a veritable sanctuary for wildlife, created to serve the royal family when staying at Kew Palace.
- Open
- Kew Palace
- Included in palace admission (Members go free)
- Things to see
Queen Charlotte's Cottage
Discover a queen's rustic country retreat in the grounds of Kew Palace with a visit to Queen Charlotte’s Cottage.
- Open Weekends and Bank Holidays
- 11:30 - 15:30
- Kew Palace
- Included in Kew Gardens admission
- Things to see
- Tours and talks
The Great Pagoda
See The Great Pagoda at Kew Palace, now returned to its 18th-century splendour.
- Open
- 11:00 - 16:00
- Kew Palace
- Separate ticket
SHOP 24/7 ONLINE
Discover beautiful commemorative souvenirs and unique gifts inspired by our palaces.
George III's Mental Illness Explored
Hear from our experts on our blog
Curator Polly Putnam explores what we know of George III's mental and physical illness, the misconceptions under which his doctors treated him, and his brutal but ineffective treatment at Kew.
The Explosive History of the Kew Pagoda
One of the most surprising periods in the history of the Great Pagoda is its use as a secret testing site during World War II. Curator Polly Putnam picks up the tale of this fascinating discovery.
Support Us
As an independent charity, there are several ways you can support us.
Donate
Help us to conserve these historic buildings, ensuring they are here for future generations to enjoy. We raise all our own funds and depend on your support.
Become a member
Enjoy unlimited adventures at our palaces, a 10% discount in our shops and cafés, and exclusive events when you become a member of Historic Royal Palaces.
Become a patron
Step closer to history and join us for unique and amazing events as a patron of Historic Royal Palaces.