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Eating

Revive and refresh in the gardens surrounding Kew Palace

The Orangery

Relax near the palace at this beautiful Grade I listed building. Enjoy seasonal dishes, afternoon tea and hot drinks.

Opening Times

  • Daily: 10.00 – 15.00  (hot counter 11.45 – 14.30)
More dining options at Kew
Table setting at the Orangery at Kensington Palace.

Picnics

Why not enjoy a picnic in Kew Gardens or on the benches outside the palace?

The South Front in 2013, looking across the lawn at the Royal Botanic Gardens. Kew Palace stands in the background. The roof of the Royal Kitchens can just be seen in amongst shrubs and trees.

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BOOKING SOON

  • For members
  • Tours and talks
  • Events

Members-Only Evening Tours of Kew Palace

Take advantage of this rare opportunity to join a members-only evening tour of Kew Palace. Led by an expert guide in full Georgian attire, explore the palace, undercroft and attics when the palace is usually closed to visitors.

  • 28 May, 25 June, 30 July and 27 August 2025
  • 18:00 and 18:15
  • Kew Palace
  • Separate ticket (advance booking required)
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  • Things to see

The Royal Kitchens

Get an insight into life 'below stairs' at Kew Palace in the Royal Kitchens, preserved as they were in 1818 during the reign of George III.

  • Closed for winter
  • Kew Palace
  • Included in Kew Gardens admission
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  • Things to see

Queen Charlotte's Bedroom and Ante-room

See Queen Charlotte's bedroom and dressing room where the Queen spent her final months - now including the wig from Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story.

  • Closed for winter
  • Kew Palace
  • Included in Kew Gardens admission
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Browse more history and stories

The story of Kew Palace

Britain's smallest royal palace and George III's private retreat

The royal kitchens at Kew

The kitchens have survived, practically untouched

Queen Charlotte

Wife of George III and mother to 15 children