Take a stroll along the paths within Kew Gardens and and step away from the bustling city. Breathtaking flowers and lush greenery along with twinkling lights in honor of the festive season would be the perfect way to enjoy a relaxing Christmas.
Make your Christmas at Kew memorable with a traditional dinner at The Botanical Brasserie. Indulge in seasonal treats like celeriac and truffle soup, mushroom wellington, or turkey ballotine. You can also find independent food vendors that s serve up loaded hash browns, spiced cider, waffles, and hot chocolate along the trail.
Christmas at Kew runs between November 16, 2022, and January 8, 2023. It is open on the following dates:
Entry Timings: 4.20 PM – 10 PM (Last entry at 8 PM)
Last Entry: December 24 - 7 PM.
Entrance Gates: Via Victoria Gate, Elizabeth Gate and Brentford Gate, depending on your ticket.
Brentford Gate Car Park
National Archives Car Park
Disabled Access Parking
Christmas at Kew Gardens is an annual event where you can stroll through the Gardens after dark, enjoy some delicious food and drinks, and take photographs of the festive decorations at Kew.
Yes, disabled guests can bring their wheelchairs, mobility scooters, or buggies to access the trail. You can even borrow wheelchairs at Kew and can bring registered disability assistance dogs with you to Christmas at Kew.
Brentford Gate Car Park and National Archives Car Park are accessible to guests during Christmas at Kew Gardens.
Visitors can take photographs during Christmas at Kew Gardens.
Since the trail is uncovered and can be wet at many places, it is recommended that visitors wear warm and comfortable clothing and footwear.
Kew gardens winter lights are low so visitors can carry a torch with them to light up the path. Naked flames such as lanterns, flares, candles, etc. are not allowed in the gardens.
Visitors can use the toilets at the Pavilion Bar and Grill, Victoria Plaza, and Brentford Gate during Christmas at Kew.
Guests can enjoy takeaway food from Victoria Plaza Cafe or Pavilion Bar and Grill. There are several street food vendors available on the trail as well that serve delicious street food.