Tucked inside a sleek glass curve, this house shows off some seriously tough yet tiny alpine plants. Think high-altitude blooms, cool winds, and clever design—all mimicking the Alps, but without the frostbite.

Built in the 1800s, the Palm House is a big, steamy Victorian glass beauty packed with tropical plants, rainforest humidity, cocoa trees, and even conservation work happening right under those glorious iron arches.

With ten distinct climates under one roof, this conservatory hosts orchids, ferns, cacti, and carnivorous plants. It’s a living display of how species survive across rainforests, deserts, and everything in between.

The Temperate House is the world’s biggest Victorian glasshouse, filled with rare temperate plants from Africa, Asia, the Americas, and beyond. It’s a stunning, iron-framed haven for endangered species and conservation work.

Kew’s smallest glasshouse has a huge personality. Inside, a central pond bursts with giant lilies, lotus flowers, and papyrus. Warm, humid air wraps around you as you wander through this tropical oasis.

This thoughtfully designed garden walks you through hundreds of millions of years of plant evolution. Think living museum meets botanical trail, with mosses, ferns, and flowers all helping tell nature’s incredible survival story.

The Bonsai House is all about precision. These miniature trees, crafted over decades, showcase the patience and skill behind the ancient Japanese art of bonsai. It’s like walking through a collection of living art.

Check out one of the UK’s largest bamboo collections, with over 130 species. The Bamboo Garden is an immersive escape, and the Minka House lets you peek into a traditional Japanese home that offers a glimpse into rural life and architecture.

Standing tall at 50 meters, the Great Pagoda was built in 1762 with a stunning Chinese-inspired design. Climb its 253 steps for spectacular views of the gardens and London, and discover the exhibits inside that reveal its rich past.

This beautiful wooden gateway is a four-fifths scale replica of Kyoto’s Karamon gate, built in 1910 for the Japan-British Exhibition. Surrounded by tranquil gardens, it’s a striking example of traditional Japanese craftsmanship.

Queen Charlotte’s Cottage, a peaceful 18th-century retreat, was used for royal picnics. Inside, you’ll see personal items, including Hogarth prints, and outside, the paddock once housed exotic animals like kangaroos and black swans.

Located in the Mediterranean Garden, King William’s Temple is a beautiful 1837 rotunda with elegant columns and a domed roof. Surrounded by aromatic herbs and shrubs, it’s the perfect spot for a peaceful pause during your garden exploration.

Perched on a mound, the Temple of Aeolus offers stunning views across the gardens. This classical, circular temple is dedicated to the Greek god of winds and reflects 18th-century garden trends for mythological buildings.

With its elegant columns and tranquil lakeside setting, the Temple of Arethusa is an 18th-century neoclassical treasure. It's a delightful spot that reflects the era’s fascination with classical design and offers stunning views.

Dedicated to Bellona, the Roman goddess of war, this elegant 18th-century temple is a charming piece of history. It features classical elements and is a perfect example of the era’s love for garden follies.

Kew Palace, or the Dutch House, dates back to 1631 and is the oldest building in the gardens. This charming red-brick palace, with its restored rooms and furnishing, gives a peek into royal life and King George III’s time there.

Since 2008, the Shirley Sherwood Gallery has been the world’s first gallery focused solely on botanical art. It features rotating exhibitions from the Sherwood Collection, where science and art come together to highlight plant beauty.

Ever wondered how plants influence the things we use daily? Museum No. 1 unpacks this with interactive displays on the crucial roles plants play in food, medicine, and even textiles. A must-see!

If you love art and nature, the Marianne North Gallery is a must-see! It houses over 800 vibrant botanical paintings from North’s global adventures, capturing plants and landscapes with amazing detail and color.

The Hive is like stepping into the mind of a beehive. This stunning, multi-sensory structure uses lights and sound to mimic bee activity and reminds us just how important these pollinators are to nature.