Take a closer look at the wonders of Kew Gardens by joining a guided walking tour. Led by our knowledgeable volunteer guides, it is a fun and informative way to explore the grounds.

Free daily walking tours

Tours leave at 11 am and 1:30 pm from the information desk at Victoria Gate Plaza. Each guide presents their own tour and takes in the highlights(最精彩的部分) of the season.

Themed tours

Tours leave at 12 from the information desk at Victoria Gate Plaza. Our guides offer attractive seasonal themes including Autumn Colour and Winter Evergreens.

Expert-guided tours

Every Tuesday throughout the year at 11:30 am and 2:30 pm we’ll be holding an expert-guided tour. The tour will feature (以…为特色) a different plant each month and you’ll go behind the Scenes and talk to Kew staff about their work. You’ll find out interesting facts about the featured plant or fungus(真菌), including why it’s grown at Kew   and how it’s used and cared for.

Price

The cost is £ 60 per guide (this does not include your entry to the Gardens). Each guide can take 15 people. Groups of more than 15 must book more than one guide. Smaller groups are also accepted but the cost remains £ 60.

Tours take about one hour and may be booked from 10 am every day. Please note that no refunds(退款) can be given once tickets are booked.

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Sunset Paddle (划桨) Trip in Johnsonville State Historic Park

Join us for a relaxing paddle trip, which will be led by park keepers as we explore the shores of Kentucky Lake. Together we will search historic sites associated with the Civil War and Town Era history of Old Johnsonville. As we kill time in the evening, we’ ll keep a lookout for wildlife and enjoy an absolutely amazing sunset over the Tennessee River. Anyone can join the trip; no previous paddling experience is necessary. Park keepers leading the trip are experienced paddlers that are certified in CPR in first aid.

$20 a canoe is for non-members and $15 a canoe for members. A maximum of 6 canoes are available to rent for this trip. Each canoe is limited to 3 adults or 2 adults/2 children. Canoes, paddles , and life jackets are provided at the same time. Free life jackets and liability waivers (安全免责书) are required for all participants.

No pets will be permitted on this trip as they may disturb wildlife we may be trying to view. The trip will be called off in the event of severe weather and a refund can be applied for. The decision to call off the trip should be made before 12:00 pm on the day prior to the trip. Otherwise no refund will be issued.

You are recommended to wear water-resistant clothes and shoes, as well as a hat. You need to bring a water bottle. Sunscreen and bug spray will be available if needed. Check-in will begin at 5:45 pm; don’t be late.