Xstrata Treetop Walkway is 18 meters high and offers the chance to explore the tree canopy and views across London.
Palm HouseThis is the stunning glasshouse near to the Victoria Gate entrance. At one end you can see the world's oldest pot plant, a Cyrad, and at the other end look at the sealing wax plant which turns red at the top.
The Palm House is very humid - look up for the high steam jets. The plants are divided into areas of the world. Beware of overhanging plants on the walkways. See the ornate wrought iron spiral staircase up to the gallery and down to the aquatic display.
Princess of Wales ConservatoryOpened by Princess of Wales on 28 July 1987, the design now seems rather '80s and dated.
Aquatic display on the lower level. Buggy access via sloped walkways with wide low steps – not wheelchair-friendly.
Top Tip: the Aquatic Display in the Palm House is better.
Temperate HouseThe world's largest surviving Victorian glass structure. Took 38 years to build.
As you enter the Main Block there is a 'wow factor'. It has a stunning high ceiling and the plants are huge. It is not uncomfortably hot, like the Palm House. In the center see the world’s tallest indoor plant, a Chilean Wine Palm.
Pagoda10 stories high. Opens in 2009 for Kew Garden's 250th anniversary.
Queen Charlotte's CottageQueen Charlotte (1744-1818) used this as her summerhouse to picnic with her family. The surrounding 37 acres were known as the 'Queen's Cottage Grounds' and was a game reserve.
Kew PalaceNeed to purchase a timed ticket from the Kew Palace Welcome Centre – small brick building in front of the Palace, to the right (where the toilets are).
The Davies Alpine HouseBizarre glass structure, reminiscent of the new Wembley Stadium.
Pagoda TreeBit surreal – it's grown sideways.
From China and is grown in Buddhist Temple grounds.
