Xstrata Treetop Walkway is 18 meters high and offers the chance to explore the tree canopy and views across London.
Palm House
This 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. Use the ornate wrought iron spiral staircase up to the gallery and down to the aquatic display.
Princess of Wales Conservatory
Opened by Princess of Wales on 28 July 1987, the design now seems rather '80s and dated. There's an 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 House
The world's largest surviving Victorian glass structure. It 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 you can see the world's tallest indoor plant, a Chilean Wine Palm.
Queen Charlotte's Cottage
Queen 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 Palace
Kew Palace is the smallest and most intimate of the royal palaces. There is an additional charge to visit.
The Davies Alpine House
Bizarre glass structure, reminiscent of the new Wembley Stadium.
Pagoda Tree
This is a bit surreal as it's grown sideways. From China, it is grown in Buddhist Temple grounds.
