Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
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Combo tickets
The most scenic way to reach Kew is by river boat from Westminster Pier, about 90 minutes upstream, and some sellers bundle the cruise with garden entry. Boats run mainly from spring to autumn, so in winter take the Tube and buy the entry ticket on its own.
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When is Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew busiest?
Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew is typically at its most crowded 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM, when it's busy on most days of the week. Sundays are typically the most crowded day of the week. Expect noticeably heavier crowds on weekends than on weekdays. With no reliably quiet stretch, arriving right at opening or in the last hour before close is usually the best way to dodge the worst of it.
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What is the best time to visit Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew to avoid the crowds?
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Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew doesn't have a consistently quiet window, so arriving right when it opens is your best bet. Crowds are heaviest 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM, so it's best to avoid that stretch.