Kew Palace Audio Guide Tour
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About Kew Palace
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Kew Palace, Royal Botanic Gardens, Richmond TW9 3AE, UKOpen in Google MapsBest time to visit
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Kew Palace began as a private house in the early 17th century and is the oldest surviving building within the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Known as the Dutch House, it became a quiet royal retreat for George III and Queen Charlotte, offering a more intimate setting than London’s grander palaces. The family spent time here during the king’s periods of illness, and Queen Charlotte died at Kew in 1818. Today, its modest red-brick exterior and domestic rooms reveal the everyday side of Georgian royal life. The nearby Royal Kitchens, preserved with a distinctly early-19th-century character, offer another glimpse into the household behind the crown. Together, palace and gardens connect royal history with one of Britain’s best-known botanical landscapes.
Before you enter
- Check Kew Palace’s opening days before travelling; its schedule may differ from the gardens’.
- Allow time to walk through the Royal Botanic Gardens to reach the palace.
- Wear comfortable shoes if you plan to explore the wider gardens as well.
What to expect
- Expect a compact royal residence rather than a grand, sprawling palace.
- Look for rooms that tell the story of George III and Queen Charlotte’s family life.
- Make time for the historic Royal Kitchens nearby.
During your visit
- Read the room displays to understand how the royal family used this quieter retreat.
- Take a moment outside to appreciate the palace’s red-brick façade.
- Pair your visit with a stroll through the surrounding gardens.
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