Kew Travel Guide
London
Popular places to visit
Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
Explore the great outdoors at Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, a lovely green space in London. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Queen Charlotte’s Cottage
You can learn about the history of Richmond when you stop by Queen Charlotte’s Cottage. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Kew Palace
You can browse the exhibits at Kew Palace, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Richmond. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Marianne North Gallery
You can browse the exhibits at Marianne North Gallery, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Richmond. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Hyde Park
Hyde Park is just one of the places to see in London, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Big Ben
Learn about the history of Big Ben, one of the top monuments in London. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Kew
Strand Palace Hotel
As always the Strand Palace was great. This is our 4th stay over 12 years and each time we are not disappointed
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
Check in was easy using the kiosk and our family room was lovely and spacious however there is a severe shortage of sockets within the room. It’s been a long time since I stayed in a hotel anywhere where I couldn’t charge my phone beside the bed! The weekend we stayed was cold and wintery -1 and ...
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
1 Bed Flat - Sleeps 3 - Parking - Wifi
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
Worth the optional upgrade. Got free early check in too!
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Royal National Hotel
Friendly staff, good location
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
Room was clean as always. Lots of noise which sounded like building work on the floor above me. Staff friendly but there was a lot less of them on this trip. Stayed here a few times now but this one may have been my last. The amount of guests they are trying to accommodate with the capsules opening ...
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kew
Notting Hill
Notting Hill is highly notable for its beautiful gardens, and you might want to visit top sights like Portobello Road Market and Westbourne Grove. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Holland Park Underground Station or Ladbroke Grove Underground Station.
Kensington
Kensington High Street and Kensington Roof Gardens are a few top attractions in Kensington. Hop around the city on the metro at High Street Kensington Station or Notting Hill Gate Underground Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, beautiful gardens and charming cafes.
Chelsea
Museums, theatres and shopping are just a few things travellers like about Chelsea. Sights like Royal Hospital Chelsea and Saatchi Gallery are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater London area at Sloane Square Underground Station.
Paddington
Paddington Central and The Grosvenor Victoria Casino London are top sights in Paddington, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Paddington Underground Station or Edgware Road (Bakerloo) Underground Station to see more sights in the area.
Mayfair
Travellers love Mayfair for its popular shops, and you can see more of London by jumping on the metro at Bond Street Underground Station or Bond Street (Elizabeth Line) Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Oxford Street and Bond Street.
Marylebone
Marylebone is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Oxford Street and Madame Tussauds Wax Museum. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Baker Street Station or Marylebone Underground Station.
