Kew Gardens

Founded in 1759. 330 acres of gardens and greenhouses. Its own police force (Kew Constabulary). Pretty impressive stuff. But you really want to know what the weirdest plant is at Kew Gardens, right? Welp, for us it’s the Titan Arum. The largest flower in the world (3 metres tall), it smells of rotten flesh. Lovely.

Fancy seeing it for yourself? Get your Kew Gardens tickets here!

What’s good to do in this gorgeous green space? There’s a Plant Detectives trail that teaches kids about plant science. A family Garden Explorer Trail for green-fingered families to get their hands dirty. Find out even more in the free guided tours (available to join twice a day on a first come, first serve basis), that'll tell all on the awesome gardens. Although what in the name of Jesus, Mary, Joseph and the wee donkey could be worse than a huge, reeking corpse plant?

Seasonal events also include the Orchids Festival (held between February and March), inspired by the biodiversity of Cameroon and included in admission - winner.