Attractions near Twickenham

Welcome to London's most attractive borough, which for hundreds of years has been a favorite retreat of Royalty, the rich and the famous. The River Thames runs through the heart of the borough for 21 miles linking Hampton Court Palace, Richmond town centre and Kew Gardens with central London. With beautiful Royal parks and historic houses, theatres, museums and galleries rich with exhibits and town centres bursting with shops and restaurants, Richmond upon Thames rivals anywhere in London. Twickenham is part of the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames. It is a town steeped in history, with many attractions to visit such as York House Gardens, Marble Hill House and Orleans House Gallery.

Whether you like history & heritage, wildlife, playing about on the river, horse riding, or watching world class sport, Richmond upon Thames has something for everyone. Visitors from all over the world come to Richmond upon Thames to explore and discover its many attractions, parks and gardens or to just wander along the River Thames. The area is best known for Hampton Court Palace, the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew, London Wetland Centre and Twickenham home of English Rugby Union.

Hampton Court Palace
East Molesey, Surrey, KT8 9AU
0870 752 7777
500 years of royal history. Impressive architecture and opulent interiors of the state apartments and the vast Tudor kitchens. 60 acres of stunning riverside gardens including the world famous maze. Discover the flamboyant Tudor King Henry VIII, who is most associated with this majestic palace. Henry lavished money on fabulous tapestries and paintings, housed and fed a huge court and pursued a succession of wives, political power and independence from Rome. Come and enjoy the splendour, the opulence and the tales of the fascinating royals who resided at Hampton Court Palace for over 500 years.

Royal Botanic Gardens Kew
Kew, Richmond, Surrey, TW9 3AB
020 8332 5655
The gardens contain the finest plant collection in the world. The gardens are designated a World Heritage Site. Within the grounds are Kew Palace and the Princess of Wales Conservatory. The gardens today present an enjoyable mix of landscaped lawns, formal gardens, and greenhouses. Equally important, Kew functions as a botanical research centre and maintains the largest plant collection in the world. The various greenhouses display plants from across the world in climate controlled environments, while Kew Gardens Gallery houses art and photographs illustrating botanical themes. Queen Charlotte's Cottage (open only in summer) is a pretty summerhouse lying alongside a lake. The Chinese Pagoda is arguably Kew's most recognizable structure.

London Wetland Centre
Queen Elizabeth's Walk, Barnes, London, SW13 9WT
A unique attraction offering a spectacular wetland landscape of lagoons, lakes, ponds and pools. Two thirds of the reserve is protected for the hundred of species of wild birds that stop off to nest or breed during their seasonal migratory journey. Fantastic day out for all the family. Activities every weekend and during holidays for children. Have a go at pond dipping!