Things to do in Richmond upon Thames, London
Richmond upon Thames sits in south west London. Leafy, green and surprisingly buzzy — vineyards, the Thames and proper country pubs within reach.
Postcodes: TW1, TW2, TW9, TW10, TW11, TW12, KT8
Top picks in Richmond upon Thames
Kew Gardens Glasshouse Tour
Richmond upon Thames · Outdoor Park
Royal Botanic Gardens with palm-house and treetop walkway.
HypePetersham Nurseries Cafe
Richmond upon Thames · Garden Restaurant
Greenhouse restaurant amid potted ferns — seasonal Italian-leaning menu.
HypeKew Gardens After Dark
Kew · Winter Experience
Christmas at Kew light trail through the Royal Botanic Gardens.
HypeHampton Court Palace Maze
Richmond upon Thames · Walking Tour
Tudor palace, world-famous hedge maze and the Thames at your feet.
HypeKew Orchid Festival
Kew · Festival
February immersive orchid display in Kew's Princess of Wales conservatory.
HypeRichmond Park Cycle Loop
Richmond upon Thames · Outdoor Sports
Group bike hire and the famous 7-mile loop past Pen Ponds.
HypeThames Kayaking Richmond
Richmond · Kayaking
Guided kayak tour along the leafy upper Thames — surprisingly tranquil.
HypeTwickenham Stadium Tour
Richmond upon Thames · Walking Tour
Home of England Rugby — pitchside tour and the World Rugby Museum.
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