GREAT PAGODA KEW

Kew's Pagoda was completed in 1762 as a gift for Princess Augusta, the founder of the Gardens. It was one of several Chinese buildings designed for Kew by Sir William Chambers, who had spent time travelling and studying the architecture of East Asia. A popular ‘folly' of the age, it offered one of the earliest and finest bird's eye views of London – which you can enjoy today, thanks to a major restoration project. The Great Pagoda will re-open for pre-booked guided tours from 5 June 2021 - so enjoy climbing up the Great Pagoda and seeing those spectacular views across the capital.