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Chelsea Physic Garden

66 Royal Hospital Road, London SW3 4HS, England
+44 20 7352 5646
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66 Royal Hospital Road, London SW3 4HS, England
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Reviewed 2 weeks ago

From the moment one steps inside one is caught up in the beauty. the gardens are beautifully maintained and each plant is worthy of a long look. the guided tour is excellent also.

Thank 28hannah2017
Reviewed 2 weeks ago

I'm not really the garden type, but my wife is. We went with The Gresham Society for a private tour, but there are regular tours for the general public too, you just need to enquire and get your timing right for those. Or, if you...More

3  Thank IanLHarris
Reviewed 2 weeks ago

The Chelsea Physic Garden is a pleasure to visit. Fascinating to learn about the uses and properties behind so many plants - there are over 5,000 different edible, medicinal and historical plants in this small walled garden that is also the second oldest botanical garden...More

Thank PiccoloExplorer
Chelsphysicgdn, Public Relations Manager at Chelsea Physic Garden, responded to this reviewResponded 2 weeks ago

Thank you so much for your lovely review. We hope to see you on one of the Family activity days!

Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

This is a very interesting garden with much attention paid to the use of plants to cure and to food. Small but lots in it and the Tangerine Dream cafe is great, however no soya milk which is unusual these days so needs to be...More

1  Thank trrip53
Chelsphysicgdn, Public Relations Manager at Chelsea Physic Garden, responded to this reviewResponded 2 weeks ago

Thank you so much for your review. I will discuss the soya milk issue with the cafe, thanks for the feedback.

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

The second-oldest botanical garden in the country (after Oxford) remains a hidden gem in Chelsea, next to the Thames, where plants could be off-loaded, beginning in 1673. The beauty of this small property comes principally from the arrangement in small plots of plants selected more...More

Thank mrsagf
Chelsphysicgdn, Public Relations Manager at Chelsea Physic Garden, responded to this reviewResponded 2 weeks ago

Thank you for your review!

Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

The botanical garden is one of the oldest in England and had a very importante role for the development of plant classification. It is was a beautiful place to relax but to also learned about plants and their classification. I recommend for anyone that loves...More

Thank Tita32
Chelsphysicgdn, Public Relations Manager at Chelsea Physic Garden, responded to this reviewResponded 2 weeks ago

Thank you for your review!

Reviewed 4 weeks ago

Been meaning to visit this garden for years and finally made it. We walked (c 5 miles ) from Aldwych as all the roads were blocked or closed due to a cycle event and it was worth every step. A delightful tranquil place, apart from...More

1  Thank B3atrice3
Reviewed 5 June 2017 via mobile

London born and bred but my first time to the Chelsea Physic Garden, shameful as this place is amazing. 3 acres of beautifully tended gardens focused on showcasing the value of plants, medicinal and otherwise. Free tour of the garden added to our enjoyment and...More

Thank AliTrev2
Chelsphysicgdn, Public Relations Manager at Chelsea Physic Garden, responded to this reviewResponded 2 weeks ago

Thanks for your review!

Reviewed 3 June 2017

This place is pretty amazing. The admission fee is not cheap but when you are inside you will be amazed by all the different plants and flowers. The garden is very well organized by subjects and even the tiniest plant is labeled with a sign....More

1  Thank Tory_Andrews
Reviewed 1 June 2017

I returned to the chelsea Physic Garden this May after many years . Apart from the rather large fee of £12 I was further disturbed by how noisy the place was both from traffic on either side of the gardens and by air traffic approaching...More

4  Thank Turkoman
Chelsphysicgdn, Public Relations Manager at Chelsea Physic Garden, responded to this reviewResponded 2 weeks ago

Thank you for your review and sorry there were some things you didn't enjoy. We'll take your feedback on board.

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Soujata D
3 May 2017|
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Response from sheepygold | Reviewed this property |
Only guide dogs and other assistance dogs are allowed in. This is the same as Kew Gardens and all the other botanic gardens I know.
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Shola F
20 November 2016|
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Response from Chelsphysicgdn | Property representative |
Yes in the Garden of Medicinal Plants there is a bed dedicated to demonstrating plants which are used to treat cancer.
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lindie_h
5 February 2016|
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Response from Penelope J | Reviewed this property |
Never been in April but I would imagine there would be lots to see in terms of spring flowers. Café is definitely worth a visit! Hope you enjoy your trip.
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