Chelsea Physic Garden
66 Royal Hospital Road, London, SW3 4HS
Facilities
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Accessible loos
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Cafe / restaurant
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Easily accessible without car
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Garden only
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No parking
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Shop
The paths around the Garden are flat and laid with small stone shingle.
We have a limited number of wheelchairs available to borrow, please speak to a staff member at the kiosk or on Royal Hospital Road upon arrival for assistance.
The Garden is on one level once inside; ramp access is available to our education space and to the Physic Garden Café. Our Gallery space, used for events and talks is up a flight of stairs without lift access. Please contact us ahead of attending a talk or event here, so we can best advise on alternatives.
Wheelchair-accessible toilets are available in the main building as well as the Physic Garden Café. Baby-changing facilities can also be found in the café.
Guide and assistance dogs are welcome in the Garden.
If you need help planning your visit to the garden, talk to us about access by calling 020 7352 5646 or email at [email protected]
Tucked away beside the River Thames in London, Chelsea Physic Garden is home to a unique living collection of around 5,000 different edible, useful, medicinal and historical plants contained within its sheltering walls.
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Chelsea Physic Garden is a historic botanic garden located in London, established in 1673. It is home to over 4,500 medicinal, edible, and useful plants. The garden offers a variety of attractions, events, and facilities for visitors.
Opening Times
The garden is open Sunday to Friday from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. It is closed on Saturdays. Friends of Chelsea Physic Garden can enter from 10:00 AM, an hour earlier than general visitors.
Admission Prices
- Adults: £11 (or £10 without donation)
- Students and young people (5-25 years): £6.50 (or £5 without donation)
- Pension Credit, Universal Credit, and Refugee Status holders: £6.50 (or £5 without donation)
- Children under 5: Free
- Historic Houses Association Members: Free
- Flexible Ticket (valid for 3 months): £12
Special promotions include two-for-one entry with National Rail Days Out and BBC Gardeners World, and free entry with the London Pass.
Events and Workshops
The garden hosts various events and workshops, including family activities and themed programs. Notable upcoming events include:
- Painting from Plants: February 16, 18, and 19, 2026 (£15-£20)
- Rainbow Soap Making: February 16 and 17, 2026 (£15-£20)
- Chocolate Making Workshop: February 17 and 20, 2026 (£20-£25)
Special Exhibition: A Dash of Lavender
From February 1 to March 29, 2026 (excluding Saturdays), the garden will host "A Dash of Lavender," an LGBTQ+ program featuring guided tours, workshops, and an installation inspired by Derek Jarman's garden at Prospect Cottage.
Facilities
The garden includes the Physic Garden Café, open daily from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM (closed on Saturdays). Lunch is served from 12:00 PM to 2:30 PM, and afternoon tea from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Visitors must have valid garden admission to access the café.
Accessibility
The garden is wheelchair accessible, with flat paths and ramp access to key areas. Wheelchairs are available to borrow, and accessible toilets are provided. Guide and assistance dogs are welcome.
Contact Information
Address: 66 Royal Hospital Road, Chelsea, London SW3 4HS
Phone: 020 7352 5646
Email: [email protected]
Winter Season
Adult – £10
Students/Young People – £5
Pension Credit/Universal Credit/Refugee Status – £5
Main Season
Adult – £13
Students/Young People – £5
Pension Credit/Universal Credit/Refugee Status – £5
Free to Historic House Members with presentation of a valid membership card.
Arrange a private tour for your group with one of our volunteer guides.
This includes a 60 minute tour with a volunteer guide
£45 per group + entry
Up to 20 people per guide. Book at least one month in advance.
Visit to make an enquiry: https://www.chelseaphysicgarden.co.uk/visit/group-visits/
Book a learning session to enhance your students’ knowledge of plant life, biodiversity, and nature awareness. These limited sessions offer exclusive plant science experiences. Visit our Learning website to book a session: https://www.chelseaphysicgarden.co.uk/schools-learning/
Email [email protected] to make an enquiry about Private Hire
The paths around the Garden are flat and laid with small stone shingle.
We have a limited number of wheelchairs available to borrow, please speak to a staff member at the kiosk or on Royal Hospital Road upon arrival for assistance.
The Garden is on one level once inside; ramp access is available to our education space and to the Physic Garden Café. Our Gallery space, used for events and talks is up a flight of stairs without lift access. Please contact us ahead of attending a talk or event here, so we can best advise on alternatives.
Wheelchair-accessible toilets are available in the main building as well as the Physic Garden Café. Baby-changing facilities can also be found in the café.
Guide and assistance dogs are welcome in the Garden.
If you need help planning your visit to the garden, talk to us about access by calling 020 7352 5646 or email at [email protected]
Getting here
66 Royal Hospital Road, London, SW3 4HS
The public entrance to the Garden is via 66 Royal Hospital Road.
The nearest tube station is Sloane Square (District and Circle lines), a 10 minutes walk away.
The Chelsea Physic Garden is easily accessible by bus; the 170 route to Victoria train station stops directly outside the Garden.
Parking is available around the garden, with pay-by-phone meters. There is pay & display parking in Battersea Park, a 10 minute walk across Albert Bridge.
There is a small selection of solo motorcycle parking spaces in Swan Walk, as well as bicycle racks in Royal Hospital Road and the surrounding streets. Please note that bicycles are not allowed inside the Garden.
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