Sitting on the Thames Embankment, and sheltered by high walls, Chelsea Physic Garden is one of the oldest and most respected botanic gardens in Europe.
It is the oldest in London, and only surpassed in age, in England, by Oxford Botanic Garden.
Founded in 1673 by The Worshipful Society of Apothecaries of London for its apprentices to study medicinal plants and their uses, it became one of the most important centres of botany and plant exchange in the world. Chelsea Physic Garden’s plant collection is unique in being the only botanic garden collection focused on medicinal, herbal and useful plants.
Today, as an independent charity, they are open to visitors six days a week and host an exciting programme of events throughout the year.
Visit WebsiteOpening Times
Sunday - Friday
11.00 - 16.00
(17.00 in summer)
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Prices
Tickets from
£5.00
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Facilities

Café

Baby Changing

Disabled Access

Toilets