Chelsea Physic Garden: London’s Apothecary Garden

Founded in 1673 by the Worshipful Society of Apothecaries, this riverside walled garden grows medicinal and useful plants from around the world in carefully labelled beds.

Highlights

• Medicinal Plant Walk: From willow (aspirin) to foxglove (digitalis), learn the stories behind medicines.
• Glasshouses: Tender plants and ethnobotanical displays.
• Café & Shop: Calm garden café; seeds and botanical gifts.

Planning

Paid entry with seasonal opening hours. Combine with a Thames Path walk towards Battersea or Sloane Square shopping.