Fungarium Tours at The Royal Botanic Gardens Kew

? For the first time ever, Kew?s Fungarium is opening its doors! Get exclusive behind-the-scenes access to discover the world?s largest collection of mushrooms, moulds, and yeast. ? Are you a Kew Member? Get discounted tickets by following  this link . Please note that you will be asked to provide your membership number to validate your booking, so have it handy.  Highlights ? Explore the world's largest collection of fungi with over 1.25 million specimens ? Discover historic fungal specimens dating back to the 18th century, from Kew?s world-renowned collection ? Discover how fungi research helps identify new species, fight climate change, and unlock new medicines ??? Guided tour led directly by Kew's Fungarium Collections Manager, Lee Davies ? Every ticket directly supports Kew?s mission to protect plants and fungi for the future of life on Earth General Info ? Date: Select your date directly in the ticket selector ? Time: 2:00 PM ? Duration: 45 minutes ? Location: Fungarium (Meeting point is the Aquatic Garden) ? Age requirement: Due to the nature of the tours and its content, we recommend participants are at least 14 years old. ?? Ticket includes entry to Kew Gardens ? Please consult the FAQs for this experience here Description Step inside Kew?s world-famous Fungarium for a rare, behind-the-scenes look at the planet's most vast collection of dried fungal specimens. Dating back to the early 18th century and featuring iconic collections, this tour offers an unprecedented view of vital scientific work in action. Join Fungarium Collections Manager Lee Davies to learn how these 1.25 million specimens aid in modern medical breakthroughs, climate change analysis, and ecosystem preservation. Spaces are strictly limited to 15 guests per tour?book your tickets now for this exclusive experience at Kew Gardens!