London’s parks & gardens

Here is our guide to London’s public parks and open spaces… from the wide open expanse of Hyde Park to the manicured flower beds of Regent’s Park. We’ve also got some atmospheric cemeteries that date back to Victorian times.

Outdoor spaces in London

>> Battersea Park
Battersea Park has a children’s zoo and Peace Pagoda, with a twenty-foot tall golden Buddha.

>> Brompton Cemetery
Brompton Cemetery is one of the finest burial grounds in London, home to Emmeline Pankhurst.

>> Chelsea Physic Garden
The Chelsea Physic Garden was founded in 1673 as a place to study medicinal plants and herbs.

>> Green Park
Green Park is edged by Wellington Arch, Constitution Hill, and Buckingham Palace to the south.

>> Greenwich Park
Greenwich Park is home to the Queen’s House, Royal Observatory and National Maritime Museum.

>> Hampstead Heath
The heath has Kenwood House and Boadicea’s Mound. Climb Parliament Hill for great views.

>> Highgate Cemetery
Highgate Cemetery is one of the finest burial grounds in London, home to Karl Marx and Dickens.

>> Holland Park
Holland Park, near Kensington Palace, is one of London’s loveliest, and least known parks.

>> Hyde Park
Hyde Park is famous for the Serpentine and Speaker’s Corner – a place for public debate.

>> Kensington Gardens
The gardens originally formed part of the palace grounds, but were opened to the public in 1841.

Primrose Hill
Primrose Hill stands north of Regent’s Park, and boasts some of the finest views of London.

>> Regent’s Park
Regent’s Park is home to a zoo and London’s loveliest river-trip. Take a canal boat to Little Venice.

>> St. James’s Park
London’s most prestigious park – St. James’s is bordered by the Mall and Buckingham Palace.

Speakers’ Corner
Speakers’ Corner in Hyde Park is London’s most famous place for public debate.

Outdoor events in London’s parks

Upcoming events in London’s parks

Explore the City's gardens and churchyards When: 1st June 2013
This two-hour tour will explore some of the best and most historic gardens and churchyards in the City of London. The walk will start at the City Information Centre opposite St Paul's Cathedral (on St. Paul's Church Yard). There is no need to boo... more

Open Air Theatre -- "Pride and Prejudice" When: 20th June 2013
Regent's Park Open Air Theatre is putting on a production of Jane Austen's classic romantic comedy "Pride and Prejudice". This year marks the 200th anniversary of the Bennet sisters search for love, but will it be Mr Darcy who unwittingly finds h... more

Guided walk: Hyde Park in the Summer When: 28th June 2013
Summer is one of the most beautiful seasons of the year, when a host of different species buzz and crawl through the meadows and the trees are in full leaf. This is your chance to escape the stress of the city for an hour and a half, and get some... more

Open Air Theatre -- Shakespeare's "The Winter's Tale" When: 29th June 2013
Regent's Park Open Air Theatre is putting on a production of Shakespeare's "The Winter's Tale", re-imagined for everyone aged six and over. "The Winter's Tale" tells the story of Perdita, a lost princess who is raised by a shepherd. Her adventure... more

Explore the City's gardens and churchyards When: 6th July 2013
This two-hour tour will explore some of the best and most historic gardens and churchyards in the City of London. The walk will start at the City Information Centre opposite St Paul's Cathedral (on St. Paul's Church Yard). There is no need to boo... more

Guided tour of the Albert Memorial When: 7th July 2013
This fascinating tour gives you exclusive access inside the Albert Memorial railings to take a closer look at the Frieze of Parnassus and the other fine details on one of the greatest monuments of the Victorian era.

Coronation Festival -- in Buckingham Palace's Gardens When: 12th July 2013
Buckingham Palace is holding a special "Coronation Festival" to mark the 60th anniversary of The Queen's Coronation. The Festival will take place in the gardens of Buckingham Palace, and allow members of the public a rare opportunity to explore t... more

The Chap Olympiad, in Bedford Square When: 13th July 2013
Those frightfully nice gents from 'The Chap' magazine will once again be hosting their annual 'Chap Olympiad' at Bedford Square. Everyone will be expected to attend in their best tweed trousers, with their moustaches waxed and twirled in the best... more

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