Regent's Park and Primrose Hill
Exploring the many interesting sights and activities in Regent's Park and adjacent Primrose Hill can easily occupy an entire day
At 410 acres, Regent's Park is the largest single Royal Park in the area of Central London, making it somewhat larger than nearby Hyde Park. It is a popular refuge where locals love to come and trade the bustle of the city for the sights and sounds of nature.
There are many things to do in Regent's Park. Major attractions in the park include the world renowned London Zoo located at the northern end and the Open Air Theatre where outdoor plays are enjoyed throughout the summertime. Other features include a boating lake, tennis courts, children's playgrounds a bandstand, and numerous villas. In the southeast corner there is a formal Italian Garden and an informal English Garden.
The park has a 4.3 km road skirting the perimeter called the Outer Circle and another circular road forming a small circle inside the park called the Inner Circle. Inside this inner circle are the carefully manicured Queen Mary's Gardens. Other than these two roads and two roads linking them, the park is only accessible to pedestrians. Three sides of the park are lined with the stucco terraces of homes designed by renowned London architect John Nash during the early 1800s.
While visiting Regent's Park you may also want to stroll into adjoining Primrose Hill Park at the northern end. From this elevated vantage point you will enjoy some spectacular views across London and you can also see down into the London Zoo.
To make sure you don't go hungry while visiting the park, there are several good places to eat within. These include the Boathouse Cafe, the Garden Cafe, the Honest Sausage and the Cow and Coffee Bean and a couple of Refreshment Points.
The park opens at 5am daily and closes around 8pm.
Facts For Your Visit
Fee: No
Address: Chester Rd, London NW1 4NR, UK
Phone: 0300 061 2300
Official Website: The Regent's Park
Directions
| Tube Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Line | Camden Town | 13 Minutes |
| Bakerloo Line | Regents Park | 1 Minute |
| Circle, Bakerloo, Jubilee, Metropolitan, Harmmersmith & City Lines | Baker Street | 4 MInutes |
How to get to The Regent's Park London by Tube
From Camden Town Station exit on the right-hand side and walk along Parkway, then right on Prince Albert Road until you reach the traffic-light controlled pedestrian crossing. Cross left here and walk over the Regent's Canal footbridge.
From Regent's Park Station exit and turn right. Cross Marylebone Road and turn left immediately into Park Square East.
From Baker Street Station exit to your right and walk to the end of Baker Street and Cross Park Road.
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Reviews
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A lovely place, even in the middle of winter. There's still flowers in bloom in mid February, and people wandering about at all times of the day. Perfect for a nice jog, a stroll with the kids or just to sit and read a book. Close to loads of amenities, and with easy public transit links, it's a great place to see.
Alicia Noriega Velasco - 4 days ago
A lovely place, even in the middle of winter. There's still flowers in bloom in mid February, and people wandering about at all times of the day. Perfect for a nice jog, a stroll with the kids or just to sit and read a book. Close to loads of amenities, and with easy public transit links, it's a great place to see.
These gardens are easily accessible in central London. There are a multitude of entrances and plenty of large maps to help you navigate your way around the park. I noticed a few cafes around but the main attraction for me were the stunning gardens. There are many benches so lots of space to enjoy the park. Overall well worth a visit.
Heath Watton - 10 days ago
These gardens are easily accessible in central London. There are a multitude of entrances and plenty of large maps to help you navigate your way around the park. I noticed a few cafes around but the main attraction for me were the stunning gardens. There are many benches so lots of space to enjoy the park. Overall well worth a visit.
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