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
Official Website: Regent's Park
Fee: NoOpen Now
Regular Hours:
Hours may be subject to change. Please verify on the official website.
- Monday: 5:00 am - 9:30 pm
- Tuesday: 5:00 am - 9:30 pm
- Wednesday: 5:00 am - 9:30 pm
- Thursday: 5:00 am - 9:30 pm
- Friday: 5:00 am - 9:30 pm
- Saturday: 5:00 am - 9:30 pm
- Sunday: 5:00 am - 9:30 pm
Category: Parks
Address:
Chester Road
London NW1 4NR
United Kingdom
Phone: +44 300 061 2300
Reviews
Ed U. Sep-07-2022
Now I could type something inane like "London just wouldn't be London unless you take time to stroll through the Regent's Park." That trite statement does... Read More
Tom D. Jul-31-2022
Peaceful place to relax. No Trouble or problems. Enjoying time. Not like parks in America, People Drinking starting problems Trash everywhere, weed... Read More
Juvi G. Apr-04-2021
Perhaps one of the most regal parks in London, it is also ginormous, and if you're like most people new to the area- or just me- you have a 99.999% chance... Read More
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Directions
Tube Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
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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 Regent's Park 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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