London Parks and Gardens

London is considered to be one of the greenest cities on the globe. If you are one of those who wants an escape from the hubbub of the city, London offers beautiful parks and gardens that will give an experience of tranquil and serene face of London. These lush green stretches offer lakes as well as leisure activities which take you into the state of bliss. Visiting such landmarks is really rejuvenating in real sense as the greenery and nature has been always attracting the human. 

Hyde Park
The first of all the parks in London, Hyde Park was gifted to London in 17th century by King James. The park will relieve you of the thought that your in the mid of London. The park possesses the Serpentine which is a popular boating lake and Rotten Row that is a popular riding track. Hyde Park offers a lot of things to do and see through its open air events. You can also hear the most vocal orators of London who share their opinions at the Speaker’s Corner in the Hyde Park. 

Kensington Gardens
The grounds of Kensington Palace, Kensington Gardens adjoins the Hyde Park. One of the most splendid attractions for visitors in the park is the statue of Peter Pan covered with Woodland creature. More than 70,000 children enjoy the facilities offered by the Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Playground. 

The Regent’s Park
The Regent’s Park was constructed in a lavish style by John Nash in the commandment of the Prince Regent in 1811. This is one of the most majestic parks in London and includes an Open air Theater, a boating lake, children’s playground, a beautiful rose garden and an assortment of restaurants and cafés. Much sought after London Zoo is also a part of this pride of London. 

Richmond Park 
The Richmond Park covers almost an area of 2,000 acres of miscellaneous landscape with a lot of walking tracks through parkland, riverside and woods. The area was traditionally a former hunting park of King Charles I and you can still trace deer and other wildlife here. The park also possesses two public golf courses. 

Greenwich Park
The oldest of the royal gardens in London, Greenwich gives a majestic view from the top of the hill and possesses a number of historical buildings. The architecture of National Maritime Museum, Old Royal Naval College, Queen’s House and Royal Observatory are worth admiring. Football as well as Frisbee skimming can also be relished in this royal park.  The park also offers a busy events calendar with lots of jazz, operas, and children activities on the run.

St James Park
St James Park adjoins the Mall and offers a true majestic air. You can relish the views of the two most splendid attractions in London from the bridge over a large lake in the park.  On one side you can admire the beauty of the Buckingham Palace and the Whitehall on the other end. It also serves as a much talked about picnic spot in London.

The Green Park
The Green Park is situated between Buckingham Palace and Piccadilly. It is one of the ideal parks in London to sit and sop up the sun. This is a peaceful refuge with mature tropical greenery and grasslands. In summers, you can have a real good time while taking sunbath and picnics.  

Bushy Park
Bushy is a large space of rural parkland. This is one of the gardens in London which is famous for being the home to a distinctive number of free roaming deer. The park possesses an artificial river and also has a huge collection of sports facilities. Bushy Park is also famous for organizing various children activities.