The Great Outdoors And London Hotels
Although famous for its frenetic, relentless pace and vibrant, cosmopolitan streets, London boasts a number of wonderfully landscaped Royal Parks, which provide a verdant sanctuary from what can sometimes feel like a city in greyscale. Frequented by tourists and locals alike, the capital’s popular parks are within easy reach of London hotels and other famous attractions, such as Westminster Palace and the London Eye.
Boasting a spectacular view of the city, one which was famously depicted by JMW Turner, Greenwich Park in south east London is one the most scenic and popular Royal Parks in London. The main attractions in Greenwich Park include the Royal Observatory and the National Maritime Museum. Londoners decamp en masse to Greenwich to picnic and to enjoy the sunny spells throughout the summer months. For guests at central London hotels, the easiest way of getting to Greenwich is to hop on the eastbound Jubilee Line.
Stretching over 142 hectares of historic parkland, Hyde Park is right in the heart of the London’s famous West End. It’s easy to forget that you’re just a stone’s throw away from the bustling pavements of Piccadilly and Oxford Street given the number of horse riders, the large lake (the Serpentine) and the wide variety of indigenous and non-indigenous trees. Visitors to Hyde Park can pop in to the Serpentine Art Gallery, take a pedalo out on the lake or simply grab a cup of tea and quick bite to eat at the Lido cafe. Moreover, Hyde Park is ideally situated in close vicinity to some of the most exclusive London hotels, such as the Ritz and Mandarin Oriental.
Offering a wide range of things to see and do and designed by the famous Regency architect John Nash, Regent’s Park is an expanse of beautifully landscaped parkland.With over 400 different varieties of wonderfully fragrant roses, visitors should definitely try to take a stroll around the Rose Garden. One of the main attractions in Regent’s Park, however, is London Zoo, the world’s oldest scientific zoo, with highlights such as the Gorilla Kingdom and Komodo Dragon enclosure. For a photo opportunity, head up to the top of Primrose Hill, which offers picturesque views of the city down below.
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