Outdoors in London

Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park

Bridges, wildland & play parks weaving a latticework around London's 2012 Olympic venues.

St James's Park

Green space with a lake with daily pelican feeding, a grass-roofed cafe and ceremonial displays.

Kensington Gardens

Expansive park containing Kensington Palace & the Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Playground.

Primrose Hill

This popular grassy hill is known for its views of London, as well as Shakespeare's Tree.

Hampstead Heath

Green oasis for recreation, with swimming ponds, woodland and city views from Parliament Hill.

Sky Garden

Known as the walkie talkie due to its unique shape, this skyscraper features a top-floor restaurant.

The View from The Shard

Panoramic views of up to 40 miles with a good visibility guarantee (or you visit again for free).

Russell Square

Large Georgian square with statue of founder, the Duke of Bedford, plaza and water feature.

The Garden at 120

The Regent's Park

Modern, glass-clad cafe and sports administrative centre, with pitches and changing rooms.

St Dunstan in the East Church Garden

City garden amongst the ruins of a grade I listed church with a tower & steeple by Christopher Wren.

Hyde Park

Huge green space, home to Diana Memorial Fountain, with boating and swimming in the Serpentine lake.

Clapham Common

Large expanse of parkland with 3 ponds, and the oldest and largest bandstand in Greater London.

The Green Park

Spacious park with deckchair-scattered lawns, mature trees and views of regal local neighbours.

Holland Park

Large park with woodland, sports facilities, playground and cafe, plus a Japanese Kyoto Garden.

Kyoto Garden

Garden with colourful plants, shrubs and water features, created by eminent Japanese designer.

Greenwich Park

Large park with expansive views, home to the Royal Observatory, Maritime Museum & Meridian Line.

Brockwell Park

A 19th-century park with flower gardens, historic buildings, playgrounds & sports facilities.

Battersea Park

Large parkland with woods, boating lake, peace pagoda, adventure playground and children's zoo.

Clissold Park

Sizeable local park with playground, paddling pool, aviary, animal enclosure & cafe.