Outdoors in London

Parliament Hill Viewpoint

Grassy, romantic hilltop park with benches & iconic views of the London skyline.

Queen Mary's Rose Garden

Picturesque garden created in the 1930s, showcasing 12,000 rose bushes on landscaped grounds.

Dulwich Park

Green Flag park including cycle hire, pedalos and rowing boats, a vegetable garden and a cafe.

Walpole Park

Large public park with 2 ponds, a cafe and children's playground, plus an 18th-century manor house.

Wimbledon and Putney Commons

Riding, walking trails, ponds and sports pitches on vast expanse of grassland and woodland.

Gunnersbury Park

Leafy park on once-grand estate, with lakes, landmark buildings, museum & play/sports facilities.

Victoria Embankment Gardens

Peaceful green space with grassy picnic areas, a bandshell & gardens, plus a 1626 Thames River gate.

Mile End Park

Scenic liner park by the canal featuring cycling and pedestrian pathways, along with a playground.

Bishops Park

Thames-side walks in a green space with playgrounds and sports areas, flower beds, a lake and beach.

Streatham Common

Large open common with woods, wildflower meadows, formal gardens, plus paddling pool and play area.

Victoria Tower Gardens

Tranquil park offering river views & a playground as well as memorial statues & structures.

Soho Square Gardens

Green escape from the hustle of central London - a shady space moments from a busy nightlife area.

Italian Gardens

Picturesque park with multiple carved historic pools, fountains, sculptures & walking paths.

Southwark Park

Public park opened in 1869, encompassing a bowling green, cafe, boating lake and bandstand.

Ravenscourt Park

Park including tennis courts, a basketball court, a bowling green, a lake and a child-friendly café.

Mudchute Park and Farm

Home to rare breeds, horses & ponies, plus a pets' corner, with animal encounter sessions.

National Maritime Museum Gardens

WWT London Wetland Centre

Wetland nature reserve with 6 bird spotting hides plus a cafe, daily tours and specialist talks.

Wimbledon Park

Well-known lakefront park offering open grassy fields, tennis, mini golf, a play area & a cafe.

Buckingham Palace Garden