Best Parks in London
Looking for the best parks in London? You’ve come to the right place. Not only do we know the best parks we know the best walks in London!
London has loads of parks, but they're not all created equal. Here's our absolute fave parks to visit.
And even better, all of these featured London parks and more can be found on the Go Jauntly app.
A great day out in London is just a few steps away! Read on for the our top list of parks and some amazing walks to enjoy too.
The Go Jauntly Team
July 7, 2025
One of London’s best views can be seen from the top of primrose hill, making the hike up well worth it. Pass through meticulously manicured gardens with beautiful flowers and fountains with a walk uphill to where the view awaits. A great place to watch the fireworks or simply get one of London’s best views, with plenty of green space for a picnic or a rest.
Explore the beautiful Regents Park and Primrose Hill area on some of Go Jauntly’s best London park walks…
The Bee Walk, Regent's Park, London.
A gorge photo-led guided trail to discover nature on foot. Buzz around the park with family or friends and feel all the better for it.
Perfect Lunchtime Stroll in Regents Park, London.
Sometimes there’s only time for a short walk, Maybe you’re on lunch, maybe you want a walking meeting in town. This is the one. Check it out now.
Walk Regent's Park to Primrose Hill, London.
Want a walk to take your breath away? Yes sometimes that’s all we want in life. Saunter slowly, saunter like you mean. Enjoy epic views on this true awe-walk.
We couldn’t have a best parks list and not have Richmond park, could we? Deers galore in one of London’s most tranquil and largest of the royal parks in the capital. It offers a multitude of walks for whatever ability. The park is a National Nature Reserve, London's largest Site of Special Scientific Interest and a European Special Area of Conservation, making it a pretty important place! If you’re looking for vast expanses, live animals and an escape from the city visit one of London’s best parks, Richmond.
Explore Richmond Park, the Isabella Plantation and surrounds on some of Go Jauntly’s best Richmond park walks…
Capital Ring Section 7, London on Go Jauntly.
This 8km jaunt from Richmond to Boston Manor takes in all the special sights. Honestly not sure you’ll get a better walk bang for your walk buck. You won’t regret it.
Thames Path South Bank Section 1b, London.
Waterside walks can be super calming. We love them and this one is truly magnificent. One to avoid at high tide though so do check in advance.
The Richmond Park Zipcar Trail, London.
A circular walk featuring Richmond Park, Petersham Nursery and food options and the odd deer? Yes! Bring your friends, they will think you are incredibly cool.
Definitely one of East London’s finest green areas, Victoria Park combines wide open green space, a pretty epic playground, a killer cafe (brunch is highly recommended), hidden pagodas and a lake for the peddle boat enthusiasts out there. A great walk for kids and adults alike, Victoria park is one of the best parks in London to visit.
Jubilee Greenway Section 4, London on Go Jauntly.
Walk from Victoria Park to North Beckton along the scenic Greenway passing the Olympic Park and multiple waterways as you go.
Sunset run in Victoria Park, London.
A lovely 40 minute walk through Victoria Park during sunset.
Mile End Wild Walk, London.
Exploring the wilderness of Bethnal Green. Great adventure for children! 1 and a half to 2 hours with time to stop and play.
4. Holland Park
As well as a lovely cafe and peacocks showing off in the gardens you'll find a serene and tranquil Kyoto Garden. You'll feel miles away from the city while actually being very close, on the central line in fact! Holland Park is one of London's most photogenic parks.
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5. Hampstead Heath
A London staple when you think of the city's best parks. Huge and sprawling with incredible views, woodlands and open air swimming ponds! The perfect park for a winter wander, a place to watch the fireworks in London or picnic in the sun and a swim for the brave.
A real South East London gem, Ladywell Fields is one of London's best parks to visit with or without kids. A lovely little stream to paddle in or jump over, play areas and loads of space to roam or rest.
Tucked away in Bloomsbury, London's most literary quarter, Russell Square is one of London's best central spaces, an idilic park to enjoy some peace and quiet. Read a book or enjoy the sound of bird song and fountains in this well kept park.
Clissold Park is a great park to come and enjoy some nature in London. Easy to get to from Stoke Newington you can enjoy peaceful waters and cute, inquisitive deer within minutes of leaving central London.
On the smaller side, but a true London icon of a park. If visiting Buckingham palace or taking a jaunt through central London, St James's Park is the perfect rest stop. Stunning lakes which home many a duck and beautiful gardens, what more could you want?
Last but certainly not least is the reptile ruling Crystal Palace Park. A real adventure in South East London, with a lovely cafe, multiple paths to follow and some massive stone lizards, making this park a little more exciting than your average hang out!
London parks are perfect for escaping the hustle and bustle of the city, relaxing or getting active in. Lounge on deck chairs, enjoy open air theatres or dive into open-water swimming in London’s parks.
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