London is home to some beautiful parks and green spaces, even right in the heart of the city. Here's some central London walking routes that only take around 30 minutes and offer a chance to relax and take a break from the bustling capital.
Paddington to Kensington
Approximately 32 minutes
On this walk, you can enjoy the stunning sights of Kensington Gardens and maybe even treat yourself to a spot of shopping at the end.
- From Paddington station, walk towards Lancaster Gate where you’ll find the entrance to Kensington Gardens.
- Once you’ve enjoyed the sights, head towards the corner of the park where you can join Kensington High Street.
Hyde Park to South Kensington
Approximately 33 minutes
This is nice and simple, but that doesn’t mean there’s nothing to see on the way.
- From Paddington Station, head towards Westbourne Street where you enter Hyde Park.
- Head south through the park, past the world-famous Victoria and Albert Museum and towards South Kensington Station.
Green Park to Piccadilly
Approximately 23 minutes
This walk takes you past Buckingham Palace and through to Green Park station. It’s the perfect way to add some exercise to your journey and see a few sites along the way.
- Take a minute to admire Buckingham Palace, then continue towards Canada Gate, the grand entrance to Green Park.
- Walk through the park where you’ll see the Canada Memorial, built to commemorate the one million Canadians who served with British forces in both world wars.
- The walk ends in the corner of the park where you’ll reach Green Park station. You can either get on the Tube here or continue your walk through Piccadilly.
St James’s Park to Charing Cross
Approximately 25 minutes
Try this walk full of amazing flowers and wildlife (and maybe even a pelican or two) – perfect for some stress relief.
- Leave Victoria station and walk down Buckingham Palace Road where you’ll reach the corner of St James’s Park on Birdcage Walk.
- After walking across the Blue Bridge, you’ll pass Duck Island towards the corner of the park to the famous Mall where you’ll reach Charing Cross station.