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Hyde Park
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Hyde Park

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Explore Hyde Park, one of London's grandest green spaces in the heart of the city. Row or swim on the Serpentine lake, catch the debates at Speakers' Corner, or wander past the Diana Memorial Fountain and Rose Garden.

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Reasons to go

  • Created by Henry VIII in 1536 as a royal hunting ground.
  • Hosted the Great Exhibition of 1851.
  • Speakers' Corner still holds free-speech gatherings every Sunday.
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Full description

Hyde Park was created by Henry VIII in 1536 as a hunting ground and has since become a central stage for London life, from the Great Exhibition of 1851 to the free-speech gatherings still held at Speakers' Corner every Sunday. The Serpentine lake allows boating and swimming, while the Diana Memorial Fountain and Rose Garden add quieter corners within its 350 acres.

With well over 100,000 reviews, it's one of the most visited green spaces in the city, drawing both tourists and Londoners for jogging, picnics, and simply escaping the traffic.

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Address

London, UK · Knightsbridge
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Hours

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Booking

Walk-in

Duration

1h30

Intensity

Active — lots of walking

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Good to know

  • Free to enter at any time
  • visit on a weekday morning to avoid the busiest crowds
  • rent a boat on the Serpentine or check for events, as the park regularly hosts concerts and festivals.
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Reviews

A perfect green oasis in the middle of London! Hyde Park is absolutely huge and incredibly well-kept. I loved taking a peaceful walk here to escape the hustle and bustle of the city streets. Strolling around the Serpentine lake and taking in the beautiful scenery is a must. It’s a fantastic place to just relax, grab a…

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Murat Kurnaz

1/5

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