Top 5 London Parks for Pretty Winter Walks

 1. Kyoto Gardens

Tucked away in Holland Park in Kensington, Kyoto Gardens is a quaint, yet stunning garden area with a beautiful pond and tranquil tiered waterfall. Also home to magnificent koi and golden carp, it’s surrounded by lanterns and lush plants native to Japan, while peacocks roam freely - making for a beautiful backdrop on your next winter stroll.‍‍

2. Richmond Park

This charming park in West London is home to an abundance of wildlife, covering more than 2,500 acres which makes it one of the largest greenspaces in the city. If you're looking for fun things to do in London, you’ll be able to venture on your own local safari walk as you stumble across the beautiful free-roaming deer and ponds teeming with fauna, or indulge in the serene crisp surroundings while relaxing at any of their cafes. 

3. Kew Gardens

If you're looking for things to experience in London, then embark on a walk to remember with a trip to a beautiful wild botanical garden. Located in the scenic borough of Richmond, Kew Gardens has over 500 acres of woodland and the world’s largest and most diverse mycological collection. As you stroll through one of London’s most beautiful and floral greenspaces, you’ll be able to admire the flowers, trees, a great pagoda, and  a bamboo garden as well as check out the world’s largest Victorian glasshouse. 

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4. Kensington Gardens

Located directly next to Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens is one of London’s most popular greenspaces. Aside from being most famously known for being home to Kensington Palace, residence of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, you’ll also find an array of statues, memorials, and allotment areas dotted around the area. Ideal for a daytime autumn stroll, visitors can enjoy walking through the gorgeous Italian Gardens featuring ornamental, stone-carved urns, and a grand fountain made out of white marble.

5. Regent’s Park

With beautiful tree-lined pathways and over 12,000 roses Regent’s Park is certainly one of London’s most elegant greenspaces. With a serene lake, numerous historic statues, ponds, and around 100 species of wildlife, this park makes the perfect winter walk backdrop. Not only that, but if you head to Primrose Hill on the north side of the park you’ll find gorgeous, unparalleled views of the city.

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