Hyde Park vs Regents Park: Which to visit?
Battle lines are drawn as we go on a quest to see which of the two Royal Parks takes the number one spot. Summer is here and Britons and international visitors make their way to outdoor spaces around the city to catch some sun and enjoy the warm weather. If it’s your first time visiting London, you might be wondering which of the two parks to visit. We break-down the ups and downs of each park to help you decide on which to visit.
Hyde Park
If you are a guest at the Grand Royale Hyde Park, you are in for a treat! The hotel is located at the footsteps of one of the most visited parks in London. Right in the centre of a concrete jungle boasting the finest English architecture you will find the largest green space in the city. The iconic landmark connects the official residence of ‘Her Majesty’ to Kensington Palace and its gardens.
A summer treat awaits both Londoners and tourists at one of eight Royal Parks that opened its gates to the public in 1637. The 142 hectares park attracts international artists, hosting some of the biggest concerts and events in London. Although this is a highlight for some, others have found it to be too noisy with too many tourists.
There are lots to do at the park, from paddling and taking a dip in the Serpentine, to taking long walks in the Rose Garden and visiting memorial sites like the Animals at War Memorial. The location of the park is also quite central, close to other attractions like Royal Albert Hall, Houses of Parliament, Asley House, and Oxford Street.
Regent’s Park
This park is situated on the north-west end of London, between Camden and the City of Westminster. The Regent’s Park is home to central London’s largest outdoor sports area and features four children’s playgrounds, large open spaces and formal gardens.
Its diverse flora and fauna include a vast wetland and, over 100 species of wild bird and breeding population of hedgehog. There are over 12,000 flower beds which sit in Queen Mary’s Garden. Regent Park is a great option for those looking to get away from the tourist crowd and spend time in a quiet setting with a good book.
Some of the highlights at the park include a large open-air theatre, London Zoo and Primrose Hill. One of the things to note is the park is a little further away from the action in the main city centre and unlike Hyde Park, visitors need to bring their own chairs to the park.
It is safe to say that both parks have their pros and cons, and depending on what are you looking for, London Parks are among the best city spaces in the word. So, who takes the number one spot? We will leave that up to you to decide and, while you are at it, also check out these London Hotels Special Offers.