London area of Hyde Park guide
What to do and where to stay in London's Hyde Park neighbourhood
Hyde Park is among the best city centre parks in the world, all the more awe-inspiring because it creates a virtually unbroken line of green space with Kensington Gardens, Green Park and St James's Park across the capital. Being slap-bang in the middle of town, it's surrounded by a vibrant collection of areas from plush Kensington on its south-western tip to the end of Oxford Street in the northeastern corner; with many luxury hotels dotted around the perimeter. Technically two different parks, Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens are in practical and historical terms one huge, merging expanse. Almost every kind of outdoor pursuit takes place within its 625 acres all year round. Horse-riding, rollerblading, swimming, boating, tennis, cycling, bowling and putting are just some of the formal activities catered for, while informal games of cricket, football, rugby and rounders regularly sprout up in the ‘Sports Field’ on the south side of the park. A number of famous London attractions are also housed within this central space. Hyde Park boasts Speaker's Corner and the Serpentine Lake, Lido and Gallery, while Kensington Palace, the Italian Gardens, Peter Pan statue, Albert Memorial and Diana Memorial Playground characterise Kensington Gardens. A full complement of events including free guided walks, concerts, workshops and entertainments complete the picture.
See our recommended nearby Hyde Park Hotels, Events, Sights and Attractions, Shopping, Restaurants, Pubs, Nightlife, Leisure, and Meeting Venues.
Hyde Park Hotels
London > Hotels > Luxury Chain Hotel
66 Knightsbridge, SW1X
Overlooking Hyde Park, the Mandarin Oriental in Knightsbridge is a wonderfully appointed luxury hotel well known worldwide for its top quality accommodation. Award winning restaurants, a ... More
London > Hotels > Luxury Chain Hotel
22-24 Basil Street, SW3
This discrete hotel on Basil Street, in Knightsbridge, was created by Scottish proprietor David Levin in 1971 and remains a privately owned family-run hotel to this ... More
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel
Bryanston Street, W1H
Located at one end of Oxford Street, one of London's most famous shopping districts, with Bond Street not far and Hyde Park opposite, this Art Deco ... More
Hyde Park Events
London > Events > Kids Events
Hyde Park, Rangers Lodge, Hyde Park, London W2
Sainsbury's is hosting a two day festival in Hyde Park this summer to celebrate the Queen's Diamond Jubilee. Visitors will be treated to live music and ... More
London > Events > Sporting Events
Hyde Park, Rangers Lodge, Hyde Park, London W2
There's a good reason why professional cyclists wear Lycra: to hold their privates in the right place so as to avoid unnecessary (not to mention painful) ... More
Hyde Park Sights and Attractions
London > Attractions > Parks and Gardens
The Boat House, Serpentine Road, London, Hyde Park, London W2
Fed by a pure underground spring, and set in the heart of London's gorgeous Hyde Park, the Serpentine Boating Lake is one of the most pleasant ... More
London > Attractions > Attractions for Kids
Hyde Park, London, Hyde Park, London W2
A year in the construction, this £3.6 million attraction opened in a blaze of farcical incompetence, as the architects discovered two shocking things: kids play in ... More
London > Attractions > Attractions for Kids
Nr Black Lion Gate Broad Walk, Kensington Gardens, London, Hyde Park, London W2
This truly magical place is a kiddie's wonderland and the ideal jaunt for family fun. The focal point of the commemorative Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial ... More
Hyde Park Shopping
Hyde Park Restaurants
London > Restaurants > Cafes and Delis
South Side of the Serpentine, Hyde Park, London, Hyde Park, London W2
Right by the lido in Hyde Park, this cafe has great views over the Serpentine lake and a stunning outdoor terrace and great facilities. It's entirely ... More
London > Restaurants > British restaurants
Serpentine Road, Hyde Park, London, Hyde Park, London W2
Formerly the Dell Cafe, the Serpentine Bar & Kitchen on the eastern edge of the Serpentine in Hyde Park has been given a facelift and is ... More
London > Restaurants > Russian restaurants
116 Knightsbridge, London, Hyde Park, London SW1X
Following the success of sister restaurants in St Petersburg, Moscow and New York, upmarket Russian restaurant Mari Vanna opens in London in December 2011. Dmitry Sergeyev ... More
Hyde Park Pubs
Hyde Park Nightlife
Hyde Park Leisure
London > Leisure > Activities
Hyde Park Pavilion Tennis and Bowls Centre, London, Hyde Park, London W2
It's not just kids who get a playground all to themselves. The over-60s can enjoy their own dedicated space in Hyde Park where London's first ever ... More
London > Leisure > Health and Beauty
Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, 66 Knightsbridge, London, Hyde Park, London SW1X
The vitality plunge pool, amethyst crystal steam room and zen colour therapy relaxation area are all part of the experience at The Spa at the Mandarin ... More
Hyde Park Meeting Venues
London > Business > Venue Hire
66 Knightsbridge, London, Hyde Park, London SW1X
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London > Business > Venue Hire
60 Knightsbridge, London, Hyde Park, London SW1X
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