Top 10 Family Walks Around London

Did you know it’s cherry blossom season? Now you do! In West London, you’ll find a blooming paradise of pink galore! With flourishing cherry blossom trees adorning most parks, along roads and around lakes, it really is a sight to behold.

If you’re looking for beautiful views of these pink flowers, here are the few places you can catch them before the petals fall:

• Greenwich Park
• Regents Park
• St James’s Par
• Kew Gardens
• Kensington Gardens
• St Paul’s Cathedral
• Kyoto Garden in Holland Park
• Alexandra Palace
• Crouch End

With billowing trees of pink, its effortlessly natural beauty is the perfect adventure for you to experience on your family walk around London.

If you like to be in the hubbub of Central London then you can’t get any better than the South Bank walk. You can leisurely stroll alongside the River Thames as you take in the hustle and bustle of London city life.

Did you know it’s officially known as The Queen’s Walk? It’ll take you from Tower Bridge to Lambeth Bridge. Where you can catch the iconic sights of London Bridge, Millennium Bridge, the Tate Modern and so much more.

Not only will you admire the stunning views across the River Thames, but you’ll find plenty of lovely spots to stop off and grab a bite to eat! And even a place to sit down and take in your surroundings.

If you’re looking for a family walk that is long, enjoyable and full of amazing views, we recommend the Princess Diana Memorial Walk.

A beautiful 7-mile walk that will take you through four Royal Parks:

• St James’s Park
• Green Park
• Hyde Park
• Kensington Gardens

Not only will you walk through the parks, but also pass 3 beautiful palaces and 2 mansions:

• Kensington Palace
• Buckingham Palace
• Clarence House
• St James’s Palace
• Spencer House

The family can enjoy a snapshot of the greenery in the city, lush vegetation and flourishing flowers. Not only that but you can also find Princess Diana’s Memorial Playground! With all sorts of play equipment like a pirate ship, a sensory trail, various sculptures, teepees and a soft beach!

It’s a brilliant walk that will showcase the best of London’s greenery which the whole family can enjoy!

Now what’s the best way to get your kids excited for some walking? DINOSAURS!

At Crystal Palace Park, there’s a whole host of giant dinos that are fun and easy to spot. Having opened in 1854 these dinos may not be anatomically correct…which may make them funny to look at. But as you wander through, you’ll see how they change as more evidence and science of the dinos came to light.

It’s somewhat educational, fun and a winner with every dino lover and an engaging spot for kids!

BUT did you know there’s also a maze here too? You can’t get any more walking than trying to find the centre of a maze. Make it a family competition and see who can make it there first! It’s one of the largest in the country and spans around 160 feet in diameter – so there’s plenty of exploring to be made! With its towering hedges and lots of paths – not to mention it’s FREE. You know the family will have an enjoyable day out here.

So, if you’re looking for beautiful gardens and the perfect spot to enjoy a picnic after your family walk – Crystal Palace is the place to go!

Looking to explore acres of woodland for your family day out? Sydenham Hill Wood is the perfect place.

With 11 hectares of ancient woodland and wildlife to wander through, you’ll be set for an enchanting woodland walk. You’ll find over 200 species of trees and plants and plenty of woodland creatures too! It’s also the largest remaining section of the Great North Wood.

Explore the largest open space in London in Epping Forest! With over 6,000 acres to wander around in, you’ll find plenty to discover.

One of the most famous walks to undergo is the Oak Trail which can take up to 3 hours in total! You’ll pass by an ancient Iron Age hill fort that will excite and wow anyone! Before ending near a Deer Sanctuary. If you’re lucky you may even spot some deer frolicking along the fields.

With lots of nature trails, farm tracks and footpaths the walk isn’t too challenging. It is popular for those who love mountain biking and walking their dogs. So, it’s definitely family-friendly!

You’ll start at Theydon Bois, where the first part of the trail will have you walking along rolling hills and past fields. Before heading into the ancient and enchanting woodland.

For the best self-guided walks, head to Hampstead Heath circular walk – one of London’s wildest green spaces.

Fancy catching London’s iconic skyline? Climb Parliament Hill for panoramic views of the skyline, featuring the London Eye and feast your eyes on the beautiful Kenwood House. With various walking routes that will take you through the prettiest spots of Hampstead Heath, you’ll be amazed at the beautiful green spaces you have near you! Don’t forget to make your way to the summit via Golders Hill Park! It’s truly spectacular.

There’s also 3 ponds to sit around at for some wildlife spotting and enjoying the sunny weather. Why not bring a picnic along and even a football?

Having been around since 1863, Alexandra Park acts as a haven in the bustling cityscape. Did you know there are 196 acres to explore? It attracts millions of visitors every year!

The beautiful park is home to over 694 different species of plants, animals and fungi. But that’s not all, you can also find 212 species of insects and 26 types of arachnids. So, it’s bursting with wildlife!

Along your walk, you can find blossoming trees, flourishing flowers, calm and scenic lakes and gentle rolling hills. With lush grass surrounding you, it’s the perfect spot in the summer to enjoy some lovely walks. Relax on the grassy beds and sunbathe, or head to the lake and enjoy a paddle in the Swan paddle boats!

Throughout the year, you’ll find exciting events for the family at Alexandra Park, so not only is it a great place for walking, but also for entertainment!

A hidden gem in North London, overlooking West Heath! This beautifully landscaped garden is enough to make anyone feel truly amazed.

Overgrown with winding vines and flourishing flowers, it becomes a truly enchanting slice of heaven. With wisteria curling around trellises in the spring or autumn leaves covering the floor. It’s simply magical!

A family walk here is one that you’ll all remember. From its towering columns and quaint architecture to the evergrowing bushes, vines and vegetation sprawling around you. It certainly has a magical touch.

Can you imagine anything more beautiful than a Japanese zen garden? You don’t even have to travel to Japan to take a look, because in Holland Park you’ll find a slice of Japan.

Nestled in the park, you’ll find a tranquil and peaceful cascading waterfall that flows effortlessly down into a calm pond. Which is full of beautiful koi carp!

With Japanese maple trees and vegetation surrounding the water and stone lanterns, it certainly creates an area of tranquillity.

You might even spot a few peacocks wandering around! So, if you’re looking for an area of London for a relaxing walk, we suggest Holland Park and its Kyoto Gardens. You can get lost in the trees, listen in to the bird calls around you and take a deeeep breath in and out… Ahhh.