{"id":51627,"date":"2023-09-27T12:32:42","date_gmt":"2023-09-27T12:32:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/?p=51627"},"modified":"2025-11-13T12:56:30","modified_gmt":"2025-11-13T12:56:30","slug":"london-royal-park-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/london-royal-park-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"An Informative Guide to London\u2019s Royal Parks"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"has-body-1-font-size\">Discover our guide to London\u2019s Royal Parks and the many urban forests in the heart of the capital. From the history to activities, explore our guide here.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p class=\"has-body-1-font-size\">When planning a city break, scenes of soaring skyscrapers and bustling streets immediately spring to mind. London, however, has another side: a greener, more tranquil side. The capital famously has something for everyone, with each of its 32 boroughs offering a different experience to its visitors and residents: from futuristic Canary Wharf to historic Mayfair and from the serene boulevards of Kensington and Chelsea to the artistic haven of Hackney. But one feature that all the boroughs boast is an abundance of green space, open for all to enjoy the fresh air and an opportunity to return to nature.<\/p>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"577\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Green-Park-View_new-x2-1024x577.avif\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"View of The Ritz London from Green Park\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Green-Park-View_new-x2-1024x577.avif 1024w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Green-Park-View_new-x2-300x169.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Green-Park-View_new-x2-768x433.avif 768w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Green-Park-View_new-x2-1536x866.avif 1536w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Green-Park-View_new-x2.avif 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-body-1-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">In 2022, an in-depth study by NerdWallet named London Europe\u2019s greenest city, with the capital topping the list of Europe\u2019s 30 most populated cities as the place to go for green space. With over 3,000 parks and gardens, London comfortably came out on top in comparison to cities such as Marseille and Rome, which ranked 9th and 10th, with just 68 and 63 green spaces, respectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-body-1-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">As the city also takes great strides in improving its air quality, London is increasingly becoming an attractive eco-tourism destination with plenty of sustainable tourist activities to enjoy. Let us take you on an insightful amble through the famous parks in London, unlocking the secrets of the eight Royal Parks and the secluded pockets of nature which hide within Mayfair\u2019s winding streets, just moments away from your suite at The Ritz.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"516\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Deckchairs-1024x516.avif\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Striped deckchairs in a park\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Deckchairs-1024x516.avif 1024w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Deckchairs-300x151.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Deckchairs-768x387.avif 768w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Deckchairs-1536x774.avif 1536w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Deckchairs.avif 1900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"> \u00a9 Time Out<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-header-2-font-size\">The Royal Parks of London<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-body-1-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Have you ever wondered why London\u2019s great parks are often located near palaces? The origin story of the Royal Parks of London is not entirely as benevolent as the charity is today. As the name suggests, the royal parks were once the playgrounds of kings and queens, as the green spaces were historically land owned by the royal family and used for hunting, horse riding, and idle recreation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"516\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Greenwich-1024x516.avif\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Historical painting of Greenwich Park\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Greenwich-1024x516.avif 1024w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Greenwich-300x151.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Greenwich-768x387.avif 768w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Greenwich-1536x773.avif 1536w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Greenwich.avif 1901w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">&nbsp;\u00a9 Royal Museums Greenwich<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-body-1-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">King Henry VIII is said to have commandeered land owned by Catholic monks in the 1500s to have more space to roam and hunt for himself. Thankfully, King Charles I opened Hyde Park to the public in 1637, and well, the rest is history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-body-1-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Colloquially known as the \u2018lungs of London\u2019, the Royal Parks play host to millions of visitors each year, with children prancing in fountains, families enjoying sunny picnics, couples taking romantic walks through the forests and friends competing in marathons. We invite you to explore the beauty and biodiversity of London\u2019s Royal Parks for a moment or two of blissful respite before a trip to the theatre or a day\u2019s shopping during your trip to the capital. Here is our guide to the eight Royal Parks of London.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-header-3-font-size\">Hyde Park<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-body-1-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Arguably the most famous park in London, Hyde Park has it all. Historically, the home of society events, including the Great Exhibition of 1851, some things never change. Today, the park hosts events that are the capital\u2019s most sought-after tickets, such as the British Summertime Festival. Events aside, Hyde Park boasts the stunning Serpentine Lake, perfect for pedalos, swimming or simply gazing into on a summer\u2019s day. Visiting during the festive season? The warming scent of Christmas spices fills the air as the trees are adorned with twinkling fairy lights for the arrival of Winter Wonderland, one of London\u2019s must-do Christmas activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"513\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Winter-Wonderland-1024x513.avif\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Colourful archway of lights at Winter Wonderland\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Winter-Wonderland-1024x513.avif 1024w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Winter-Wonderland-300x150.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Winter-Wonderland-768x385.avif 768w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Winter-Wonderland-1536x770.avif 1536w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Winter-Wonderland.avif 1900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">&nbsp;\u00a9 IMG<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-header-3-font-size\">The Green Park<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-body-1-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">We lovingly consider The Green Park an extended garden of The Ritz. While the view of The Green Park from your suite may be as pretty as a picture, we implore you to switch your Ritz slippers for walking shoes to explore its natural charm. Wildflowers abound during a peaceful post-breakfast stroll. Or perhaps take a moment of quiet contemplation at one of its three war memorials: the Canada Memorial, the Bomber Command Memorial, and the Memorial Gates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"515\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GreenParkGate-1024x515.avif\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Green Park Canada Gate\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GreenParkGate-1024x515.avif 1024w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GreenParkGate-300x151.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GreenParkGate-768x386.avif 768w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GreenParkGate-1536x773.avif 1536w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GreenParkGate.avif 1900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">&nbsp;\u00a9 Royal Parks<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-header-3-font-size\">Richmond Park<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-body-1-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">At first glance, it isn&#8217;t easy to believe that Richmond Park is in London at all. With scenes of golden woodland, red and fallow deer roaming freely, and wild wetlands as far as the eye can see, a walk in Richmond Park truly feels like an escape to the country. Introduced by Charles I when he used the land as a hunting park, today, the wild deer graze the land at leisure, playing a key role in maintaining the landscape as nature intended. While happy to feature on your Instagram feed, the deer like their own spac,e so don\u2019t be tempted to get too close!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"517\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Richmond-Deer-1024x517.avif\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Herd of Deer in Richmond Park\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Richmond-Deer-1024x517.avif 1024w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Richmond-Deer-300x151.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Richmond-Deer-768x388.avif 768w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Richmond-Deer-1536x775.avif 1536w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Richmond-Deer.avif 1900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\u00a9 National Geographic<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-header-3-font-size\">Greenwich Park<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-body-1-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Greenwich Park is certainly one to tick off your London bucket list, an area steeped in rich history and home to stunning skyline views, whether visiting on a family day out or for a romantic sunset stroll. Discover the history behind Greenwich Mean Time and stand with one foot in the eastern hemisphere and the other in the west at Longitude 0\u00b0. Or bask in the views of the historic Old Royal Naval College, across the Thames to Canary Wharf. We recommend a hearty <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/dine-with-us\/the-ritz-restaurant\/breakfast\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">English breakfast<\/a><\/strong> beforehand as the walk up to the observatory will soon clock up your step count.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"514\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Greenwich-View-1024x514.avif\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Two children looking at view of London skyline\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Greenwich-View-1024x514.avif 1024w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Greenwich-View-300x151.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Greenwich-View-768x386.avif 768w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Greenwich-View-1536x771.avif 1536w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Greenwich-View.avif 1900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"> \u00a9 Royal Museums Greenwich<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-header-3-font-size\">St James\u2019s Park<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-body-1-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Today it is known as the place to be for any royal or state event, from admiring the weekly Changing of the Guard ceremony outside Buckingham Palace to jostling for a space along the Mall to catch a glimpse of a royal carriage at a jubilee. However, St James\u2019s Park had humble beginnings as an area of wild marshland. Across the centuries, a series of royals have polished the park with formal landscaping, creating water features and winding paths for a park worthy of its royal neighbours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"516\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/St-James-Park-1024x516.avif\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"View over water of St James Park duck pond\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/St-James-Park-1024x516.avif 1024w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/St-James-Park-300x151.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/St-James-Park-768x387.avif 768w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/St-James-Park-1536x774.avif 1536w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/St-James-Park.avif 1900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\u00a9 St James&#8217;s London<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-header-3-font-size\">Bushy Park<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-body-1-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Idyllically located next to Hampton Court Palace, Bushy Park is just the place for a relaxing weekend in peace in nature. Allow your to-do list or travel stress to float away as nature performs a spectacular display before your eyes: kingfishers majestically swooping into the wetland ponds, wild deer idly grazing on grassland and swathes of native wildflowers swaying gently in the breeze. And breathe\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"497\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Bushy_Park-1024x497.avif\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Cyclist amongst trees in Bucky Park\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Bushy_Park-1024x497.avif 1024w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Bushy_Park-300x146.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Bushy_Park-768x373.avif 768w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Bushy_Park-1536x746.avif 1536w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Bushy_Park.avif 1980w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">&nbsp;\u00a9 Home Views<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-header-3-font-size\">The Regent\u2019s Park &amp; Primrose Hill<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-body-1-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Come October, The Regent\u2019s Park comes alive as London\u2019s number one artistic destination, and the contemporary art fair, Frieze, arrives in the park. Even if you aren\u2019t in the market to build your collection, sculptures appear around the park from mid-September until mid-November, free for all to admire. In need of date night inspiration? Look no further than a sunset promenade up Primrose Hill for the ultimate skyline view of central London.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"516\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Primrose-Hill-2-1024x516.avif\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"View of pink sunset and London Skyline\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Primrose-Hill-2-1024x516.avif 1024w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Primrose-Hill-2-300x151.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Primrose-Hill-2-768x387.avif 768w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Primrose-Hill-2-1536x774.avif 1536w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Primrose-Hill-2.avif 1900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\u00a9 Secret London<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-header-3-font-size\">Kensington Gardens<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-body-1-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Kensington Gardens is filled with magic and wonder, especially for younger visitors. Author J. M. Barrie used to live in the local area and was inspired by the gardens to write the classic novel Peter Pan. Since 1912, a statue of Peter Pan has stood to the west of The Long Water, inspiring all the children who visit him never to grow up!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"516\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Peter-Pan-1024x516.avif\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Old fashioned photo of child pointing at Peter Pan statue\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Peter-Pan-1024x516.avif 1024w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Peter-Pan-300x151.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Peter-Pan-768x387.avif 768w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Peter-Pan-1536x774.avif 1536w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Peter-Pan.avif 1900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\u00a9 London Transport Museum<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-header-2-font-size\">The Local Neighbourhood Parks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-body-1-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">London not only boasts great expanses of green space such as the Royal Parks, but also each neighbourhood is lucky enough to enjoy small havens of nature, even in the most urban areas. The Ritz is perfectly positioned for a walk to the beautiful Mayfair Gardens, located just minutes away from the hotel. The ideal way to enjoy some sunshine before a delicious English breakfast or some fresh air after an indulgent <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/dine-with-us\/the-ritz-restaurant\/mayfair-lunch\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>lunch in the Two Michelin Star Ritz Restaurant<\/strong>,<\/a> discover the Mayfair parks that are sure to add a touch of natural beauty to any Ritz stay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-header-3-font-size\">Mount Street Gardens<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-body-1-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Situated a ten-minute meander from The Ritz, Mount Street Gardens is a green oasis where you can appreciate the sweet sounds of bird song and the rustling of leaves. Peaceful and picturesque, it\u2019s just the spot to take a mindful moment on one of the benches lining the gardens before continuing your day in Mayfair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"516\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Mount-Street-Gardens-1024x516.avif\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Benches lining park in front of red brick houses\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Mount-Street-Gardens-1024x516.avif 1024w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Mount-Street-Gardens-300x151.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Mount-Street-Gardens-768x387.avif 768w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Mount-Street-Gardens-1536x774.avif 1536w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Mount-Street-Gardens.avif 1900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-header-3-font-size\">Grosvenor Square<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-body-1-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Just a few streets away sits Grosvenor Square, the second-largest square in London. This will be a must-visit spot for literary enthusiasts as it is name-checked several times in the works of Oscar Wilde, who lived in Grosvenor Square in the 1880s. Whether visiting for its history or its charm, Grosvenor Square is a beloved feature of Mayfair for residents and tourists alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-header-3-font-size\">Berkeley Square<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-body-1-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">As the famous song goes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-body-1-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">\u2018That certain night, the night we met,<br>There was magic abroad in the air,<br>There were angels dining at the Ritz<br>And a nightingale sang in Berkeley Square\u2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-body-1-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">The Ritz and Berkeley Square will always be in the hearts of many of our guests who have enjoyed our resident pianist playing the classic tune while enjoying <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/dine-with-us\/afternoon-tea\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">afternoon tea in The Palm Court<\/a><\/strong>. Mere moments from 150 Piccadilly, no trip is complete without a visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-header-3-font-size\">St James\u2019s Square<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-body-1-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Featuring a striking equestrian statue by John Bacon of William III, St James\u2019s Square welcomes visitors to enjoy its peaceful surroundings for some much-needed relaxation during a Jermyn Street shopping trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"517\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/st_james_square2_original-1024x517.avif\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Statue of man on a horse in a park\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/st_james_square2_original-1024x517.avif 1024w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/st_james_square2_original-300x152.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/st_james_square2_original-768x388.avif 768w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/st_james_square2_original-1536x776.avif 1536w, https:\/\/www.theritzlondon.com\/content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/st_james_square2_original.avif 1900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-body-1-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">From meadows as far as the horizon reaches to hidden green gems, London is home to an impressive and varied collection of parks and gardens. No matter where your next trip to London takes you, take a moment to return to nature, even right in the heart of the capital.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Discover our guide to London\u2019s Royal Parks and the many urban forests in the heart of the capital. 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