Regent's Park, London

Name: Regent's Park
Address: Regent's Park, London, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 300 061 2300

#37 among attractions in London

Park, Relax in park

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Facts and practical information

Regent's Park, an expanse of green in the heart of London, is a quintessential part of the city's landscape and a beloved escape for both Londoners and tourists. This Royal Park, designed by John Nash in the early 19th century, spans 395 acres and is named after Prince Regent, who later became King George IV.

The park is a horticultural haven, with beautifully manicured gardens, including the Queen Mary's Gardens, which feature more than 12,000 roses of 400 varieties. It also hosts the Open Air Theatre, an institution that provides a unique theatrical experience with performances under the summer sky. The London Zoo, situated at the park's northern edge, is another popular attraction, offering a chance to explore a world of wildlife within the city.

Regent's Park is not only a place for relaxation and entertainment but also serves as a sports hub, with numerous pitches and courts available for football, rugby, softball, and tennis, among other activities. It features a boating lake where visitors can hire rowboats and pedal boats, adding a picturesque element to the park's landscape.

The park's wide avenues are lined with a variety of trees and plants, making it a perfect spot for a leisurely stroll or a morning jog. The park's higher ground affords magnificent views of the London skyline, with the London Eye and The Shard visible in the distance.

Alternative names: Area: 0.64 mi²Elevation: 131 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 51°31'40"N, 0°9'13"W

Address

Camden (Regent's Park)London United Kingdom

Contact

+44 300 061 2300

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Day trips

Regent's Park – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Madame Tussauds, ZSL London Zoo, Marylebone High Street, Sherlock Holmes Museum.

~1840 ftS
Museum, Specialty museum
Madame Tussauds, London
9 min walk • Madame Tussauds is an iconic wax museum located in the heart of London, United Kingdom. Established by wax sculptor Marie Tussaud in 1835, it has become a hallmark attraction, drawing millions of visitors each year. Known for its lifelike wax figures, the museum hosts...
0.5 miN
Zoo, Outdoor activities, Park
ZSL London Zoo, London
14 min walk • ZSL London Zoo, nestled in the heart of England's vibrant capital, is a historic and beloved institution that has been enchanting visitors with its diverse collection of animals since its opening in 1828. As the world's oldest scientific zoo, it was originally intended...
0.6 miS
Shopping, Street, Shopping district
Marylebone High Street, London
15 min walk • Nestled in the heart of London's West End, Marylebone High Street exudes charm and sophistication, offering a respite from the bustling crowds of nearby Oxford Street. This elegant thoroughfare is a destination for those who seek a more refined shopping experience...
~1810 ftSW
Home to Sherlock Holmes displays
Sherlock Holmes Museum, London
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of London, the Sherlock Holmes Museum is a delightful destination for fans of the legendary detective created by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Located at 221B Baker Street, the very address that Holmes fictionally resided at, this museum offers an...
~1910 ftSW
Street
221B Baker Street, London
10 min walk • 221B Baker Street is the London address of the fictional detective Sherlock Holmes, created by author Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. In the United Kingdom, postal addresses with a number followed by a letter may indicate a separate address within a larger, often residential building.
0.4 miS
Monuments and statues, Sculpture
Statue of Sherlock Holmes, London
10 min walk • A statue of Sherlock Holmes by the sculptor John Doubleday stands near the supposed site of 221B Baker Street, the fictional detective's address in London. Unveiled on 23 September 1999, the sculpture was funded by the Abbey National building society, whose headquarters were on the purported site of the famous address.
0.4 miE
Museum, Specialty museum
Royal College of Physicians, London
11 min walk • The Royal College of Physicians is a British professional membership body dedicated to improving the practice of medicine, chiefly through the accreditation of physicians by examination.
~1970 ftN
Memorial
Readymoney Drinking Fountain, London
10 min walk • The Readymoney Drinking Fountain, also occasionally known as the Parsee Fountain, is a Grade II listed structure near the middle of the Broad Walk footpath on the east side of Regent's Park, in London.
~340 ftNW
Theater, Concerts and shows
Regent's Park Open Air Theatre, London
2 min walk • Regent's Park Open Air Theatre is an open-air theatre in Regent's Park in central London.
0.4 miSE
Square
Park Square Gardens, London
10 min walk • Park Square is a large garden square or private appendix to Regent's Park in London and is split from a further green, the long northern side of Park Crescent, by Marylebone Road and Regent's Park tube station.
~1900 ftS
Church, Neoclassical architecture
St. Marylebone Parish Church, London
10 min walk • St Marylebone Parish Church is an Anglican church on the Marylebone Road in London. It was built to the designs of Thomas Hardwick in 1813–17. The present site is the third used by the parish for its church. The first was further south, near Oxford Street. The church there was demolished in 1400 and a new one erected further north.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Regent's Park?

Nearby attractions include Regent's Park Open Air Theatre, London (2 min walk), Royal Academy of Music Museum, London (8 min walk), Sherlock Holmes Museum, London (9 min walk), Madame Tussauds, London (9 min walk).

How to get to Regent's Park by public transport?

The nearest stations to Regent's Park:

Bus

Park Road / Ivor Place • Lines: 113, 13, 139, 189, 274, N113 (9 min walk)
Harley Street • Lines: 30 (10 min walk)

Metro

Baker Street • Lines: Bakerloo, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Jubilee, Metropolitan (10 min walk)
Regent's Park • Lines: Bakerloo (11 min walk)

Train

London Marylebone (13 min walk)
London Euston (22 min walk)