Deer grazes in Richmond Park in front of autumnal trees and the London skyline.

Parks and outdoor London

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Reflections of trees in the water surrounding the Sackler Bridge at Kew Gardens. 101 things to do outdoors
A deer in between trees at Richmond Park in London. All the best London parks
A woman in a pink top walks through a green space in front of Canary Wharf. Explore the National Park City
Woman on Thames boat ride in front of Tower Bridge Insta-worthy river tours

Outdoor activities

From sunrise to sunset there’s no need to step inside in London, whatever the time of year. Thanks to its abundance of green spaces and outdoor activities, London is the world's first National Park City. Relax in the best London parks, visit world-famous spots such as Kew Gardens and Hyde Park, grab a bite to eat at an alfresco restaurant, bag a bargain at outdoor markets in London, make a summer splash at an outdoor pool or go for a spin at winter ice rinks.

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Find outdoor events in London

Woman wearing sunglasses and glitter at the South West Four music festival in London. London music festivals
People watch a film on a big screen outside Kensington Palace in London at dusk. Outdoor cinemas

Wander around outdoor markets

People browsing through stalls of books at the Southbank Centre Book Market. Best markets
Columbia Road Flower Market

Tickets, hotels and offers

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London cycling and walking lowdown

A cyclist smiles while riding a Santander Cycle along a cycle path in London How to cycle in London
Best cycle routes
Girl and boy smiling walk side by side over Westminster Bridge in London London walks

Discover outdoor spaces in London

Medieval and art deco building of Eltham Palace in Greenwich. Best 16 London gardens
Ornate entrance to the Egyptian Avenue at Highgate Cemetery, London London’s historic cemeteries
Mudchute Farm and Park on the Isle of Dogs with skyscrapers and blue sky in the background and sheep in the foreground. City farms

Get stuck into outdoor activities in London

People sit on green lawns in Greenwich Park in front of a view of the London skyline. Top picnic areas
Groups of people on pedalos on the Serpentine in Hyde Park in London on a sunny day. Swimming, boating and lidos
Street art

Dine alfresco at London restaurants, pubs and bars

Rooftop terrace restaurant with chairs and tables set out or dining, with London skyline in distance. Best outdoor restaurants
Two people with drinks sit on a yellow picnic-style table on a sunny day, with London's skyline behind. Beer gardens
A busy rooftop bar with fairy lights and stunning views across London's skyline. Rooftop bars

Spend an afternoon by the river Thames 

Plan an epic Thames day out
Perfect riverside pubs
London bridges are lit up along the Thames at night with the skyline. See the Illuminated River