Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Fountain

From a sad end, there is so much fun today. A revolutionary "fountain" with running water, pools to play in, the guardianship of swans and friends, the memories of Diana flow fast within the memorial channels. Well done.

This is a touching memorial to Princess Diana on the south side of The Serpentine in Hyde Park. The memorial was opened to the public in 2004 and can be visited from 10am to 6pm daily. What you will find is 545 pieces of Cornish granite shaped and organised in a manner that aims to reflect Diana's life with water flowing in two directions, cascading, swirling and bubbling along in a peaceful manner before merging into a calm pool. It is a elegant design and monument respectful to the memory of Diana. This is a memorial well worth giving 15-20 minutes of your time to appreciate while spending time at Hyde Park.

An engineering masterpiece, worth a visit. No toilets though. Which may explain the smell of the water being circulated and the slight taste of cheesy feet.

Well maintained playground. It is Peter pan themed and mostly made of wood. The sand pit is fun. The lagoon is open only in summer, though. It's one of the best playgrounds we've been to in London. There are also washrooms right outside the playground.

A beautiful quiet corner in Hyde Park and a silent fountain in memory of a Wonderful Human 🙏

Very nice place for kids Just don’t forget to bring them their swim suits 🥰

Busy buzzing port. You can hire fishing boats, long tail boats, catermaran. Vibrant and full of life.

A beautiful tribute in a wonderful park. Please spend time exploring the different memorials, statues, and art works of Hyde Park when in London!

From a sad end, there is so much fun today. A revolutionary "fountain" with running water, pools to play in, the guardianship of swans and friends, the memories of Diana flow fast within the memorial channels. Well done.

This is a touching memorial to Princess Diana on the south side of The Serpentine in Hyde Park. The memorial was opened to the public in 2004 and can be visited from 10am to 6pm daily. What you will find is 545 pieces of Cornish granite shaped and organised in a manner that aims to reflect Diana's life with water flowing in two directions, cascading, swirling and bubbling along in a peaceful manner before merging into a calm pool. It is a elegant design and monument respectful to the memory of Diana. This is a memorial well worth giving 15-20 minutes of your time to appreciate while spending time at Hyde Park.

An engineering masterpiece, worth a visit. No toilets though. Which may explain the smell of the water being circulated and the slight taste of cheesy feet.

Well maintained playground. It is Peter pan themed and mostly made of wood. The sand pit is fun. The lagoon is open only in summer, though. It's one of the best playgrounds we've been to in London. There are also washrooms right outside the playground.

A beautiful quiet corner in Hyde Park and a silent fountain in memory of a Wonderful Human 🙏

Very nice place for kids Just don’t forget to bring them their swim suits 🥰

Busy buzzing port. You can hire fishing boats, long tail boats, catermaran. Vibrant and full of life.

A beautiful tribute in a wonderful park. Please spend time exploring the different memorials, statues, and art works of Hyde Park when in London!

What an amazing and beautiful place w lovely flora and fauna. The evening walks are just wonderful and very safe. Lovely staff and helpful locals Lovers about kidding and snogging paying no one any attention. Just a great place to visit. Grab a bench and people watch. I'll be back.

Gorgeous and expansive park in the middle of London, however, there are parts that feel quite remote. We walked through Hyde Park on our way from Marylebone to Royal Albert Hall. There was so much to see! There were plenty of walking trails as well as waterfront views on the Serpentine where people were paddle boating. We traversed the park in the morning and then again in the afternoon. It was stunning no matter what time of day and being out in public just feeding off the great vibes. In addition to the walking trails, there were bike lanes as well as large flat fields where people were playing sports, picnicking and conversing. The people of London are really fortunate to have such a beautiful and bountiful place to kick back and relax. This is what third spaces is all about!

Great park for walking or just relaxing in the shade or sunshine. Tremendous wildlife and attractions for the whole family. Plenty of options for food and refreshments all around.

Hyde Park is truly fantastic. Was staying close to here when in London, and ended up running around the area a few times. Plenty of places to go, flowers to see, and treats to get (after the run).

This is a beautiful park to walk around, rest or picnic. We came here to kill some time before we go have tea.

I was able to attend the Morgan Wallen 4th of July concert in Hyde Park London! What a beautiful and tranquil walk to our viewing suite. Stunning surroundings. The tree lined pathways made for a lovely walk.

This is perhaps one of the most beautiful parks I've visited in a long time - I felt very at peace here! I went around 7pm as the sun was setting and the views didn't disappoint whatsoever. I'm extremely grateful to have experienced the sunset. It felt safe, and I didn't have any negative experiences at all. A great place to go with kids or your dog! I'm a lady and I went with my sister and we were totally okay, even after dark.

Hyde Park was founded in 1637 and is 350 acres large in Westminster, London. It is the largest of the park & forms a chain from Kensington Palace through Kensington Gardens, Buckingham Palace to St James's Park. This park has a lot of history, but today we could visit the marble arch, go to the speakers corner, ride a horse on rotten row, tour Apsley House from 1871, stand under the Wellington Arch, admire the Queen Elizabeth Gate, ride a boat on Serpent Lake, visit both galleries, find the Diana Memorial Fountain, visit the holocaust memorial, find the reformers tree ... Many concerts have been held on the parade grounds. During the summer there is swimming in Serpent Lake & at Christmas time there's a Winter Wonderland here. It was a sunny day & I enjoyed a stroll.

Where to start? We walked through Hyde park with our local friends and their dog. Jessie was off leash as were several other dogs. There were people on horseback as well. No dog fights or chasing the ponies. Our friends would leash her up where it was necessary. This just isn't something I've seen in Southern California. The flowers were beautiful. And it was clean and I felt safe.

How could I not stop by Hyde Park. Another nod to Bridgerton and the regency novels I grew up on. Fresh green grass and lawns where folks were out playing or sunbathing. Was a nice quiet walk and I had fun people watching. If you continue through they allow you to board or paddle on the water and also have rentals. Be careful the lawn chairs are 4£ per hour and the toilets are 20p so bring change if you will be staying onsite for a bit. A few good stops scattered through Hyde park sell ice cream and smoothies and beer! Super cute area and definitely a beautiful site to see in person!

Hyde Park was one of my very first stops upon moving to London, and for that, it will always have a special place in my heart. Like most parks in the city, Hyde Park is a great place to walk, jog, read, picnic, or hang with friends.

Hyde Park is a large beautiful historic park in London that attracts as many tourists as it attracts locals. There are many beautiful sites to visit and enjoy while strolling through the park. There are also a great variety of restaurants and activities inside and outside the park.

Great park for a number of activities. Great for just taking a stroll, seeing nature, and enjoy the playground for the kids, or enjoying the lake/pond. The restaurant at the water is nice so you can enjoy food and drink while watching people and animals on the water. They also have boats to get out on the water.

When the weather is great, there are few better public spaces to spend your day. Our hotel was located nearby and we started and ended everyday in Hyde park.

If the weather is nice, this is a MUST!! This park is stunning and is great for walking and running. We had a lovely walk through the park in the late afternoon enjoying the greenery and everything around us. We were there during the tail end of winter, so I am sure in the spring that it is even prettier. We walked almost the entire length of the park and back which was so nice. The lake has lots of birds for those that enjoy that and want to see them. I highly recommend going to the park if you're visiting London and have the time.

One of the largest parks in London, there's a lot to Hyde Park. Well maintained trails weave throughout the park by monuments, memorials, gardens, and other fun finds. There are restrooms that cost 20 pence via credit card. There's also a playground my six-year-old daughter enjoyed south of the pond with paddle boats.

Iconic park in London with fun statues (like Peter Pan featured in the Hook movie starring Robin Williams) or significant memorials (like Princess Diana's fountain or the Queen Victoria); not to mention the awesome Kensington Palace & Gardens. There is a lake with paddle boats and several bike stations for rent. There are a few kiosks dispersed around the park which sells hot drinks, snacks and ice cream.

Take a rejuvenating walk in the park. Re-energize! One of my favorite parks to walk and refresh my tired bones. Diving into the living green is healing in so many ways. Every city should require a park. It is the living soul of the concrete Jungle. For public transportation, many buses stop here as well as an Underground metro station. I like to arrive at Paddington Train Station and take a pleasant walk to the Serpentine in the park. Lovely!

Quite a nice place! Very big, has a lake with suuuper cute birds in the center. Home to Kensington Palace on the west side, along with a little lake in front of it. In the north of the park there are some more wooded areas. The one thing I'm not crazy about is that it's all very manicured grass and homogeneous, so it's not my absolute favorite park in London; but still, very amazing nonetheless! And a well-kept secret and the greatest thing about it is the area of the green parakeets :))) They also have a cute cafe right on the lake, and you can rent boats to go out boating. The price for that isn't bad at all, and it's such a fun activity to do on a sunny day! I loved boating here one weekend and passing by all of the cool ducks and swans on the lake. And finally, there's also Serpentine art museum where I went with dad earlier! It had some pretty artsy out-there exhibits, including a huge room decorated from floor to ceiling with personages from books and people just sitting around chilling..and even a VR room where you could put on a VR headset and voyage through space with weird alien-like species..!

A must see if you are in London and want some greenery. Quite often you will walk through a little bit of this huge park on route to other destinations and sightseeing whilst in London. Its worthy of a visit.

This is still one of my favorite city parks of all time. It's almost entirely flat and there's so many beautiful spots to explore. There are gardens, a lake, beautiful monuments, the Princess Diana memorial, and more. There's a cafe along the lake, many benches, and cute lawn chairs for rent. While London is usually rainy, I'd love to have a picnic here one day and spend the whole day here. A must-visit when in London!

Beautiful park Best for waking running There are many religious scholars debating there own religion in speaker Conner .

Hyde Park is a jewel in the heart of London. We walked several miles admiring the artful landscapes and taking in the fragrance of gorgeous flowers and trees. I was happy to see and smell the heavenly fragrance of one of my favorites, the Mexican Orange Blossom tree. There's the Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Fountain where kids are invited to play in, the Serpentine lake where people can swim, but I wouldn't because of the many ducks, coots, and swans that make it their home. My hubs and I grabbed a couple of tasty sandwiches at the Lido Cafe and sat watching people in blue paddle boats make their way across the lake. The sculptures, fountains, and art are truly beautiful. I'm hoping to go on Sunday to the Speakers Corner where people have historically stood to speak about social justice issues or whatever topic is dear to them.

I walked through here on a Saturday morning when I was in town for the London Marathon. I had planned to check out the Princess Diana Memorial Fountain, but that wasn't open until 10 am. I walked along the path next to The Serpentine heading towards Hyde Park Corner. There were many geese, swans, and other birds all along the edge of the water. I noticed that there were signs that said no swimming. However there were people swimming in the water. I believe they were part of the Serpentine Swimming Club. This was such a spacious and beautiful park for people to get in a run or a leisurely walk.

Perfect place to relax after a long day in London. Love going for a run here early in the morning. Have even seen a prince riding a hoarse early in the morning .

Hyde Park was a nice time. There were various walkways for bikes and pedestrians and lots of green spaces. throughout the park, there were interesting statues. In the middle of the park, there was a large lake with paddle boats. My only complaint is that you had to walk a long way to the bus stops. It was great to see a large number of people enjoying the outdoors.

A great place for long strolls. So many off leash dogs but not once did I see a misbehaving one or anything left behind them. The paddleboats are fun and you can loop around most of the Serpentine in just half an hour. A great way to get close to the birds and enjoy time with the family.

I ADORED Hyde Park! It was absolutely gorgeous and kept in such pristine condition. I especially enjoyed walking along The Serpentine and visiting the Rose Garden. There were also quite a few birds and some brave swans waddling around. Overall this park is stunning and a staple of London. I could visit this park every day and never get tired of it.

Wow, well Hyde Park is definitely one of my top 10 places to visit when in London. The park is ginormous and has plenty of footpaths and trails to go walking or jogging on. I recently visited here with a friend I hadn't seen in over 9 years, and we rented two of the deck chairs and had a great time. Just sitting in the sun with a couple of ciders made the afternoon wonderful. Towards the center of Hyde Park there is a huge lake where you can rent peddle boats, which is always fun on a summer's afternoon. There's also several restaurants that you can go and eat at. Overall this park is one of the best that London has to offer, if you're visiting London, you have to come here!!

Hyde Park. It's 350 acres of trails and dogs off-leash and fountains and swans. It's horses and riders, beautiful old trees with fabulous fall colors. It's in the most beautiful neighborhood. It has the best hot chocolate in a little cafe near a water feature for Prince Albert. Spend the day here and imagine King Henry using the area as his favorite hunting ground before opening it up to everyone to use. Then go see Kensington Palace at the end. Best day ever.

One thing that I can say about London is that they have some of the most breathtaking parks that I've ever seen. Hyde Park is a perfect example of this. Who knew that London was so enchantingly green?! I guess it makes sense with all of the rain that falls year around. I visited Hyde Park twice while I was in London. One measly visit just wasn't enough. Hell, twice really isn't much. But with all of the other exploring that I wanted to do, that was all the time that I could afford. But you best believe that if I had more time, I would I have hung out there for days. This park is immense! It's composed of several large grassy areas that are all lined with trees and tons of paved walking paths that will lead you to all parts of the park. There's a plethora of wildlife ranging from geese to squirrels, to different species of birds. In the middle of the park you'll find a beautiful lake known as the Serpentine that truly sparkles from every angle. There's also a small pond known as Round Pond where families of geese like to hibernate. There are a few different gardens located within the park with one of the most notable being the Kensington Gardens. You can walk through the Kensington Gardens by way of the flower walk. It's a gorgeous pathway affixed with several different colorful flowers and shrubs. Also within the park is the historic Kensington Palace, the Serpentine Galleries, Hyde Park Holocaust Memorial, the Princess Diana Memorial, and the stunning Albert Memorial. This is a great place to bring children! I saw so many kids in the park. They have a few playgrounds sprawled throughout, but they'll still be entertained either way. You'll spot runners, dog walkers, tourists, and families strolling through the park. It's heavily trafficked but not overcrowded. If you're hungry, they have a few cafes located right inside. It's really peaceful here. This is the perfect place to have a picnic underneath the trees. It didn't get dark until after 9:30 when I went. You could essentially spend your entire day here. It's so easy to get here by public transit too. The tube will practically take you right across the street. Definitely a must visit when coming to London.

Probably one of the most beautiful parks in London!! During Winter Wonderland, it is the best!! While I was in London, I went to Hyde Park few times and rode the small boats with friends. Its really big so wear comfortable shoes to be able to walk and enjoy the beauty of this park. The park is gorgeous with the water and green everywhere. If you're visiting London, its a must see place!

Oh man, Hyde Park took me back to my BFG-loving childhood. As soon as I entered, I felt like I was in my own little Disney movie. I was there during March, so it was a weird time, nature-wise; it was cold, the grass wasn't very green, and there was nothing in bloom. But it was still so relaxing to walk through, watch the ducks and squirrels, and find the landmarks, not to mention imagine all the history that's taken place here. There are maps throughout the walkway, so use that to find places like the Peter Pan statue, the Princess Diana memorial, the Standing Stone, the Holocaust Memorial, the July 7 Memorial, and Speakers' Corner. And of course, don't miss walking by the Serpentine and Long Water lakes. It seems safe to walk through at even later hours of the day. Bear in mind that Kensington Gardens, which takes up about a half of what looks like Hyde Park on the maps, closes at sunset, and you won't be able to walk through it after 4:45. Hyde Park is the largest of the four royal parks of London! After a day of museums, walking through the park and relaxing at the cafe really hits the spot.

This park is absolutely gorgeous in the autumn. When in London you should really take some time to wander around. The wildlife watching alone will be worth your time. For instance, I was so surprised to see that there's a number of green parrots inhabiting the park. Apparently they are very famous residents, but there's also a wide variety of bird species that congregate here. I love the fact that the main trail connects Paddington with the Kensington neighborhood, and that it's so accessible. The park is super dog friendly, and there was no shortage of well behaved dogs off their leashes. Dog watching here is a great time! Almost as good as the bird watching. Make sure to check out the Round Pond when you're here. All the swans and other waterfowl are a beautiful sight. This is almost like a magical oasis in the middle of the city, and it's nice to get away from the hustle and bustle. It's really a great thing London has a place like this.

This is a great park, close to Buckingham Palace. I highly recommend taking a stroll through here on your way to see the changing of the guards.

What's not to love about one of the world's most famous and accessible parks? You've got your palace, your ponds, your statues, your gardens, your rental bikes (fun!), your pedestrian-only pathways (as well as shared pathways with bikes), your coffee shops (with indoor and outdoor seating), and more. One of my favorite places to run in the world.

Fun park. Very big. You can rent bikes or just walk around. There's a lot of ice cream and drink stands that are all very good as well.

A large park in the center of London. It was fun and relaxing to walk around the lake and watch the many species of bird which are protected in the park. The famous Speakers' Corner apparently was only active in Sundays. Wikipedia says that the park was opened to the public in 1637, which would be around the same time of Boston Common.

I would highly suggest finding a bike tour that takes you to all the main spots. It's a great way to see the sights, get a workout in and do it with a local that knows the details! On my bike tour, we saw: Princess Diana's Memorial Albert Memorial Green Park Hyde Park Wellington Arch Kensington Palace Buckingham Palace Trafalgar Square The National Gallery

Hyde Park is the UK version of Central Park. Or is Central Park the American version of Hyde Park? Either way, a stroll through this place is beautiful! Luckily the water cooperated with us and it wasn't raining. Kensington palace is on one side of it and that was my goal to see-maybe even Price George ;) Lots of locals walking their dogs there, albeit without leashes ever there there are signs everywhere. If you have some spare time, take a walk through here-you won't regret it.

Stunning, great place to relax. When it's warm and sunny in the capital, which it rarely is, lol, this is a great spot to go and relax. It's just like Central Park in NYC, in fact I believe it was designed by the same person. So, if you want a nice escape from the city and want to enjoy some nature and quiet, try visiting Hyde Park. Bring walking shoes.

I came to Hyde park back in March. Most of the park was actually closed for rennovation and there was no information about it online. Most of the plants also seemed lifeless. We originally budgeted around an hour to walk around the park, but it was just empty fields everywhere so we ended up just looking at the geese and birds. My friends and I decided to name it "hype park" instead of "Hyde park"

I can't state enough how grand London's parks are. This one is so huge, you can fit a small city inside. If you're coming for the first time, I suggest making a day out of it, as there is much to see. From winding pathways surrounded by gorgeous trees of many different varieties- perfect for cycling, roller blading, & jogging- to lush gardens that have been carefully maintained and house a number of exotic birds and other wildlife. Upon entering, you can't begin to measure the scope of this park, so my suggestion is, go through the gates at whichever bus stop you get off of, and slowly wind your way in from there. There are plenty of resting places like benches and space to lay down a blanket- which you're free to do if the desire strikes. You'll definitely want to stop and gaze at the beautiful scenery and listen to the exotic birds located at some of the enclosed gardens. Being that it is enormous, there are conveniently-placed restrooms throughout the park. And there are also a few food stands and restaurants near the lake where you can grab some slightly-overpriced, but yummy food & drinks while you watch people on the boats and other passerby doing their thing, living their lives, and generally having a splendid time. And if you're more of an introvert, there are plenty of secluded spots where you can sit under a tree and gaze at the canopy above you as you contemplate the meaning of life. Or snooze. Whichever you prefer. Just an FYI: Do be careful when feeding the birds and other wildlife. I got attacked by pigeons after feeding one an almond, as they tried to get the rest in my bag. They are NOT shy here.

Having a nice little stroll This time in London we took a bit more time walking around Hyde Park. It was a really hot day and the streets of London not the best spot to be for our doggy in this heat. Hyde Park offered some nice green lawns, some breeze and shade for our doggy and us. We entered at Hyde Park, walking at and around The Serpentine (up to the Sackler Gallery), having some lunch between at the Serpentine Bar & Kitchen, which was pretty good (and packed). The lake itself was filled with probably all boats available, almost a traffic jam on water (at least later on the day), but nice to look at. Even though the Park was pretty busy that day, it never felt too crowded, since it's just so big. We really enjoyed our time here and it's always a nice change from the fun, but busy streets of London. Surely we'll be back.

Going to London and not going to Hyde Park is like going to NYC and not going to Central Park and that's just CRAZY!!!! Hyde Park is the perfect place in London to get away from the street noise and traffic and people. Have a picnic, read, take a nap, or go for a bike ride. The park is huge! Depending on the time of year that you go there's always something going on so make sure you find out what, because you don't want to miss it. The underground station is close and easy to get to. There are deck chairs that you can rent if you don't want to sit on the ground, but I say take a blanket and sit on the ground. There are statues and ponds and gardens to take pictures of and wander around and smell. Princess Diana's Memorial fountain is here. This is a MUST DO while in London.

If you are in London and do not go to Hyde Park, you failed. Hyde Park is an amazing and beautiful place with so much culture and history. I mean, KENSINGTON PALACE, the Serpentine and more! My dad lives in London so I was here on a trip visiting him and I really like to learn a city by immersing myself and walking in it. There are some amazing paths in Hyde Park to go for a run/ walk. I went for a walk in the park every morning and stopped for a ton of photo opps. If you go from 6 to 8 am the park is incredibly quiet and enjoyable. If you're looking for some free activities in London, considering the city is extremely expensive, spend a day in Hyde Park. You won't be sorry you came here.

Speakers Corner, within Hyde Park has been in existence for over 200 years. Anyone with something on their mind can take as soap box or ladder, climb up and start sphewing to the crowds, which can be quite large. The crowds either cheer them on, debate them or yell at them in disgust depending on the subject of the sphew and their opinion on it. There must have been a dozen or so sphewers, mostly bigoted, racist, xenophobic a-holes, but thankfully the crowd was calling them out as such. That said, I am always a supporter of giving the common person a platform to have their voice heard so despite what can be ugly rhetoric, I believe we must continue to allow and fight for the common persons voice to be heard. Soap Box... Jury Box...Ballet Box...Ammo Box, how democracy rises and falls!

Hyde Park is the perfect place in London to get away from the hustle and bustle. And, there is so much to do. Have a picnic (courtesy of Harrods Food Hall), a nap, a session of meditating, people watching, dog patting, reading, rollerblading, flower smelling and admiring, bird feeding, renting paddle boats and/or swimming in The Serpentine, playing on the playground, admiring sculptures, playing a game of tennis, attending a concert and festival, or simply getting fit by walking/running the length of the park... seriously everything! The park is massive (over 350 acres), so if you want to see it all, I would highly recommend hiring a bike (for a small fee). Super easy, practical and loads of fun.  Tip: Various entrances - I recommend shopping down Oxford Street, then walking to Hyde Park from there (by tube: Marble Arch Underground Station)

My impression of Hyde Park, this park is like the central park in New York City, what a huge park. I wouldn't be surprised if someone could spend the whole day in this place. Time to time there some festival held in the park. My hubby and I also visited a garden inside the park, quite beautiful place, various flowers and birds around. I love the park, it so full of green and fresh air. this is great place just sit down and catch up with someone or just come for jogging after work. There were many locals around, sure, also tourist. You can meet up many interesting people here. Inside the park got three lakes, the long water, the Serpentime and round pound. Near the Serpentime, it got a really nice bar for people who like to have something to eat or drink. I saw many people also rent a little boat having some lovely time there. I didn't asked how much that cost though, just wanted to have a walk. We also saw the Hyde Park Bandstand, I saw it on the TV, sometime there will got some people perform music there. There was a summer music concert, when we were there. The area was block by the ticket area. We didn't walk thought the whole park though, the park just too big, besides, we didn't want to get to far away from where we wanted to go next. So we didn't check the Kensington Palace. But we did spend some time and check out the monument inside the park and also near the green park, Like the Wellington Arch. The near underground station between this two parks. The luxury shopping street is quite close to the park. It is a fancy place to walk around.