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Buckingham Palace seen from Green Park during Trooping the Colour
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Green Park: Take a Break en Route from Westminster to Kensington

by LondonDucklings June 20, 2020
Published: June 20, 2020Last Updated on July 7, 2022
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Green Park might not be as celebrated as the other Royal Parks in London, but there are plenty of highlights to explore. Like going for a picnic under old oak trees, or learning the story behind memorials honouring soldiers fighting in the World Wars

The Mall with the Commonwealth Pillars in the foreground
Commonwealth Memorial Gates which stand on each side of Constitution Hill. This photo taken from the top of Wellington Arch where you can enjoy a great panorama of the Royal Parks.

Green Park for Kids

green park, wellington arch

For many sightseeing in London, Green Park is just a stretch of greenery en route between Buckingham Palace and the museums in South Kensington. It’s true that there are no playgrounds or lakes like in the other Royal Parks, but that doesn’t mean there’s nothing to do for families. Here is a handful of suggestions:

  • With school-age children learning about history, take a moment to reflect on the many war monuments
  • Rent a Boris-bike and go for a circular family-cycle trip through Central London’s green belt
  • Go to the top of Wellington Arch while the cavalry is on its way through as part of Changing of the Guard
  • Take a break and enjoy a picnic among the old oak trees; Green Park is a lot less busy than St James Park
  • Go tree spotting with the kids and see if you can identify some of the unusual trees in the park such as Black Poplar, Silver Maple and Silver Lime. 

The Australian War Memorial in Green Park
The Australian War Memorial commemorating the 102,000 soldiers that died during the first and second world wars.
The Artillery Monument in Green Park
The Royal Artillery Memorial commemorating their casualties in World War One.
daffodils blooming in green park
Daffodils blooming in London

Green Park’s highlights

  • The spring-time joy of over a quarter of a million daffodils in bloom
  • Flat and safe traffic-free cycle route
  • Canada Gate, erected in 1908 as part of the tribute to Queen Victoria
  • The 41-gun royal salute that takes place on the Queen’s birthday and state visits
  • Enjoy the great views from the top of Wellington Arch
  • Watching Trooping the Colour from the Green Park lawn
  • The Royal Artillery Memorial – dedicated to first world war casualties
  • The Canada Memorial, which commemorates the efforts by Canadian soldiers who served as part of the then-British Empire in two world wars.  
Soldiers parading next to Green Park in London
The Cavalry parading past Green Park and under Wellington Arch

From April to September London tourists are able to hire deckchairs in the park, allowing for valuable moments of peace and quiet in hectic central London. It goes without saying that picnicking is very popular for picnicking in the summer months.

Cycling in Green Park
Green Park together with the other Royal Parks in London form a green belt in Central London which is great for cycling, but keep to the designated cycle paths and give priority to pedestrians.
The Chariots in Green Park on top of Wellington Arch
The four horse chariot on top of Wellington Arch

Key Information Green Park

  • Outdoor
  • Type: Park
  • City of Westminster
  • Area: Central London
  • Tube: Green Park
  • Nearby: St James Playground
  • The Royal Parks Website
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