The Regent's Park Reviews Summary

Category: Park London

Address: London, United Kingdom

Phone: +443000612300

Rating: 4.7
based on 549 reviews.

Accessibility

Pros:

  • "Easy to park for free nearby in evenings."
  • "The park is within easy reach of Regent's Park Tube station as well as Great Portland Street, St. John's Wood, Camden Town and Baker Street."
  • "Very close to Madame Tussauds and Sherlock Holmes Museum."
  • "Easily reached by Great Portland Street or Baker's Street tube stations."
  • "Better to go with public transport..closest tube station Baker Street and Regent's Park."
  • "Used public transport to get there and it was easy peasy."
  • "Easily accessed by train (Baker Street served by multiple Underground lines), and roadside parking is available on the perimeter road."

Cons:

  • "A lot of parking spots around the park, but make sure you arrive before midday, especially when the weather is nice. Otherwise, you won't find any parking spots!"
  • "Sadly, you have to pay even on Sunday."
  • "Plenty of parking available on the Outer and Inner Circle. Closest Tube I would say is Baker Street."
  • "The only thing, is that since it is quite big, I felt like it had no securities for all of it."
  • "No social distancing as its absolutely impossible as it was so busy."
  • "This is a huge park, but too crowded for my taste."
  • "The only minor drawback I can think of is that the park can get crowded during peak times, especially on weekends and holidays."

Amenities

Pros:

  • "There are also public toilets, a cafe and lots of sitting areas."
  • "It has more tennis courts than Hyde Park."
  • "The park hosts a variety of events throughout the year."
  • "The park is well provided for, with cafés, toilets and good signposting."
  • "There are a lot of small cafes and restaurants dotted around too, so you can buy some snacks if you feel hungry."
  • "Inside you'll find toilets, small coffee tea shops and even a tennis court and an open air theatre."
  • "Refreshment kiosks and cafes are conveniently located throughout the park."

Cons:

  • "One downside, the toilets are not for free."
  • "Restrooms are clean but charges 20p."
  • "Behind the cafe are clean toilets, 20p to use, but really clean."
  • "There are only a few places in the park to get food, so advisable to pack a picnic."
  • "Some sub loungers available but be careful because you have to pay to sit in them. £3 1hr £4 2hrs etc."
  • "Taking a boat out in the lake in the park will set you back £20 for two which seems a bit steep."
  • "The restaurant toilet is far too hot and no Ventilation."

Environment

Pros:

  • "Many little fountains, pretty flowers, benches, shadow-giving trees and always free places to sit down and enjoy the open atmosphere."
  • "Stunning park right in the centre of London, one of my favourites, not too crowded."
  • "Park is obviously very well maintained and the Japanese garden is well worth a quick visit."
  • "The Rose Garden in bloom is my favourite although there are loads of maintained gardens as well as open spaces."
  • "The cherry blossoms, tulips and fountains within the park add to its charm."
  • "The park's lush greenery, pristine lakes, and meticulously landscaped gardens make it a haven for nature enthusiasts."
  • "The Queen Mary's Rose Garden is a must-see, with thousands of rose bushes on the beautiful landscape garden during summer."

Cons:

  • "The benches around the lake are too uncomfortable and give you backaches!"
  • "It used to be my favourite park, but they started pruning gorgeous trees in a horrible, anti natural manner. Absolute disgrace."
  • "Only problem this park has only one drinking fountain."
  • "I was there during winter, so it's pretty bleak."
  • "Only downside was a number of dead (dying) trees."
  • "Beware some irresponsible people here a lady walking her dog of the lease was uncontrolled and came took food from where we was sitting so be careful."
  • "Only downside was it rained the whole time, and an evening really isn't long enough to see everything."

Activities

Pros:

  • "It’s our family’s go to place if we want to experience travel by train and just chill."
  • "It's a great place to go especially if you are living in a flat and look forward to seeing some greenery and some fresh air."
  • "Awesome place for a picnic and relaxation in summer."
  • "This is also a good park for a running because it is not so crowded."
  • "It's a beautiful park that opens as early as 5 am and closes at 6 pm."
  • "Deck chairs could be hired as well as pedalos."
  • "A highlight of our visit was the boat ride on the park's lake."

Cons:

  • "Not into the caged animals."
  • "Cycling is not allowed but still people are cycling and riding the electric scooters so have to constantly watch out if you have young kids."
  • "On our case, we can’t have picnic since it’s cold season 😅."
  • "Sunset is beautiful across the water but sadly in summer it closes a little too early."
  • "To get into the event itself it was a bit of a long walk and could have done more with regard to signposting."
  • "When we went there was this Frieze Art Fair on ... And apart from one or two exhibits, which were quite funny, the others at least to my untrained eye looked like abominations on the natural beauty of the place."
  • "Be prepared for the retards on roller blades and their boom boxes thinking their in flash dance 💃."

Wildlife & Nature

Pros:

  • "Such a joy to see ducks, swans, pigeons etc running around next to you."
  • "There is a gorgeous lake at the park with lots of ducks and swans."
  • "The park also provides a warm welcome for wildlife. It has a large wetland area and is home to around 100 species of wild bird and a breeding population of hedgehogs."
  • "The massive lake is a habitat for numerous birds and ducks."
  • "If you’re a bird lover there is a variety of birds and ducks in the pond/lake."
  • "You can see plenty of birds and hedgehogs around."
  • "Regent’s Park is filled with loads of pink and white cherry blossom trees, creating the perfect setting for an wonderful afternoon stroll."

Cons:

  • "Squirrels eat out of your hand in the gardens/benches but be careful - this is not encouraged and I have been bitten once!"
  • "Unfortunately dogs are now allowed, except guide dogs!"
  • "There is a part where dogs aren’t allowed - the gardens."
  • "I hear dogs aren’t allowed. I’m going back a while."
  • "Pets are allowed and you could see them enjoying their free time at these parks."
  • "Beware some irresponsible people here a lady walking her dog of the lease was uncontrolled and came took food from where we was sitting so be careful."
  • "The park in full bloom with sun seeking Londoners flocking (like the ducks and geese on the lake) to the abundance that is The Regent’s Park."

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