Kensington Gardens Reviews Summary

Wildlife and Nature

Pros:

• "Wildlife abound. Princess Diana’s memorial playground makes this an ideal destination for families with children."
• "If you love birds like myself, this place is even more adorable. There are tons of swans, and other birds. We even saw a black swan!"
• "The gardens are really beautiful, there are a variety of birds and also squirrels and a beautiful lake."
• "Beautiful, expansive park. Free entry. A great place to walk, ride your bike, have a picnic, bring your dogs or children."

Cons:

• "Unfortunately the rats knew there was found around too... Big fat rats among the squirrels and birds."

Facilities and Amenities

Pros:

• "There's a nice little cafe near one end by some fountains, with restrooms nearby. Can use a tap card for 20p to use the toilet."
• "Kensington Gardens is part of Hyde Park. It has a beautiful lawn and pond for bird watching."
• "The Italian Gardens are well worth a visit on a sunny day. Lancaster Gate tube is the closest and you just cross the road into the park."
• "A nice large area with plenty of shade on such a hot day."

Cons:

• "The only thing that i would suggest is checking the weather before you go because you don't want to get stuck in the rain while you're there."
• "Sadly far too many joggers and cyclists act like they own the walkways so watch where you’re going during busy times."

Accessibility and Location

Pros:

• "Easily accessible by tube. There is a small cafe near the entrance that leads to the Italian Garden."
• "Visited Kensington Gardens, 2 minutes from Lancaster Gate tube station, beautiful Italian gardens at the entrance to park."

Cons:

• "FYI, very long walks to each landmark, several areas are no bikes allowed. Otherwise everything is handicap accessible!"

Scenery and Aesthetic Appeal

Pros:

• "What an amazing space to be able to enjoy in the middle of London. You’ll cover a lot of distance getting around here and totally love it."
• "My first visit here and I was not left disappointed. The Italian gardens are beautiful!"
• "Just an absolutely stunning place to be around. Spent almost all day on the grounds of Hyde Park and its surroundings."

Playgrounds and Family-Friendly Features

Pros:

• "Princess Diana’s memorial playground makes this an ideal destination for families with children."
• "Absolutely gorgeous! Take a walk, have a picnic, enjoy the swans. It’s a beautiful place if you have the time to visit."

Overall Experience and Recommendations

Pros:

• "A beautiful, expansive park. Free entry. A great place to walk, ride your bike, have a picnic, bring your dogs or children."
• "This is a really beautiful park (situated within Hyde Park). It's a fantastic place to come for a walk but particularly great for children and dogs."