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Park in London

Summer in the City: Top Parks and Events Near Hotel Saint

As the sun shines over London, Summer 2025 promises a vibrant mix of green escapes and cultural festivities. From serene park strolls to high-energy events, here’s your guide to making the most of the season.

Parks to Explore

Hyde Park

  • Highlights: Boating on the Serpentine, Speaker’s Corner, and open-air concerts.

  • Transport: From Hotel Saint, walk to Aldgate Station, take the Circle Line to Notting Hill Gate, then transfer to the Central Line to Marble Arch Station.

  • Approximate Time: 25–30 minutes.

Regent’s Park

  • Highlights: Queen Mary’s Gardens, Open Air Theatre, and the Taste of London festival.

  • Transport: Walk to Aldgate Station, take the Circle Line to Great Portland Street Station.

  • Approximate Time: 20–25 minutes.

St. James’s Park

  • Highlights: Pelican feeding, views of Buckingham Palace, and beautiful flowerbeds.

  • Transport: From Aldgate Station, take the District Line directly to St. James’s Park Station.

  • Approximate Time: 20 minutes.

Kensington Gardens

  • Highlights: Kensington Palace, Italian Gardens, and the Albert Memorial.

  • Transport: From Aldgate Station, take the Circle Line to Notting Hill Gate, then transfer to the Central Line to Lancaster Gate Station.

  • Approximate Time: 30–35 minutes.

Primrose Hill

  • Highlights: Panoramic views of the London skyline and a popular spot for picnics.

  • Transport: Walk to Aldgate Station, take the Circle Line to Baker Street, then transfer to the Jubilee Line to Swiss Cottage Station.

  • Approximate Time: 30–35 minutes.

Summer Events

British Summer Time (BST) Hyde Park

  • Dates: June 27 – July 13, 2025.

  • Highlights: Performances by Olivia Rodrigo, Zach Bryan, and Sabrina Carpenter.

  • Transport: Same as Hyde Park directions above.

  • Approximate Time: 25–30 minutes.

Taste of London

  • Dates: June 18–22, 2025.

  • Highlights: Culinary delights from London’s top restaurants in Regent’s Park.

  • Transport: Same as Regent’s Park directions above.

  • Approximate Time: 20–25 minutes.

Kew the Music

  • Dates: July 8–13, 2025.

  • Highlights: Open-air concerts in the beautiful Kew Gardens.

  • Transport: From Aldgate Station, take the District Line to Gunnersbury Station, then transfer to the London Overground to Kew Gardens Station.

  • Approximate Time: 45–50 minutes.

All Points East

  • Dates: August 21–24, 2025.

  • Highlights: Music festival featuring artists like RAYE and The Maccabees in Victoria Park.

  • Transport: Walk to Aldgate East Station, take the District Line to Mile End Station, then transfer to the Central Line to Bethnal Green Station.

  • Approximate Time: 20–25 minutes.

London Craft Week

  • Dates: May 12–18, 2025.

  • Highlights: Over 400 events showcasing craftsmanship across the city.

  • Transport: Various locations; plan routes based on specific event venues.

  • Approximate Time: Varies.

BBC Proms

  • Dates: July 18 – September 13, 2025.

  • Highlights: Classical music concerts at the Royal Albert Hall.

  • Transport: From Aldgate Station, take the Circle Line to South Kensington Station, then walk to the venue.

  • Approximate Time: 30–35 minutes.

Buckingham Palace Summer Opening

  • Dates: July 10 – September 28, 2025.

  • Highlights: Tour the State Rooms of the iconic palace.

  • Transport: From Aldgate Station, take the District Line to St. James’s Park Station.

  • Approximate Time: 20 minutes.

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