Hyde Park —— Pet-Friendly Parks in London Worth Bookmarking for 2025

Let your pup sprint across 350 acres of green, sniff roses by the Serpentine, and make furry friends at the legendary Kensington Gardens gate. Off-leash joy, royal views – London’s ultimate doggy playground!

https://www.royalparks.org.uk/visit/parks/hyde-park

Hyde Park Dog-Walking Guidelines

1、Hyde Park opening hours: 5 am to 12 am. Access to Hyde Park is free of charge.

2、Keep your dog under control at all times; use a short lead near roads and wildlife.

3、Pick up after your pet—free waste bags and bins are provided throughout the park.

4、Off-leash exercise is allowed in designated meadows, but call your dog away if livestock or deer are present.

5、Dogs are not permitted inside Diana Memorial Playground, the Serpentine Lido, or cafés (except on outdoor terraces).

6、Carry fresh water in hot weather; the Serpentine is not a drinking source.

7、 Respect nesting birds and seasonal notices—some areas may be cordoned off for conservation.

8、Commercial dog walkers: Royal Parks require a paid licence—get yours before you walk.

Getting to Hyde Park – Quick Guide

Tube:

1、Marble Arch (Central line) – 1 min walk to the northeast corner.

2、Hyde Park Corner (Piccadilly line) – 2 mins to the southeast gate.

3、Lancaster Gate (Central line) – 3 mins to the northern gate.

4、Knightsbridge (Piccadilly line) – 5 mins to the south side.

Bus: Routes 2, 9, 10, 16, 19, 36, 52, 73, 74, 137, 148, 390, 452 all stop at or near the park edges.

Bike: Santander Cycles docking stations at each gate; cycle paths run through the park.

Car: Limited pay-and-display bays along Park Lane (A4202) and Bayswater Road; congestion charge applies weekdays 7 am–6 pm.

Walk: From Oxford Street (Bond St) it’s a 10-minute stroll south.