The Best Dog Walks in Central London

03. Berkley Square

Open and airy, Berkley Square is home to some of central London’s oldest trees – ideal for providing a leafy canopy on warmer days and a good source of excellent sticks.

04. Hyde Park

With nearly 350 acres of space, Hyde Park is sure to get your dog’s tail wagging. Plus, with plenty of landmarks for humans to enjoy, such as the Serpentine Lake and Speakers corner, expect a treat for both you and your four-legged friend.

The ultimate route

If time is on your side, try this scenic route and take in the sights…

• Start at St James’ Park, and enjoy a stroll through the parkland and gardens, before catching a glimpse of the Wildlife Officers feeding the pelicans (2:30pm, daily).
• Drop by St James’ Palace and soak up its Tudor splendor.
• Head up The Mall passing by Clarence House, the official London residence of The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall, until you reach Buckingham Palace.
• Walk to the right of the Palace and stroll through leafy Green Park.
• Soon you’ll hit Constitution Hill and the spectacular Wellington Arch – originally built as an entrance to Buckingham Palace.
• Cross the road to Hyde Park (where we’re sure your pooch will find a few other furry friends to play with).
• Here, you can follow the Diana Princess of Wales Memorial Walk into the rose garden. Continue along the path up to the Serpentine boating lake (unfortunately doggy dips are not allowed so remember to keep your companion on a lead if they’re inclined to make a run for it at the first sign of water!).
• If everyone’s legs are still up for it, continue further west and take in the sights of the grand Albert Memorial, impressive Royal Albert Hall, and Kensington Palace – the official London residence of Prince William and Kate Middleton, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge.