Free and Paid Parking near Hyde Park in 2024 with Google Map Marking

Let’s first talk about Hyde Park and then, we will explore the best parking spots there, both free and paid.

Hyde Park is located in the heart of London, just a short walk from Big Ben and Buckingham Palace in the Westminster neighborhood. It should definitely be on your list of incredible places to visit in central London. This tranquil haven is open to anyone who needs to get away from London’s hectic pace. With plenty of space for everyone, it’s the ideal getaway for tourists, locals, and commuters alike.

Since before the Norman Conquest, Westminster Abbey has owned Hyde Park. In 1536, Henry VIII turned it into his own private deer hunting ground, and Charles I established it as a public park in 1637. Serpentine Lake was formed in 1730 by damming the small river Westbourne, a tributary of the Thames. Since then, it has been a popular lido during the summer months, with a sand beach and fresh water for swimming.

Unsurprisingly, there are no free parking spaces in the immediate vicinity of Hyde Park; however, we have located and listed all of the closest paid options to Hyde Park. The cheapest car parks require some public transportation to get to Hyde Park, but there are also some local car parks available if you can afford the exorbitant fees!

Once in Hyde Park, you can easily get to the rest of London by taking the London Underground to the central and Piccadilly lines. Around the park, there are five London Underground stations: Hyde Park Corner, Knightsbridge, Lancaster Gate, Queensway, and Marble Arch.

Speaker’s Corner, near the Marble Arch in Hyde Park’s northeast corner, is a good place to go if you want some quality entertainment or just to see some plain old angry debating. It begins on Sunday mornings and can become quite lively with speeches on any topic imaginable. The tradition of uncensored free speech dates back to the 1100s, when convicts sentenced to death were permitted to make one final speech, often proclaiming their innocence or confessing to their crimes. The current tradition (minus the hangings) dates back to the 1870s, when this section of the park was named Speaker’s Corner and dedicated to free public speaking.

There are several football fields, tennis courts, and other sports facilities available in Hyde Park, including ping pong tables. There are numerous ‘keep fit’ clubs to join, and there are three children’s playgrounds to choose from. There are numerous bike lanes and even the occasional horse rider! During the summer, expect to see a variety of group and solo sports taking place, but you’ll always be able to find a quiet spot on your own if you’re looking for some peace and quiet.

Hyde Park is occasionally used for large outdoor concerts, with big names like Paul McCartney and Pink Floyd, as well as newer acts, absolutely rocking sold-out standing concerts.

Did you know that the route you take affects the ULEZ and Congestion Zone charges? What about the parking discount you get by pre-booking your space? Have you considered the various public transportation options that could save you money on your way to Hyde Park?

You’ll find a wealth of useful information about saving money and avoiding unnecessary penalties in the following guide. Parking wisely has the potential to save you a lot of money.