London's Hidden Walks: Volume 1 (Explore London)

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Finish at Wimbledon Park Station: The section concludes at Wimbledon Park station on the District Line. Even jaded Londoners find these London Walks a source of astonishing gems of information about the city in which they live.” Daily Mail, Top London Treats My self-guided London walk in Islington will lead you through the vibrant Camden Passage Market, into pretty squares, and down side streets full of heritage details. Enter Wandsworth Common, following the path beside the railway line. Pass the ponds and continue towards the houses.

If you’d like to do this one, you can find the route, map, and photos on my Holland Park walk blog post. Next on my list of secret London walks is a themed London literary walk. This self-guided walk goes through several central London neighborhoods. I hope my list of secret London walks has made you want to get outside and discover the best under-the-radar areas in the city. Whether you’re a local or want to live like one, these walks will help you explore the areas Londoners love. Happy walking! At the North side of Regent’s Park, get into a little real estate porn with the canalside villas only billionaires could afford This leafy, waterside section of the Thames is lovely even when it’s spitting rain. You’ll meander around and over the rivers and canals, passing posh high streets, historic pubs, manors and mansions.

6. The Thames Path, basically everywhere

The third of my of my secret London walks is in Greenwich. This southeast London neighborhood is known for its maritime history, famous park, covered market, and Royal Observatory. The first of my secret London walks is in Hampstead. This is one of my favorite north London neighborhoods, and its village atmosphere makes it a great area for walks. If you want to go on this one, you can take a look at the route, map, photos, and video on my Islington walk blog post.

Conclude your journey at Radnor Gardens, where you can relax, visit a cafe, and consider continuing your walk towards Kew Bridge! This section of the Thames path winds in and around inlets, wharfs and bridges, with cool historic sights along the way.Most London bridge walks that start at Tower Bridge will take you to touristy spots; this doesn’t.Exit the common and cross into Fontenoy Road. Turn right into Bedford Hill and then left into Ritherdon Road. This is one of the most beautiful hidden walks in London, with wooded areas, incredible greenery, posh park paths, great architecture, and creepy cemetery vibes. Meet the route at the north end of the Hampton Court Bridge. Walk with the river on your right and admire the Hampton Court Bridge and the palace. This walk – though it takes several necessary detours off the towpath – is known as one of the most beautiful stretches of waterway in England.This is not one of the most hidden walks in London; in fact, it’s wildly popular. Best to go early in the morning or later at night to avoid tourists. Turn into Penwith Road and cross the River Wandle. Continue through Ravensbury Terrace, Haslemere Avenue, and Lucien Road.