Hyde Park, Central London

Hyde Park, Central London ranks first in the list of the best places in London to stay cool in a heatwave. Hyde Park has a long history as a site of protest, and still hosts rallies and marches today. Visit Speakers’ Corner on a Sunday morning to hear people from all walks of life share their views. Hyde Park is one of London’s eight Royal Parks and covers an area of 350 acres.

With the most trees of any park in London, Hyde Park is the place to go for some outdoor shade lounging. If a picnic beneath the canopy appeals, there are plenty of supermarkets and delis on both sides of the street. There's also a bar-restaurant with outdoor tables and views of the Serpentine lake where you can unwind. If the weather gets too hot, you can cool off in the lake's lido or dip your feet into the shallow flowing waters of the Princess Diana Memorial Fountain.

Google rating: 4.7/5.0
Location: London, UK
Phone: +44 300 061 2000
Website: better.org.uk/leisure-centre/london/hackney/west-reservoir-centre