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St. James's Park

Horse Guards Road | The Storeyard, London SW1A 2BJ, England
44 020 7930 1793
Ranked #14 of 821 attractions in London
4.5 of 5 stars 1075 Reviews
Type: Parks
Description: This 90-acre park, the oldest Royal Park in London, features a large lake that is a wildlife sanctuary for ducks, geese, swans and even pelicans.
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London, United Kingdom
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17 reviews 17 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

You forget you are in a city! People watch to your hearts conent - Watch out though some of the squirrels are mad! More

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London, United Kingdom
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27 reviews 27 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

St James's Park is a lovely public space in central London. There are often musical presentations at the bandstand. More

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Tampa, Florida
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24 reviews 24 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

Passing through here on the way to the royal home is the way to do it. When we visited it was a wonderful weather day and the Brits were taking full advantage, the park packed with people walking dogs, enjoying the sun. This is one of the oldest parks in London and was once the king's hunting grounds. Worth a... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

One of the royal parks in London. When it is hot day, you will find the best looking crowds in town. The best view of the lake/pond, it's from the top end of the pond, near the palace. It's a magical view. A must seen in the heart of the London, More

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Niagara-on-the-Lake, Canada
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

We walked all over London, it is very much a walking city. We took lunch with use and had a pleasant time walking thru the park. We went thru the park several times over our stay as its paths allow you to bi-sect the area. More

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Bolton, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

This park is in a great location and runs between two great attractions, Trafalgar Square and Buckingham Palace. Walk from one to the other and see the pelicans and cheeky squireels while you do More

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Liverpool
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11 reviews 11 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

We visited St James Park after visting Green Park - no contest St James is by far supreior. we bought ice creams and walked away only to be called back bt the vendor because I had forgotten to take my change. Impressive honesty that deserves a mention. The park is well maintained and has some really good scenic views. Some... More

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Glasgow
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

Nice walk through the park on a sunny day! :-) Lots of deckchairs able to be used.... More

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Denver, Colorado
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22 reviews 22 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

Gorgeous natural-style gardens with views of the surrounding historic buildings. Take a picnic or just take a walk. Don't miss it. More

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Swansea
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36 reviews 36 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

One of the smaller Royal Parks, lovely lake and if you walk through the path that bisects the park (the one in the middle) you can get some great photo's of Buckingham Palace framed by the park More

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