Somebody might give it 4 stars because it's too sparsely populated, but there aren't many reasons not to love one of the crown-jewel London parks. I guess maybe if you don't like little baby deer (how couldn't you?). At 955 hectares, you'll be hard-pressed to make it one side to the other, let alone experience all this natural wonder has to offer (or to know what a hectare is). Even those artificial Pen Ponds seem natural, since they've been here since 1746. Be sure to come in spring to marvel at the azaleas in Isabella Plantation, and bring your bike for the myriad trails winding throughout the property, unless you'd prefer to bring your horse instead (horses love baby deer). Cover those baby deer's ears because we should note there's "culling" in February and November (say it isn't so). It's easy to arrive by train or tube if you're not just riding your bike/horse straight from home. If I lived that close (and had a horse) you know I'd be doing that often. Thanks Charles I for spending all those forced-tax dollars on a place you could put a bunch of deer, all those centuries ago. We'll look forward to another visit soon. read more

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Vast and well maintained "wild" park. This is the park to go sight seeing for deer, Canadian geese, swans, all manner of ducks and lots of pet dogs. We walked 5 miles easy from the pedestrian entrance in Petersham to the large ponds and back. If you're taking the tube, get off at Richmond station and right outside the station, catch bus 371 to Richmond Hill pass the American University. When you get off, make a left and walk for a few minutes, you'll see the park entrance. read more

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A splendid natural park near Richmond, it seems to go on for miles and miles without end. Upon walking in I saw several groups of deer which is a delightful addition to any walk, especially compared to the cityscapes I am used to! It was a bit dreary the day I visited and it was still a nice oasis escape - something about being in seemingly remote wild while being able to see the London skyline far off in the distance was surreal. read more

Beautiful and every time you visit you discover something new! The park is huge. Whether you like lakes, forests, red deer, bush trails, etc.. Super, also to walk with the dog (please with leash) or picnic. read more

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What's not to like??!! You can see deer, you can cycle, run, there's little cafes. Etc etc!

Nature, and Lots of It! London has no shortage of fantastic parks, including Hyde, The Regent's, Battersea, and more. The park that excels at making you feel like you are nowhere near one of the world's largest cities is Richmond Park. It requires a bit of a train ride, but the time spent in the park is well worth it. The shear size of this park can accommodate many visitors without feeling crowded, and there are enough things to see and do to keep everyone happy. read more

This is such a wonderful place with all the deer and scenery. This park is a wonderful place to clear your head and get a good view of a park while being in here to downtown London. read more

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saw deer and lots of water birds. the information desk ladies were soooo nice and helpful. Really great gift shop, cafe and everything was rlly good. Bring lots of water it can be a long walk read more

Beautiful park, came many times with friends and always a nice sight even on a winters day

Gotta be honest, it has to be that we had a guided tour and they pointed out the deer, the facts and history about the place that makes me like it much more than the Wimbledon Commons. That's the truth. However, we did see more nature (wildlife) and humans, duckies, fishies etc. Dogs, could have done without, especially the one that scared my wife. But, all in all a great respite from traveling. read more

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Love love love this beautiful park. Its three times larger than central park, acres of land, and I love how nothing is touched. No grass is mowed, trees are pruned but the rest of it is left as it is. Natural beauty at its finest. You don't feel as though you're in London, we walked loads, and saw a few deers here and there. Came across a massive lake with little ducklings. It was a perfect day, not too hot either. Your feet do get tired after a while. Love how terrance fields is close by too. Perfect sunny bank holiday monday it was. read more

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Richmond Park is the most beautiful park in London, and possibly The World. It's so wild and remote looking in places yet you can also see London landmarks like the London Eye and BT tower from higher ground. Isabella Plantation is one of the main highlights, especially in spring when the rhododendrons and azaleas are in bloom. I also personally love it's pond with the stepping stone. The major ponds to visit are Pen Ponds though, which have plenty of ducks and the odd aggressive swan to scar your child (mentally). Don't worry though, there is an ice cream van nearby which will soothe them. Also nearby is White Lodge, home of the Royal Ballet School. One of the best ways to see the park is to bring or hire (at Roehampton Gate) a bike and ride round the perimeter path, which is actually fairly challenging in places and has some beautiful stop off points, like King Henry's Mound and Pembroke Lodge. There are a couple of playgrounds for kids, at Kingston Gate and Petersham Gate. Or you could fly kites! Actually, I really want to fly a kite now. While I'm on the subject of my beloved park, may I also mention that it's conveniently near charming Richmond (it has a green, a riverfront and the happiest i.e. richest inhabitants in England) and also Ham House. read more

An easy 20-25 min walk along the Thames from the Richmond tube stop, Richmond Park is truly an amazing escape from central London. It is my favorite place to escape the hustle, bustle and noise. Rarely packed with anything but deer, Richmond Park should be on the to do for every London tourist and non tourist! If you have a poor sense of direction like me, I suggest bringing along an iphone or some sort of device with GPS. Yes, I have gotten "misplaced" in Richmond Park! read more

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One of the most beautiful parks I have ever been to. Make sure to take some water and a snack if you plan to walk a lot of it, can easily take a few hours if your going to enjoy yourself and look for deer. Even in bad weather it's a lovely landscape. Perfect place for a dog walk, just make sure your dogs are well mannered and have good recall so they don't scare the deer. read more

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Wonderful park. Fabulous ancient trees. Loads of deer of various kinds. Hard to believe that there's such a large open park so close to London. It's really amazing love the view .. who is living in Richmond.. they really enjoy jogging, cycling and walking...plus, coffee shop at this area is available too. read more

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Where else in London can you walk, jog, run, cycle, stroll and explore almost 1,000 hectares of countryside (effectively, although it's called a park) WITH WILD DEER all whilst still being within London??? No where, that's where. I've grown up living on the doorstep to this park and can honestly say there's none other like it. In the Autumn it's where you come to photograph rutting stags with their mammouth antlers, in the Winter it's where you come with your tobogan and sled, in the Spring it's where you come to see Bambi take his first steps and in the Summer it's where you come to cycle, fly kites, horse ride and play hide and seek with a picnic. Don't miss... - The two ponds in winter, for watching ice skating ducks! - The bracken in the spring, for next level hide and seek! - The sunsets from Pembroke Lodge with a cup of tea! - The incredible view over St. Pauls cathedral & London from King Henry's Mound! read more

Yes you can feel like you've left the city with a stroll around Richmond park! At 2500 acres, it's the largest royal park in London, and I love the unkempt, natural and bucolic beauty it offers. It's soft and tousled rather than spruced and smart, and that's just how I like it! A National Nature Reserve, this place brings back rather fond memories of spring days, lovers, laughter and picnics in a rather melancholic way. The rolling hills, ponds, gardens and make you wish you were a wench in a Thomas Hardy novel. There are still things to do here in the winter too, Christmas walks and guided tours of Winter Wildfowl (did you know that Richmond Park has 300 Red Deer and 350 fallow deer?) are worth the trip. read more

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Has the hustle and bustle of London left you feeling dazed and out of touch with nature? Richmond Park is wonderful therapy. When I'm lucky, my corgi takes me on walks here and it's quite nice. Be sure to bring your walking shoes, maybe a small picnic basket and remember to charge your phone to take some grand deer pics! This park is huge and always scattered with people and their pets. Like most reviewers said, this park is different from other parks in London because it has that authentic countryside feel that you can't get from Hyde Park or Regent's Park. read more

I have such fond memories of Richmond Park, having spent a good part of my childhood being pushed around here in my buggy. If you are used to London parks, then be prepared for the fact that Richmond Park is vast - the biggest of all of Londons Royal Parks. It measures 2500 acres, and is divided into sections. It has about 5 different gates to get in, at Kingston, Ham, Richmond, Roehampton and Barnes. There are so many different walks that can be done, and there are plenty of large open spaces which are perfect for a spot of football or makeshift cricket. If you wanted to get a bit more professional, there is a golf club within and riding stables within the park. Two of my favourite spots in Richmond park - the Isabella Plantation, which is a gated woodland garden, packed full of tropical plants, and rich flora and fauna. It has streams running through it which lead to two large ponds which are full of water lillies. When I was a kid, my favourite thing to do was walk across the pond on the little wooden stepping stones, and occasionally I managed to do it without falling in. (It's not deep, don't worry). The other spot worth checking out is near Pembroke Lodge near the Richmond exit. The Pembroke Lodge is a great stop for a tea and cake refuel after you have spent an afternoon tramping through the park. But if you have the energy, go a few hundred feet further from the Lodge to a spot called Henry's Mount. On one side, you look down to sweeping views of Surrey, on a clear day, you can see as far as Windsor. On the other side is a clearing of the hedge, with a shape of a circle cut out. There is a telescope provided to show you the view that takes you straight to St Pauls Cathedral in the City. From where you are standing it is exactly 10 miles. read more

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A truly massive, rambling stretch of green, complete with deer, trees, views and paths, it's hardly surprising that Richmond Park is a hugely popular destination for cyclists, joggers and walkers. Probably my favourite aspect of it is the way it's been kept relatively wild and untouristy. Sure, it's popular, but there is very little infrastructure to support a greater influx such as cafes, ice-cream vans, pubs or similar. This keeps visitors to those who want to use the Park recreationally rather than loll around on the nearest stretch of green on a sunny day. My least favourite aspect of the Park are the sheer number of joggers and particularly cyclists on the foot paths. I'm a big cyclist myself, but I fully respect the fact that on a foot path, pedestrians have priority. Most of the nutters on two wheels in Richmond Park don't seem to appreciate this which pees me off no end. If they want to make like Lance Armstrong, then they should use the roads running through the Park, not the paths. More generally, despite the collosal size of the Park, there do seem to be more people in it per square kilometre than nearby Wimbledon Common, which lessens the experience slightly if you prefer your scenic walks being more remote. Still, as a huge, varying stretch of green and home to deer, Richmond Park is pretty much unrivalled in London. Definitely worth checking out if you're a cyclist in search of a relatively traffic-way to rack up some miles (but stick to the roads!) or a walker looking to escape the urban sprawl of London no further than Zone 4. read more

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I visited Richmond Park for the deer and was not disappointed. Richmond Park is a little out of the way for Central Londoners, but it's worth visiting to get away from city life for a bit. It's an absolutely enormous park, so come here with your walking shoes on. Or better yet, come with your bike. If you don't have one, you can rent one. On the day I visited it took all of five minutes before I ran into the deer. I didn't realise the bucks would be so gigantic, but they seemed friendly enough. The park folks recommend you stay a few hundred feet away from them to be safe. Unlike other Royal Parks in London, Richmond Park is much more 'natural'. There are few (if any) manicured gardens and only a couple of cafes. Foot and cycle paths are gravel rather than paved, and there are enormous swathes of open grassland where you can encounter all sorts of critters. This is a great place to walk your dog (or your kid), get away from the city, and get a little closer to nature. Again, it's kind of out of the way unless you actually live in SW London, but definitely worth at least one visit. read more

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This isn't really a park, it's more like a safari! It is massive! About a month ago, me and my boyfriend decided that we needed a break from the city for the day and wanted to see some green. We settled on Richmond Park and headed out there. Expecting a normal-sized park, we were incredibly surprised when we reached our destination and saw the vast, never-ending, deer-inhabited, wild-life before us. Richmond Park is beautiful. All of the plants grow in a disorderly, untamed, natural state. There are ferns, tall grass, mushrooms, oak-trees, hills, ponds, and a many more botanical things that I do not know the name of. There are herds of deers grazing and rabbits that jump out of nowhere. After having trekked around the park for a good four hours we decided to head back to the car. We examined a map of the park to see how far we had gone and discovered that we hadn't even covered a third of the area! Richmond Park is worth a visit at any time of the year. In autumn, we were greeted with a series of browns, yellows, and reds, but I look forward to coming back during springtime for a whole new experience. This is wilderness at its best. read more

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I have great memories of Richmond park, it is very beautiful and great fun. We would always take a picnic and then go for walks through the wooded areas, feeding the squirrels, which, much to my delight, have no fear of just running right up to you and eating out of your hands! wow! Autumn time is brilliant to go there for running through leaves.There are also plenty of cutsey cafes for have a break in, maybe even an ice cream for finer weather. YOu can spend hours in this park and not see it all! read more

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This is one of those places you go to get away from hustle and bustle of London. I came here for the first time on a bank holiday, and though I expected it to be busy, it was quiet and lovely. We took a walk through the park and I was shocked when we came across the deer. I had heard about the royal deer that are allowed to roam freely throughout the park, but I was not prepared for how many of them there were and how close they got to you without showing any fear. We didn't try to get too close and moved along our way. We enjoyed a picnic lunch and a game of cricket in a clearing before walking back. It would have been nice to take a bike ride along the path, but maybe that will have to be next time! read more

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And to think Regent's Park has been my favourite for so long! I went to Richmond Park after looking online for interesting walks around London and being recommended this, and it was wonderful! You get amazing views and really great picnicking areas. I didn't get to see any of the famous deer while I was there but I'm going to go again :) Pembroke Lodge/Gardens are amazing, so I'm very excited to traverse the rest of this park :D EDIT -- Went here again, and jeebus we found the deer xD They come right up to you if you come close and they're quite friendly :P I was quite giddy about that. read more

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Fantastic open space to spend a weekend day, either with a bike, or for a picnic or just to relax with a book. And with all the free deer around, you most likely see some. I always have. I thoroughly recommend. read more

Highly Recommend the Midsummer Horse Carriage Ride with English Shire Horses in Richmond Park. We booked a 60 minute carriage ride through the park on a beautiful evening. The carriage comfortably sat six people. I would definitely recommend it if you want to slow down and see the world pass by. Please note this is a seasonal offering so please check for their availability. read more

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A great park, right up there near Hampstead Heath as a park that has parts left largely natural. Lots of trees, lots of paths for running, etc. There are large herds of deer that live in the park, and this is obviously a large attraction to kids and city folk. I quite like walking here in autumn: the cool, quiet air make it a really relaxing place. read more

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One of the nicest parks in London. You can observe deers in the wild. Great for cycling, drone or kite flying.

I'm reading through some of the other reviews and I'm thinking, what I can say that hasn't already been said. Honestly, this is one of the most beautiful places I have not only had the pleasure of going too, but also living across town not far from the Park. So I of course go through Richmond town to get here and you can go and walk for miles. It's stunning and I can't recommend this to people more. If you're coming to London and get the chance to visit Richmond and head up Richmond Hill and to the park. Trust me, it's amazing! I love it. read more

Wonderful greenery and wilderness in cosmopolitan city. The walks are endless and the view on the hill is breathtaking. read more

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How could anyone ever have something bad to say about Richmond Park?? Great for a long walk! Brilliant place to spot deer, ducks, geese, swans, herons, skylark...list goes on...! Pembroke Lodge is lovely for some afternoon tea! Main meals may seem a little steep (some dishes up to £14), but food is great quality. read more

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I love walking through Richmond Park and Seeing the Deer's.I love being out in the open space and breathing in the fresh air. The only slight drawback to the park is there are not enough public toilets. read more

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Richmond Park is a big piece of green in SW London that locals use to try and make themselves feel that they're in the countryside. The park does have a slightly more rural feel to it than for example Hyde Park - foliage has been allowed to grow a little taller and more freely and there are the famous deer There is quite a lot of traffic in the daytime as motor vehicles will use the park as a route when the park gates are open. However, the park is big enough that you can escape from the noise and pollution quite easily. You will see people on other modes of transport - horse-riding, bicycles, blading etc It has quite a family feel to it One problem is the access to the park isn't easy by public transport. However, there is parking for cars dotted around the park A lovely park to enjoy. Just don't catch Lyme's disease from those deer! read more

less of a park and more of a country in its own right I feel. It has it's own inhabitants - the deer and squirrels, and it takes hours on tfl to get there if you live in east London! Oh how I love it though, and if you are looking for the country in a city this is it. Don't expect paved walkways, don't expect ice cream stands just hope you don't stand or sit in some animal shit. This is the ideal spot for a long walk no matter what time of year and just wondering around the park takes away the trouble of your day. Open fields and wildlife for all to enjoy this really is a beautiful London hot spot. Ahhh.... fresh air! read more

An nature oasis in London? No it's not Hyde Park but Richmond Park! It is a truly unique place as they have deer and other animals living free, something you can't really see in any other major city of the world! The restaurant in the park is also an very nice stop for some afternoon tea and scones, something everybody should experience if they want to do something very British! :) From the station to the park it's a nice walk trough the center of Richmond. It's a nice town that would be worth a visit on it's own. Remember to take comfortable shoes that you don't mind getting a bit muddy... read more

When I was little and I drove through Richmond Park with my parents I would be so excited to see the lovely deer grazing amongst the trees or at the side of the road. Now I'm older, when I'm driving through Richmond Park to go and see my parents, I can honestly say I am just as excited to see the deer as I was when I was a kid. My boyfriend and I will always compete to see them first. Richmond Park is beautiful all year round - from the bright greens of spring to the orange leaves of autumn. We drove through during a snowy spell and were lucky enough to see a stag standing proud with the snow falling around him, surrounded by an orange sky - never have I been more disappointed not to have a camera on me. There's always plenty going on - picnics, running groups, cycle paths, family days out, couples on a stroll, yummy mummies with buggies. But my favourite thing is and always will be the deer. The YouTube video of "FENTON!!!" never stops being funny! read more

Very barely within the city limits of London. It almost has the feel of a national park due to its size and relative wilderness. Certainly worth a walk around. Probably one of London's better kept secrets that deserves more of a spotlight. read more

Absolutely gorgeous and well worth devoting several hours to. I agree with Catherine H on the safari comparison - it is so amazing and ridiculous to wander through huge green fields among so many deer. You forget that you are in London very quickly. I rode my bike here for a Saturday afternoon investigation, and I can't believe how easy it was to get here from my little flat in Barnes. The bike paths are great and it's so scenic. A little dangerous for a first-time visitor on a bike, as you could easily become distracted by the beauty and bash into a tree or something. Richmond Park attracts all types of outdoors lovers; horseback riders, bike riders, joggers, kite flyers, picnic-ers, dog walkers... do not miss out. read more

Oh my, I really love Richmond park. I've lived in London for what feels like ages now, but have never got round to visiting here. My boyfriend & I picked an excellent autumnal-esque afternoon for a walk, and it couldn't have been better planned (even though it wasn't) as there was a duathalon on in the park which meant that the roads running through it were closed to traffic. Obviously Richmond Park is massive, so you can walk right into it and not be bothered by traffic at all, but it was nice to see it so so quiet & nice and natural. It is so amazing here. Firstly, it is HUGE. Hard to believe that you are still in the city. Secondly, there are all the deer - it's great to be able to walk right beside them & they are beautiful. I am a big fan of Henry VIII, I love stomping around pretending I am back in his hunting grounds (although, I block out the part where he actually hunts the deers...) We visited the Isabella Plantation, which I totally recommend. It is beautiful in there with so many plants, trees & foliage. It's extremely peaceful & just a wonderful place to take a walk in any season. I will definitely be returning to Richmond Park often - there is just so much to discover. read more