Nature in the city

Walks, England, Greater London, City of Westminster
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Nature in the city

Embankment, London

by lizearle

  • 1hr 50m / 4.5km
  • 279

A wonderful nature-filled walk around St James’ Park, Covent Garden and some hidden green spaces. Feel calm, happy and refreshed.

  • Public toilets
  • Water feature
  • Child friendly
  • Refreshments
  • Wildlife
  • Public transport

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  1. We start this gentle jaunt just outside Embankment Station in the pretty Victoria Embankment Gardens, which includes a small cafe.

    Step 1: We start this gentle jaunt just outside Embankment Station in the pretty Victoria Embankment Gardens, which includes a small cafe.

  2. Soak up the flora and fauna mixed with simply stunning views over the Thames to the Southbank and the London Eye.

    Step 2: Soak up the flora and fauna mixed with simply stunning views over the Thames to the Southbank and the London Eye.

  3. When you’re feeling calm and ready, exit the gardens down onto the main Victoria Embankment road that follows alongside the river Thames.

    Step 3: When you’re feeling calm and ready, exit the gardens down onto the main Victoria Embankment road that follows alongside the river Thames.

  4. Turn right and follow alongside the road, past the entrance to Embankment Station. Don’t worry, we’re not on the busy road for long.

    Step 4: Turn right and follow alongside the road, past the entrance to Embankment Station. Don’t worry, we’re not on the busy road for long.

  5. Enjoy moving between these spaces. Be present and mindful. Go under the pedestrian and railway bridges.

    Step 5: Enjoy moving between these spaces. Be present and mindful. Go under the pedestrian and railway bridges.

  6. Cross the road and head into the Whitehall Gardens.

    Step 6: Cross the road and head into the Whitehall Gardens.

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