Palaces and Protests Self Guided Tour of Kensington and Hyde
The phrase "one for the road" allegedly began with condemned prisoners getting a final drink on their way to the gallows — right where Marble Arch stands today. This self-guided audio tour of Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens walks you through centuries of stories like these, all at your own pace using our app. From the free-speech legacy of Speakers' Corner to the Serpentine Lake, you'll cross from Hyde Park into Kensington Gardens, where Peter Pan's statue was secretly installed overnight as a surprise for London's children. You'll see Princess Diana's memorial fountain and the Italian Water Gardens, a Victorian masterpiece gifted by Prince Albert to Queen Victoria. No fixed start time, no group to keep up with. Go beyond natural beauty to uncover the stories of two of London’s majestic Royal Parks on one self-guided tour. Over 20,000 travelers have used our self-guided tours across Europe, and every booking comes with a full refund guarantee.
Your experience
Stop 1
Start at the iconic Marble Arch, where prisoners took "one for the road" before a journey no one returned from.
Stop 2
Stand on the very spot where Karl Marx and George Orwell gave their speeches and view the site of the Reformers' Tree
Stop 3
Discover the hidden gems of Hyde park like the Norwegian War Memorial, and the Serpentine Sackler Gallery, a gunpowder store reborn under a roof designed by Zaha Hadid.
Stop 4
Walk the shore where London once restaged Trafalga
Stop 5
Spot the white statue of Victoria gazing back at the childhood home she never forgot.
Stop 6
Question why a rectangular lake earned the name "Round Pond" and take in the Italian Water Gardens, a gift from Prince Albert to his queen.
Stop 7
Trace the water in two directions and notice where both paths finally meet.
Stop 8
Find the bronze that appeared overnight, placed in secret.
What’s included
- 100% Satisfaction Guarantee: If you don’t love the tour, write to us for a full refund.
- Audio and written guide included
- Offline access to the tour (no internet connection needed) once tour is downloaded
- Images to identify stops and in app interactive map for navigation
- 1-year access on iOS & Android. Listen to the tour anytime, as many times as you like
- Check or search your inbox for an email from “Tourific” with tour access instructions.
Not included
- Any physical devices or headphones
- Human tour guide at location
Meeting and pickup
This is a self-guided audio tour on the "Tourific self-guided tours" app. To activate the tour, check your email for instructions from Tourific or your booking platform sent right after booking. Can’t find it? Search for “Tourific” in your email inbox and spam folder. OR contact us via support.
Before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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