Animal and nature lovers rejoice, the city of London is full of magical places you can go to visit your favourite furry friends.
Whether you want to head to a zoo and learn more about exotic creatures or get out and about in nature and see animals in their natural habitat, there’s plenty to see and do in the capital for those who prefer their companions to have four legs.
Keep your stay at the Montcalm London City exciting by checking out some of our top recommendations for animal lovers and wildlife fanatics in London.
Hyde Park
Situated right in the heart of London and spanning an impressive 350 acres, no weekend in London would be complete without a visit to the iconic Hyde Park. The area provides a unique habitat for animals and the creation of the meadow area has given butterflies a brand new home to feed off stunning native wildflowers.
Head to The Serpentine, where you will find a large number of wildfowl, particularly during the winter months. The lake is also home to a range of insects that provide the perfect feeding ground for bats.
Be sure to keep your eyes peeled for other exotic visitors to the park. Recent sightings have included a black swan and a buzzard. Who knows, you might see something you never have before during your stay at the Montcalm London City.
Regent’s Park
Chester Rd, London NW1 4NR
Regent’s Park is one of the Royal Parks of London and lies within north-west London, partly in the City of Westminster and partly in the London Borough of Camden. It is a great place to visit no matter which part of the city you are keen to explore. Regent’s Park is often hailed as one of London’s most popular green spaces and here you will find a vast selection of creatures to look out for. Expect to see hedgehogs, kestrels, tawny owls and green woodpeckers, perfect for teaching the little ones about everything that nature has to offer while staying at one of our luxury suites London.
London Zoo
London NW1 4RY
London Zoo is the world’s oldest scientific zoo, so is well worth a visit while you’re exploring everything the capital has to offer. Opened in 1828, the zoo is home to many of nature’s finest creatures, so there’s sure to be something for everybody here. Head to the Land of The Lions, where you and your family will come face to face with the majestic Asiatic lions. Get involved in an interactive Indian adventure and help the forest rangers deal with a lion related emergency in the Gir Forest. After, help out the veterinary team who quickly come to the rescue.
If you’re worried that your children might be afraid of the big cats, there’s plenty of other tamer creatures to visit with. Meerkats are always a big hit with the little ones who will jump at the opportunity to feed these fascinating animals.
