The Royal Park between Buckingham Palace and Whitehall, with a lake and pelicans that have lived here since a Russian ambassador gave them in 1664. From the lake there are classic views to Buckingham Palace and the London Eye.
- Address
- St James's Park, London SW1A 2BJ
- Hours
- Pedestrian gates 05:00-24:00 (Royal Parks)
- Best time to go
- Morning · About 45 min
- Price
- Free; deckchairs GBP 4 per hour or GBP 14 per day, March-October (Visit London 2026)
- Price level
- £
Details can change. Check hours and prices before you go.
Good to know
- The pelicans are fed near Duck Island Cottage at 14:30 daily
- Early morning is the quiet time, when you can have the Blue Bridge to yourself