Where to See Cherry Blossom in London: The Ultimate Family Guide 2026
London in spring is pure magic. After months of grey skies, the city suddenly bursts into colour as parks, gardens and quiet residential streets fill with delicate pink and white blossom.
From iconic landmarks to hidden neighbourhood streets, cherry blossom trees appear all across the capital, creating some of the most beautiful spring scenes in Europe.
Whether you're visiting London for a weekend or planning a family day out, this guide will help you discover the best places to see blossom in London, with mini itineraries, maps and tips for spotting the most photogenic spots.
When Is Cherry Blossom Season in London?
Cherry blossom season in London typically runs from late March through April and sometimes into early May depending on the weather.
Early blossoms may appear in late March, while peak bloom often happens during the first two weeks of April.
Because British weather can be unpredictable, blossom may bloom earlier or later each year, so it's always worth checking local updates before visiting.
Map of Cherry Blossom Trees in London
Planning your own blossom adventure around the capital? To make things easier, we’ve created a London Cherry Blossom Map featuring all the best blossom streets, parks and hidden spots across the city. Simply open the map and save it straight to your phone so you can access it while exploring. That way, wherever you are in London, you can quickly see the nearest blossom locations and plan your next stop. Whether you're wandering through Notting Hill’s pastel streets, strolling through Regent's Park or spotting blossom near St Paul's Cathedral, the map makes it easy to turn your day out into a full London blossom trail adventure.
The Best Blossom Spots in London by Area
London is a huge city, so the easiest way to explore the blossom trees is by area. Below you'll find the best cherry blossom locations across West, North, East, South and Central London, along with mini itineraries and travel tips.
West London Blossom Trail
West London is home to some of the most famous cherry blossom streets in the city, especially around Notting Hill and Kensington.
Best places for blossom
• Stanley Crescent, Notting Hill
• Hillgate Place, Kensington
• Kew Gardens
• Holland Park
• Clovelly Road, Chiswick
Most Instagrammable spot
Stanley Crescent in Notting Hill is one of the most photographed blossom streets in London, where pastel houses meet pink blossom trees.
Best for kids
Holland Park has a fantastic playground and wide green spaces for picnics.
Closest tube stations
• Notting Hill Gate Underground Station
• Kensington High Street Underground Station
Mini Blossom Itinerary (2–3 hours)
Start: Notting Hill Gate
Walk Stanley Crescent and Hillgate Place (30 minutes)
Walk to Holland Park for playground and blossom spotting (1 hour)
Optional extension: tube to Kew Gardens (1–2 hours)
Stanley Crescent
North London Blossom Trail
North London is perfect for blossom walks with scenic views, especially around Regent’s Park and Primrose Hill.
Best places for blossom
• Regent's Park cherry blossom avenue
• Primrose Hill
• Waterlow Park
• Hampstead Heath
• St Paul’s Terrace, Camden
Most Instagrammable spot
The blossom paths inside Regent’s Park with Primrose Hill views nearby.
Best for kids
Regent’s Park playground is one of the largest playgrounds in central London.
Closest tube stations
• Regent's Park Underground Station
• Camden Town Underground Station
Mini Blossom Itinerary (2–3 hours)
Start at Regent’s Park tube
Walk the blossom avenue (45 minutes)
Visit the playground (30 minutes)
Walk to Primrose Hill for skyline views (30 minutes)
Optional: continue to Camden Market for lunch
Regent's Park cherry blossom avenue
East London Blossom Trail
East London offers quieter blossom locations mixed with vibrant markets and local cafés.
Best places for blossom
• Columbia Road
• Wilmot Street, Hackney
• Victoria Park
• London Fields
Most Instagrammable spot
Columbia Road during spring when blossom trees appear alongside the famous flower market.
Best for kids
Victoria Park has playgrounds, open lawns and a boating lake.
Closest stations
• Hoxton Station
• Bethnal Green Underground Station
Mini Blossom Itinerary (1.5–2 hours)
Start at Columbia Road (30 minutes)
Walk through Hackney blossom streets (30 minutes)
Head to Victoria Park for playground and picnic (1 hour)
South London Blossom Trail
South London has some beautiful parks filled with blossom trees and stunning skyline views.
Best places for blossom
• Greenwich Park, Ranger’s House
• Battersea Park cherry blossom avenue
• Myatt's Fields Park
• Telegraph Hill Park
Most Instagrammable spot
The blossom avenue inside Battersea Park.
Best for kids
Greenwich Park has a playground and wide open spaces.
Closest stations
• Cutty Sark DLR Station
• Battersea Park Railway Station
Mini Blossom Itinerary (2 hours)
Start at Greenwich Park entrance
Walk blossom paths to Royal Observatory (45 minutes)
Explore Greenwich village and market (45 minutes)
Optional river walk along the Thames
Ranger’s House, Greenwich Park, London
Central London Blossom Trail
Even in the heart of the city you can find beautiful blossom trees near historic landmarks.
Best places for blossom
• St Paul's Cathedral gardens
• St James's Park
• St Dunstan in the East
• Lincoln's Inn Fields
• Victoria Embankment Gardens
Most Instagrammable spot
Blossom trees framing the dome of St Paul’s Cathedral.
Best for kids
St James’s Park has a playground and views of Buckingham Palace.
Closest tube stations
• St. Paul's Underground Station
• Westminster Underground Station
Mini Blossom Itinerary (1.5 hours)
Start at St Paul’s Cathedral
Explore blossom near Paternoster Square (20 minutes)
Walk to St Dunstan in the East garden (20 minutes)
End with riverside walk through Embankment Gardens
20 Hidden Cherry Blossom Streets in London
These quieter locations are perfect if you want to avoid crowds and find beautiful blossom-lined streets across the city.
West London
• Elgin Crescent – Notting Hill
• Ladbroke Square Gardens – Kensington
• St Luke’s Mews – Notting Hill
• Campden Hill Road – Kensington
• Clovelly Road – Chiswick
North London
• Chalcot Crescent – Primrose Hill
• Kelly Street – Kentish Town
• St Paul’s Terrace – Camden
• Rousden Street – Camden
• Grove Park Terrace – Chiswick
Chelsea & Central London
• Bywater Street – Chelsea
• Tedworth Square – Chelsea
• Ampton Street – Bloomsbury
• Paternoster Square area – near St Paul's Cathedral
East London
• Wilmot Street – Hackney
• Pearson Street – Hackney
• Navarino Road – Dalston
South London
• Breakspears Road – Brockley
• Hilly Fields Crescent – Brockley
• Telegraph Hill streets – New Cross
These streets often have beautiful blossom trees but far fewer tourists, making them some of the most Instagrammable hidden blossom spots in London.
London Blossom Scavenger Hunt for Kids
Turn blossom spotting into a family adventure.
Can you find:
• A pink blossom tree
• A white blossom tree
• A bee visiting blossom
• Blossom petals covering the ground
• A park full of spring flowers
• The biggest blossom tree you can find
Bonus challenge: take a family photo under the blossom.
Kew Gardens, Blossom Walk
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Cherry blossom usually peaks in early to mid April, although blooms may appear earlier or later depending on weather.
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London does not have a single festival like Japan, but many parks including Kew Gardens celebrate spring with seasonal displays.
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Spring is one of the best times to visit London thanks to blossom trees, spring flowers and longer daylight hours.
