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Parliament Hill

Scenic Lookout, Park, and Hill

Hampste, London

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Parliament Hill

9.2^/10

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Ranked #9 for scenic lookouts in London
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"Great views of London Skyline!"(3 Tips)
"Don't forget the picnic."(2 Tips)
"... come up here when it's quietest (very early in the morning, for example) to..."(3 Tips)
"One of the best views of the city in London."(6 Tips)

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Chris PhillipsAugust 22, 2016
Been here 10+ times
Try to come up here when it's quietest (very early in the morning, for example) to have a chance of being able to enjoy one of the best views in London on your own.
Tim O'DonovanAugust 26, 2014
Lovely views of the city from here. Can get very crowded on warm days. There's more to the Heath than Parliament hill. Take the time to explore.
Alan BrutenicAugust 19, 2013
Great views of London Skyline! One of the largest and most beautiful from London's parks.
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Chris ReesApril 15, 2016
One of the best views of the city in London. If you prefer the view from the other side go to Frank's Campari bar in Peckham!
Andy At FocallocalJuly 2, 2012
last sat of every month we bring our 30m slide to the hill, cover it in baby oil and slide all the way to the bottom. you're all invited to join us, visit here for more details: www.focallocal.org :)
HISTORY UKFebruary 15, 2011
The name of this hill dates back to the English Civil War when it was occupied by Roundhead (Parliamentary) soldiers. The panoramic views over London are protected by law.
Stephen CrockerDecember 14, 2014
The view from the summit is quite impressive, especially as sunset approaches.
Lauren KeithMarch 23, 2014
Climb to the top and take in a gorgeous view of the city. Don't forget the picnic. http://bit.ly/ZFehqn
Jah RahmanDecember 4, 2015
A great spot overlooking the city.
Pete RepkaOctober 11, 2012
Been here 10+ times
A lovely place to walk the dog, with a great view over London
Ceara PixieJune 28, 2015
Love the view. Ice-cream stall only takes cash.
Time Out LondonMarch 27, 2012
Parliament Hill sports a state-of-the-art adventure playground, still looking spanking new after its award-winning refurb. Read more
Sole AngelApril 27, 2018
Great view. Couple of seats around.
Kasia KoczułapSeptember 27, 2016
Amazing view in night!
David GethinJuly 16, 2014
The view from the top is worth the effort.
Pete HarmerSeptember 1, 2018
Perfect spot for amazing views of London
Matthew OatwayFebruary 25, 2019
Great for a walk on a nice day
Spotted by Locals - city guides by localsJuly 26, 2015
Try and win a pound from the Heath’s very own poet laureate. Read more
Catherine GouletAugust 14, 2018
Get food and drinks at M&S first then enjoy food and the view.
KseniaJuly 4, 2015
The view is meh. Worth climbing on it for only to get sweaty and tanned on a hot day.
clive kornitzerApril 17, 2019
Great for views of london and kite flying
Saxow BoyDecember 16, 2015
View, picnic, fresh air
Amy WrightJuly 24, 2016
Great view over London
LondonistJune 20, 2010
Forget the view from the top. Head a little down the southern slope where you get still-good views but far fewer people.
Fionners GOctober 16, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Bring a bottle of bubbly and enjoy a vista of London city from a high
Ben ImrieAugust 30, 2021
Great views of London. Especially during NYE fireworks display!
Kyriaki VasilakiDecember 15, 2015
Benches around to rest and enjoy the view.
Modi ElnadiJanuary 15, 2016
Amazing view :)
Anna ChuchmekMay 27, 2015
Better to stay before this hill, on it - a lot of people
Mark AshworthOctober 15, 2016
Great view of London from here.
GemmaSeptember 9, 2012
George Orwell's house is at the entrance to the Heath on Parliament Hill for literary fans to pay homage.
Shuvani BurtDecember 29, 2015
Amazing views of London!
Bozhidar IvanovJune 7, 2015
The scenery
Little ScrapesJanuary 7, 2016
Bring wellies if it's been wet
Mars NicolaouSeptember 5, 2020
Love the farmers market
Paolo LimMay 25, 2015
It is the hill that has no parliament on top of it.
Silvia CosteloeJanuary 19, 2011
Swim in the ponds. The ladies' pond is the prettiest and open all winter.
Tom BrewerOctober 19, 2015
Protected view over London
SaltukhanMay 4, 2014
Perfect. .....
AccuraCastAugust 3, 2011
The best place for a team brainstorming session - no telephone calls or computer monitors to distract
asli calisirDecember 29, 2014
autumn is best here
Sam HornerOctober 24, 2009
Been here 5+ times
see the view from the top. best view of London you can get.
MissRachelle DOctober 29, 2010
Amazing fireworks vantage point for Guy Fawlkes night
LondonistJune 10, 2010
Forget the top of the hill - too overcrowded. Instead,head down the southern slope, where you'll find peace and quiet and a still-impressive view of the city.
Ant BabajeeJune 4, 2010
Been here 100+ times
One of the best views of London
Hal MacdermotMarch 8, 2011
fly a kite!
Dannie H.August 22, 2018
Von dort hat man einen ganz tollen Blick über London!! Unbedingt hin!!
Vincenzo De CristofaroJanuary 19, 2016
Una vista panoramica di Londra fantastica!!! Wonderful landscape #london
Roberto FFebruary 19, 2016
Ótimo lugar para visitar em dias ensolarados. Se você quer outra opção de visão panorâmica aqui é o lugar.
Chicho Valentino Ringholm LezcanoJanuary 29, 2014
"Los árboles tienen una vida secreta que sólo les es dado conocer a los que se trepan a ellos" Reynaldo Arenas

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