Tube Trekking London – Family Friendly walks around Greater London starting and ending at Tube Stations. Covering History, Arts, Food, Architecture & So Much More.

What is Tube Trekking?

Tube Trekking is all about exploring London on foot, using the city’s iconic Tube or also known as the Underground network as your guide. Each route starts and ends at a specific London Underground station, making it easy to plan your walks and discover new areas of Greater London.

Whether you’re looking for a scenic riverside stroll, a historic urban hike, or a green escape through London’s parks, Tube Trekking helps you navigate the capital safely and without spending a fortune.

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Greater London is very large, and my aim is to offer tube trekking walks not only in the very popular central area’s but also out in the wider communities to explore the parks, the shops, cafe’s, canals, the history, the rivers and lakes and everything else London has to offer.

London’s green parks and nature spaces provide a serene escape from the bustling city. Hyde Park, one of the largest, offers boating on the Serpentine and open-air concerts. Regent’s Park features beautiful rose gardens and the famous London Zoo. For a more natural setting, Hampstead Heath provides sweeping views from Parliament Hill and tranquil ponds. Richmond Park, home to herds of deer, presents a taste of the countryside within the city. These green havens are perfect for relaxation, recreation, and reconnecting with nature amidst the urban landscape.

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  Tube Trekking: Kew Tube Station > Kew Gardens > Kew Bridge to Hammersmith along the River Thames Walk.
  This Tube Trekking Thames walk from Kew to Hammersmith is one of those routes that quietly surprises you. It’s very London, but without the hustle and bustle. It’s calmer, greener, and far more local than the big-ticket central stretches of the river, you feel like you are one of the locals on this walk.
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  Tube Trekking: Monument to Westminster via London Bridge along the South Bank Queens Walk. Inc. The Golden Hinde, The Globe, Tate Modern, London Eye & Big Ben.
  This Tube Trekking route follows the Thames Path from Monument to Westminster, linking together some of London’s most important historic and cultural landmarks. It’s flat, easy and packed with stories — Roman trade routes, Tudor theatres, Victorian industry and modern London all stitched together by the river.
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  Tube Trekking: Shoreditch & Brick Lane Street Art Loop (Liverpool Street Circular). Free Self-Guided Tour.
  This Tube Trekking loop from Liverpool Street Station is a relaxed, self-guided wander through some of the best street art in Shoreditch and Brick Lane. Instead of hills and trig points, you’ve got murals, paste-ups, graffiti battles and ever-changing walls.
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  Big Bus Tours London – Tickets, Routes & Map (with River Cruise)
  London is packed with world-famous sights, but it can feel overwhelming to try and fit everything in. The Big Bus hop-on hop-off tour makes life easier. Sit back on the open-top deck, listen to the commentary, and let the bus do the hard work while you decide where to hop off and explore.
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  Richmond Park Circular Walk – The Tamsin Trail & King Henry’s Mound has Wild Deer, Views & Woodland in the Heart of Greater London.
  Richmond Park is one of the best urban walking spots in the UK. Despite being just 30 minutes from Central London, it feels like a true escape – with open grasslands, ancient oak trees, and hundreds of free-roaming deer. For other Greater London walks, check out my Tube Trekking section, for other off the main tourist area routes, which start and end at various Tube Stations.
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  Sloane Square along Kings Road to home of The Chelsea Pensioners, Chelsea Bridge, Battersea Park Walk to Battersea Power Station.
  This Sloane Square ‘Tube Trekking‘ walk takes you through some of London’s most stylish and historic areas, starting at Sloane Square Tube Station, the gateway to Chelsea’s most fashionable and exclusive shops and streets. From… Read more: Sloane Square along Kings Road to home of The Chelsea Pensioners, Chelsea Bridge, Battersea Park Walk to Battersea Power Station.
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  Places to stay in Richmond upon Thames, a list of accommodation to discover Kew Gardens, Richmond Park and it’s Eclectic Shops & Cafes.
  10 places to stay in and around Richmond Upon Thames, an affluent residential district on the River Thames. Each one offers unique amenities, great locations, and a range of prices to suit every traveler. I… Read more: Places to stay in Richmond upon Thames, a list of accommodation to discover Kew Gardens, Richmond Park and it’s Eclectic Shops & Cafes.
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  Tower of London Tickets and Review, plus the closest Tube Station & Hotels near London & Tower Bridge
  Tickets Sell Fast – Get Them Here Recommended: Tower of London and Crown Jewels Exhibition Ticket Recommended: Best hotels near Tower of London & London Bridge The Tower of London is one of London’s most… Read more: Tower of London Tickets and Review, plus the closest Tube Station & Hotels near London & Tower Bridge
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  10 Best Hotels near Tower Bridge, London Bridge & the Tower of London + Tower of London tour Tickets, Prices & Availability.
  The best 10 Hotels near London Bridge, Tower Bridge and the Tower of London. Each one offers unique amenities, prime locations, and a range of prices to suit every traveler. My post dedicated to the ‘Tower of London’ talks about the great day we had there, and I have included information about buying tickets early and jumping the cues.
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  Kew Gardens London Walk, Royal Botanical Gardens Trail from Kew Gardens Station. 50,000 Living Plants from Around The World.
  Kew Gardens, located in southwest London, is one of the world’s most renowned botanical gardens, with its vast collection of plants and its role in scientific research and conservation. Spanning over 300 acres, Kew is… Read more: Kew Gardens London Walk, Royal Botanical Gardens Trail from Kew Gardens Station. 50,000 Living Plants from Around The World.
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  Kensington Gardens, Italian Gardens, Diana Princess of Wales Memorial Fountain, The Serpentine & Hyde Park, finishing in Knightsbridge
  This walk through some of London’s most famous parks begins in Kensington Gardens and continues through Hyde Park. We started by exploring the beautiful Kensington Palace then walked to the Italian Gardens, where we took… Read more: Kensington Gardens, Italian Gardens, Diana Princess of Wales Memorial Fountain, The Serpentine & Hyde Park, finishing in Knightsbridge
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  Paddington, Little Venice, Regents Canal walk to Camden and it’s amazing food market, shops & fun!
    Region: Regents Canal, Paddington, Westminster, London Place To Stay: Paddington is the closest spot to the start, Notting Hill is pretty close, but you could walk it backwards and stay in Camden, so many… Read more: Paddington, Little Venice, Regents Canal walk to Camden and it’s amazing food market, shops & fun!
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  Richmond upon Thames – Royal Palace, River Thames, Shops, Pubs & Cafe’s, Richmond Park and it’s Deer, Gardens & Lakes.
  All of my walking guides and adventures are free to read, and always will be. To help keep them coming, I’ve partnered with a few carefully chosen affiliate sites — including Booking.com, GetYourGuide, and Skyscanner.… Read more: Richmond upon Thames – Royal Palace, River Thames, Shops, Pubs & Cafe’s, Richmond Park and it’s Deer, Gardens & Lakes.
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  Chiswick Outdoor Market Walk + William Hogarth – Turnham Green to Chiswick Park Tube Stations
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  City of London Walk – Sky Scrapers, Monuments, Tower of London, Tower Bridge and River Thames. Tickets & Hotel Info Below.
  Tower of London Tickets Sell Fast – Get Them Here Welcome to the magnificent City of London Walk! Starting at ‘Monument‘ Tube Station, get ready to immerse yourself in a blend of modern skyscrapers, historic… Read more: City of London Walk – Sky Scrapers, Monuments, Tower of London, Tower Bridge and River Thames. Tickets & Hotel Info Below.