KENSINGTON GARDENS

No trip to London is complete without a visit to at least one of the city’s eight Royal Parks. My pick? Kensington Gardens. After all, it is home to Kensington Palace, where Princes Harry and William and Duchess Kate live when they’re in town. If you’re lucky, you might even spot one of the Windsor clan out for a jog! Thousands of families flock to the gardens every year to visit the Princess Diana memorial playground. Timing your holiday this year would be extra special, as it’s the 20th anniversary of her death. TIP Don’t miss tea at the Orangery. Once the hub of Queen Anne’s court, the beautiful 18th-century restaurant is the perfect spot for a traditional high tea of finger sandwiches and orange-scented scones. From $46 per person, book at orangerykensingtonpalace.co.uk. NEA NEAREST TUBE STAT STATIONS High St Kens Kensington, Lancaster Gate or Queensway.