Duration: 2.5 Hours
Take a visit to the countryside within London! Away from the crowded city this walk explores the undulating leafy lanes of village Hampstead with its pretty cottages, unique shops and hidden corners. Hampstead was home to famous painters and poets, such as Constable and Keats, and novelists too. See the areas that inspired them, from uplifting views across the Heath to spooky overgrown churchyards, plus the home of an architect who became a James Bond villain. Peaceful Hampstead is a charming and attractive area from which you see unexpected glimpses of the city you've left behind. It is hard to believe that a journey from central London that took 3 hours in the 18th century now takes only 20 minutes on the Underground!
Want to see more of the countryside? Add the following Kenwood Extension and really make a day of it!
Hampstead Heath and Kenwood Extension - London's Countryside
This countryside walk, across Hampstead Heath, through woods and open spaces, provides sweeping views of London. It culminates in a visit to an exquisite 18th century house, home to a magnificent collection of paintings. Your guide will show you masterpieces by Rembrandt, Gainsborough and Vermeer, as well as the place to buy a refreshing cup of tea and some excellent cakes! This afternoon tour lasts about three hours and some of the paths maybe muddy. Great for walking enthusiasts!