Westminster
St James's Park
Lake views between palace and Whitehall
Photo by Antonio Vivace on Unsplash
- Nearest Station
- St James's ParkAbout 5 min walk
- Best Time
- Morning / SunsetMornings are quiet and the lake is often still, giving clean reflections.
Best Shot
Great for vertical · 9:16Suggested composition at St James's Park
- Where to stand
- On the Blue Bridge across the middle of the lake
- Composition
- Face west for the palace or east towards Horse Guards and its buildings. Have your subject lean on the bridge railing with the lake and buildings behind.
Tips
- Commercial filming in the Royal Parks may require permission
- Keep reflectors and large kit to a minimum on the lawns
- Autumn colours are another highlight
Overview
St James's Park is the Royal Park beside Buckingham Palace, with views across the lake to the palace and the buildings of Whitehall. Its greenery and water suit calm lifestyle content.
- Palace view from the Blue Bridge
- Pelicans and other waterbirds
- Beautiful seasonal flower beds
Creator Information
- Area
- Westminster
- Nearest Station
- St James's ParkDistrict · Circle
- Walking Time
- About 5 min walk
- Best For
- Instagram / Lifestyle / Travel / YouTube
- Best Time
- Morning / SunsetMornings are quiet and the lake is often still, giving clean reflections.
- Indoor / Outdoor
- Outdoor
- Free / Paid
- FreeFree
- Rain Friendly
- Best in fair weather
- Filming Permission
- Check before shootingCommercial filming in the Royal Parks may require permission. Personal photos are common, but depending on the scale of your kit we recommend checking in advance.Read the filming permission guide
Nearest stations, prices, opening hours and filming rules may change. This information is currently being verified. Please check official sources before you go.
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