Best running routes in London
Greater London, England
London is one of the best running cities in the UK — endless parks, the Thames Path on both banks, and quiet residential streets once you're out of Zone 1. Whether you're training for the London Marathon or just chasing a weekend 5K, there's a route for every distance.
Best for
Park loops, riverside long runs, marathon training.
5 routes to try in London
1.Hyde Park & Serpentine Loop
5.6 kmA flat, well-lit loop around the Serpentine. The classic London beginner-friendly route.
Start: Hyde Park Corner•Surface: Parks
Plan this route on the map →2.Thames Path: Westminster to Tower Bridge
6.4 kmIconic riverside out-and-back past the South Bank, Tate Modern and the Globe.
Start: Westminster Bridge•Surface: Mixed
Plan this route on the map →3.Regent's Park Outer Loop
4.5 kmWide tarmac path popular with club runners. Easy to layer multiple loops.
Start: Regent's Park tube•Surface: Parks
Plan this route on the map →4.Richmond Park Tamsin Trail
11.6 kmRolling off-road loop with deer and views — a UK long-run classic.
Start: Richmond Gate•Surface: Trail
Plan this route on the map →5.Regent's Canal: Camden to Victoria Park
8 kmFlat traffic-free towpath running east through Islington and Hackney.
Start: Camden Lock•Surface: Canal/River
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Plan your own route in London
These are starting points, not a fixed list. Use Pacer to drop pins anywhere in London, snap your route to real roads and paths, and save it for race day.
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