Planning a spring weekend away in London? South Kensington is one of the best places to embrace the season, this guide will help you make the most of your trip. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Spring in London means warmer weather, lighter nights and of course lots of flowers! From March onwards, daffodils and crocuses begin bursting through the soil, transforming the royal parks and pathways into vibrant displays of yellow, purple, and white.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
One of the most spectacular places to see them is\u00a0Green Park,<\/strong>\u00a0where an incredible\u00a0one million daffodils<\/em>\u00a0bloom each year. Usually a wide, tranquil stretch of green, the park becomes a dazzling sea of colour, making it one of the most impressive floral sights in the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As the season progresses,\u00a0cherry blossom\u00a0takes centre stage. These beautiful clusters of pink attract a devoted following every year, with many asking \u2018where is the best cherry blossom in London?\u2019 and flocking to capture the perfect springtime photo. Near South Kensington, some of the best cherry blossom spots include the edges of\u00a0Kensington Gardens,\u00a0Royal Albert Hall\u2019s surrounding streets,\u00a0and the elegant crescents tucked behind Exhibition Road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Spring blooms and pretty parks may be a visual treat for the eyes, but this isn\u2019t the only beauty to gaze at throughout Spring in South Kensington. This area is a cultural hub for many art galleries, installations and exhibitions – visit the V&A, Design Museum, The Royal Academy of Arts and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A must visit when staying in South Kensington is a trip to the\u00a0Serpentine Gallery<\/a><\/strong>, renowned for its free admission and contemporary art exhibits. This gallery is split across two sites just a short distance from each other on opposite sides of the Serpentine Lake. An usual feature of this gallery is that it unveils a new architectural pavilion design each year. For 2026,\u00a0Lanza Atelier\u00a0has designed a striking Serpentine Pavilion inspired by the gallery\u2019s namesake lake and the historic English classic \u201ccrinkle\u2011crankle\u201d wall. The flowing brick structure showcases the beauty of curved architecture, while serving as a caf\u00e9 and event space throughout the season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Inside the galleries, two major free exhibitions are scheduled for 2026:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Make sure to book your free tickets to the exhibitions before you go to avoid any queuing or disappointment.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n At The Bentley we are excited for lots of well-loved spring events just around the corner like The London Marathon, The Chelsea Flower Show and Chelsea in Bloom. Make sure you book your stay in plenty of time to be able to enjoy these events to the full. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The Bentley Hotel<\/a> is not only in a great location but it\u2019s a great place to add some luxury to your London trip. Treat yourself to a stay above the rest in opulent rooms and suites fit for royalty and a trip to our well-loved spa \u2013 Le Kalon. Make sure to take a look at our latest South Kensington spa packages<\/a> designed to refresh and rejuvenate, like our band new spring packages<\/a> or chocolate themed Easter packages.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n With 3 bank holiday weekends on the horizon there is plenty of opportunity (or excuses!) to book a long weekend in London. Take a look at our offers page<\/a> for the best deals when you book direct, stay for longer or to take advantage of our Spring Escape offer<\/a> valid on stays until the 31st<\/sup> May. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Planning a spring weekend away in London? South Kensington is one of the best places to embrace the season, this guide will help you make the most of your trip. A City in Bloom Spring in London means warmer weather, lighter nights and of course lots of flowers! 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