Spring Paradise in London- 8 best places to marvel the wisteria

A fantastic way to get to know London occurs during the springtime as the enchanting wisteria starts blooming.

The elegant streets of Kensington and Notting Hill just invite you to admire the lush power of wisteria. Exploring the London parks becomes much more enjoyable with the gentle shine of the wisteria in view.

Since it was brought from China in 1816, wisteria evolved into a cultural discovery. Wisteria in London brings a message to cultivate inner beauty and local treasures.

Though you cannot expect to visit most of the places, there’s plenty to discover in central London. Unveiling the best places leaves the space to come back next year to wisteria treasure in LondonI hope you’ll enjoy this collection, inspiring you to visit London the following spring. If you decide to discover Paris during the wisteria time, let’s say that London is more abundant.

When wisteria blooms in London

In the mid of April is a perfect time to start searching wisteria in London. Depending on the weather, each season might be different for wisteria to arrive.

The gorgeous cascades of purple might already be in full bloom on one street while slowly appearing on the other.

Usually lasting about two weeks, you have a short period to catch the beauty of this spring flower. Instagram is a good place to follow up as wisteria comes in abundance in London.

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Where to find wisteria in London

Wisteria grows literally everywhere in London, but be informed about those elegant ones further on. In almost every neighbourhood you’ll find parks and houses to admire wisteria. Being respectful to the locals living there is undeniable. It was so sweet to see the lady from the Canning Place going out and inspiring me to take photos.

At some of the popular places, the marvelous wisteria will gather lots of visitors. Seeing them taking photos and even helping myself was a fun experience, instead of being angry to wait.

Wisteria in Kensington

Where better to start than in central London, around houses that you can easily wish to be yours? In the elegant neighbourhood of Kensington, you can admire the wisteria for hours.

Kinance Mews

This charming street close to the Kensington Gardens is a gorgeous place and two stone archways divides it in two. During the autumn time, the same archway turns into a beautiful cascade of red.

Numerous mews streets served in the past to connect large mansions and townhouses. In this way, the ground floor was a stable for horses.

Covered by lilac charm of flowers, can you imagine enjoying the view from the terrace? Being so peaceful and even car-free, it’s a perfect place to stay in awe to wisteria.  

Close to the Kinance Mews, I found another mesmerising place rich in wisteria. Albert Place looks so royal on the wonderful white house.

Canning Place

It is so popular on Instagram that this cute wisteria is not to be missed. Being a tranquil street, I didn’t even see other visitors. Continuing your South Kensington tour, how much allure does wisteria give to this house? Looking so young, you’ll even wonder how it’s not so lush.

Stafford Terrace

What a breathtaking wisteria that it’s hard to put into words its beauty? After visiting Holland Park, you will stop here and wonder how is possible to have such a magical wisteria. It’s very Instagrammable so you’ll surely find someone to share your photography passion.

Very close to Notting Hill, you’ll continue to the Bedford Gardens.

Bedford Gardens

Such an incredible wisteria deserves the prize of the prettiest spring house in London. More than that, the entrance is a place to admire the curly treasure of April. The pastel pink door adds to the loveliness of this house where the abundant wisteria plays its song. Covering the three floors, you will leave breathless how elegant it is.

Notting Hill

Starting at Portobello Road, Notting Hill doesn’t lack the wisteria charm. Blending with the colourful houses, the famous Portobello Road is a double win. At Horbury Mews nearby, you’ll be amazed with the historical decor.

Going your way further on the Portobello Road, stop by the colourful houses at the Lancaster street. Almost around the corner is the pretty street St. Luke Mews where you can enjoy its tranquility and wisteria.

Chiswick

Chiswick is a wonderful oasis of peace to discover in London. Not only you’ll see the oldest wisteria in England, but the stunning gardens and Mosaic House. You can also see wisteria in Chiswick Mall, a picturesque street along the River Thames.

Visiting the Chiswick House and Gardens will let you absorb the elegant British architecture from the 18th century completely free. Surrounded by the lovely gardens created by the Lord Burlington and William Kent, you will feel perfectly relaxed.

There’s a charming caffe inside and plenty of activities designed for community growth in the Kitchen Garden.

From 1816, the oldest wisteria in England adorns the Fullers Brewery in Chiswick. Brought from China, it still looks very lush giving you a great reason to do a brewery tour.

Chelsea

Being so elegant and historic, Chelsea is a fantastic neighbourhood that will make you happy to discover its pretty streets. The best way to find wisteria is to roll around the Cheyne Walk, so charming during the wisteria season.

Walking along the river to the Waterside restaurant will unveil further set of picturesque images.

Amazing parks to admire wisteria in London

Peckham Rye Park

A lush wisteria rules in the sweet little park of South London. As it’s a bit far away to visit, I didn’t challenge myself only for the Peckham Rye Park.

Visiting the fantastic tunnel of wisteria in Sexby Gardens, Peckham Park looks stunning to get the fabulous spring photos.

Another reason that adds to its relaxing time is fewer people, a proper way to call it a hidden gem in London.

Richmond Park

Visiting the Petersham nursery is a fairy tale at inside the tranquil oasis of Richmond Park and with the wisteria around even more. Petersham nursery is a cafe-restaurant, antiquities shop and botanical garden and market.

Following the trail towards Pembroke Lodge, a wedding venue and a restaurant- you’ll see one shy wisteria.

Don’t hesitate to explore Richmond Park as you’ll encounter to the enchanting Isabella Plantations and its azaleas.

Check out my Instagram reel to be delighted by the Petersham Nursery.

Holland Park

On the way from Kensington to Notting Hill, Holland Park is your source of floral enchantment. Except the colourful tulips in the Dutch Garden, wisteria will captivate your eyes.

Blending images of wisteria and roses, you’ll arrive at the crossroad of spring magic. With the lovely Kyoto Garden, the allure is even more powerful along the wonderful lake.

Regent’s Park

The favourite London park to many offers the London Zoo, wonderful views at Primrose Hill and much more.

One of these sweet encounters is the Japanese Garden, a place to ponder at the purple charm of wisteria. Passing by the lovely Japanese bridge will let you stop a day.

Battersea Park

In the Old English Garden, wisteria flowing over a large wooden pergola creates a floral bliss. At the lovely benches, you can admire both the magical wisteria and a nearby fountain. Enchanted by tranquility, wisteria created an immense spring paradise.

Fulham Palace

Fullham Palace in West London stretches by the River Thames, unveiling the historical treasure free to visit. Similar to Chiswick House and Gardens, the wisteria cascades turn into the lovely arches and a tunnel. With your tranquil coffee, visiting the Drawing Room Caffe is even more enchanting. Open from 9,30 am till 5 pm, make sure to enjoy the best window view.

Other places to see wisteria in London

Let’s admit, London is truly a wisteria heaven like it’s a native plant here. Almost every neighbourhood bursts with the spring allure that makes you want to explore more.

Except so Instagrammable Kensington, you’ll not lack places to enjoy the wisteria dream in London. When you get tired of London parks (if possible), plenty of wisteria blooms wait for you. Stay in Camden a bit more and discover Delancey Street, Lyme Terrace and Albert Street.

In Hammersmith, you’ll find yet another wonderful park at the Hill Garden and Pergola inside the Hamstead Head. Hammersmith also offers the marvelous wisteria on Uxbridge Road, Furnival Gardens and Rupert Road.

Marylebone hides the pretty vines of wisteria at the Dorset Street with the fairy tale charm.

Mark Street Gardens is a wonderful spot in central London, close to the Great Eastern Street.

Where to stay in London

Saint James Backpackers– central location in Kensington, amazing stuff and ambiance, free breakfast and dinner;

The Walrus Hostel– located in Westminster, free breakfast and fully equiped kitchen;

Destinations Hostel @Gallery– cozy rooms, free breakfast, great location near Big Ben;

Nox Hyde Park– affordable and cozy hotel with a great location;

Prince William Hotel– awesome location, great prices and beautiful Victorian style design;

Final thoughts

The iconic streets of London become even more charming with the purple waterfalls of the wisteria. Discovering it in parks, cafes and houses is a fun adventure that makes London so wonderful to visit in spring. More than this, wisteria in London inspires us to create something similar in our own houses.

When is your favourite time to discover London and whar the spring in London so magical, let me know in the comments.

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