DAY 2 REGENT’S PARK TO HYDE PARK

After breakfast hop on the 88 bus and take in the sights from Mayfair up Regent’s Street to Regent’s Park.

Hit the Zoo

London Zoo is the world’s oldest scientific zoo dating back to 1828. It became home to the Tower of London ‘s menagerie in 1832 and opened to the public in 1847. Today you’ll find 19,289 creatures of 673 species of animals, making it one of the largest collections in the UK. Don’t miss the reptile house that dates back to 1849 - a lesson in history as well as a chance for the kids to see all manners of animals. londonzoo.org

Marylebone

From Regent’s Park, head south towards Baker Street station and onto Marylebone. It’s the perfect quaint neighbourhood to stop for coffee, lunch or do some shopping en route. The charity shops there are full of great surprises, and Daunt books shop is a sight to behold. After stopping at St Christopher’s place there’s also the option to while away some time in Selfridges. Next stop Hyde Park corner.

High Tea at the Royal Lancaster

Where better than a plush London hotel off Hyde Park to introduce the kids to the concept of High Tea? As well as delicious pastries and homemade cakes, the Champagne Afternoon Tea in the elegant Hyde Café also serves up delicately crafted sandwiches and warm baked scones on very fancy golden hanging trays… The perfect break from Oxford Street, or a park stroll. royallancaster.com