Regent's Canal Towpath

An urban oasis through historic London waterways

Route Overview

Regent's Canal offers one of London's finest urban walking experiences. Starting at the picturesque houseboats of Little Venice, the flat towpath passes through the quiet outskirts of Regent's Park, right past the London Zoo aviaries. It then transitions into the vibrant Camden Lock market, before flowing through the industrial heritage of King's Cross, Victoria Park, and ending at the historical Limehouse Basin where the canal joins the River Thames.

Travel & Getting There from London Victoria

By Train: Take the Victoria Line from Victoria to Oxford Circus, transfer to the Bakerloo Line northbound directly to Warwick Avenue (Little Venice). (Station: Warwick Avenue Station (Bakerloo Line), duration: 20 - 25 mins (via Victoria & Bakerloo Lines)).

By Bus: Take TfL Bus 16 or 36 from London Victoria north towards Edgware Road and alight near Warwick Avenue / Little Venice. (25 - 35 mins from London Victoria)

By Car & Parking: Nearest car park is Paddington Station APCOA Car Park (W2 1HB). Drive time from London Victoria is approx 20 - 30 mins from London Victoria (3.8 miles via A4202 Park Lane & A5 Edgware Road). From London Victoria, head north via Park Lane past Marble Arch onto Edgware Road, turn west on Harrow Road to Little Venice / Paddington Basin.

Trailside Cafes & Historic Country Pubs

Refreshment and dining stops located along or near the Regent's Canal Towpath trail:

• ☕ Waterside Cafe (Little Venice): Traditional pub and refreshment stop for walkers.
• ☕ The Grapes, Limehouse: Traditional pub and refreshment stop for walkers.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I travel to Regent's Canal Towpath from London?

Take the Victoria Line from Victoria to Oxford Circus, transfer to the Bakerloo Line northbound directly to Warwick Avenue (Little Venice). (Station: Warwick Avenue Station (Bakerloo Line), duration: 20 - 25 mins (via Victoria & Bakerloo Lines)).

Where is the closest car park for Regent's Canal Towpath?

Nearest car park is Paddington Station APCOA Car Park (W2 1HB). Drive time from London Victoria is approx 20 - 30 mins from London Victoria (3.8 miles via A4202 Park Lane & A5 Edgware Road). From London Victoria, head north via Park Lane past Marble Arch onto Edgware Road, turn west on Harrow Road to Little Venice / Paddington Basin.

How long is the hike and what is the terrain difficulty?

Regent's Canal Towpath covers 9.5 km (6 miles) with an estimated duration of 2 - 2.5 hours, graded as Easy. Starts at Little Venice and finishes at Limehouse Basin.