Crystal Palace Park
Historic landscapes, lakeside walks and plenty to explore.
Around Crystal Palace
Parks and things to do near Crystal Palace
Parks, local history and useful amenities, with a map to help plan your visit.
Around the neighbourhood
Four places to start
Parks, a lakeside walk and the story behind the Palace.
Westow Park
A green space among the streets of Upper Norwood.
South Norwood Lake
Lakeside views, woodland and open ground nearby.
Crystal Palace Museum
Discover the story behind the Crystal Palace name.
Local photograph credits
Reference photographs, not current condition reports. Resized and displayed with a circular crop. These image versions use the same licences as their sources.
- Crystal Palace Museum: Ewan-M, CC BY-SA 2.0.
- Crystal Palace Park: Ewan-M, CC BY-SA 2.0.
- South Norwood Lake: Pafcool2, CC BY-SA 3.0.
- Westow Park: Ewan Munro from London, UK, CC BY-SA 2.0.
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A little time around Crystal Palace
There is more to explore around Crystal Palace than one park. You can plan a walk, visit a small museum or find a quieter green space nearby. This guide brings together four places to start, followed by other attractions and practical facilities.
The Google map below is centred on Crystal Palace Park. Each place has its own directions link, so you can choose a destination rather than treat the park pin as the entrance to every attraction. Check current opening, access and event information with the official venue before travelling.
Find your way
Crystal Palace map & amenities
The map is centred on Crystal Palace Park. Use the individual directions links below for other parks, attractions and facilities.
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Crystal Palace Park
Start with a walk through the historic landscape, then choose between the dinosaur sculptures, play areas and other park attractions. The park’s official visitor information covers facilities and current arrangements.
Some paths slope and surfaces vary. Check the accessibility guide when planning your route.
Westow Park
Westow Park has mature trees and a children’s playground. Croydon Council lists entrances from Church Road, College Green, Bedwardine Road and Westow Street, making it a useful option to consider while exploring Upper Norwood.
Check the council’s park information for facilities and entrance details.
South Norwood Lake
South Norwood Lake and Grounds combines a lake with woodland, grassland and a playground. The council lists entrances on Auckland Road, Woodvale Avenue and Sylvan Road. This is a different destination from South Norwood Country Park.
Water activities have their own arrangements. Check the council information before planning to take part.
Crystal Palace Museum
Photographs, models and objects tell the story of the Hyde Park and Sydenham Crystal Palaces. Check the Park Trust’s museum page for current opening arrangements before making a special journey.
The museum currently has steep stair access and is not wheelchair accessible.
Crystal Palace Dinosaurs
See the historic dinosaur sculptures from the surrounding paths. Follow the Park Trust’s visitor guidance when planning a look around the lakeside displays.
Upper Norwood Recreation Ground
Another green space to consider, between Chevening Road and Eversley Road. The council lists sports facilities, including tennis courts; check booking arrangements before planning a game.
Useful local facilities
Park visitor centre
Near Penge Gate, the visitor centre has an exhibition, shop and information to help plan time in the park. Check its opening days before visiting.
Toilets & Changing Places
The Park Trust lists accessible toilets by the visitor centre and a Changing Places facility near Penge Gate. Use its accessibility information to check the facilities and route you need.
Crystal Palace station
One of the stations named in the Park Trust’s getting-here guide. Check your journey and the entrance closest to your chosen destination.
Penge West station
Another nearby station listed by the Park Trust. Its getting-here page also covers other transport options for the park.
Before you set off
Visitor details were checked against official park and council sources on 5 October 2026. Opening times, facilities and access can change. Follow the official links above for the latest information.
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