Master of disguise

Discover the story behind this remarkable uniform, now on display in the Nelson, Navy, Nation gallery

Plan your visit

How to book

The National Maritime Museum is free, and you not need to book. However, if you would like to guarantee entry and receive updates before your visit, you are welcome to book free tickets online in advance.

Use the booking calendar to select your visit date and entry time, then select the number of tickets you require and click 'Add to basket'. Your tickets will be sent to you by email once you've completed your booking.

As well as our free galleries, we also host a number of special exhibitions throughout the year. Entry to the Museum is included with your exhibition tickets.

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Eat and drink

The Parkside Café is a bright and airy space at the National Maritime Museum with expansive views of Greenwich Royal Park. There is plenty of seating, both indoor and outdoor. Grab a hot or cold drink, and a selection of sandwiches and cakes - perfect for a picnic in the park.

The Great Map Café on the first floor of the National Maritime Museum is currently closed.

Eating and drinking in Greenwich

Shop

Find the perfect museum gift, from books and prints to models, toys and games. Visit us on site or shop online.

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Accessibility

Find useful information about facilities and access at the National Maritime Museum, including guidance for disabled visitors coming to any of our sites.

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Maps & audio guides

Download a free map to help guide you round the Museum. Dedicated audio guides are also available in different languages to help you make the most of your visit.

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Gallery closures

Essential improvements to the glass roof glazing of the National Maritime Museum are currently taking place, and will continue until Summer 2025. 

The central court, Great Map and galleries beneath the glass roof will be closed during roof renovations. A recommended visitor route is in place to help guide you round the Museum's galleries and exhibitions.

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Tickets and Opening

Free entry

Open daily

10am-5pm

  • Greenwich Station
  • Cutty Sark DLR
  • Maze Hill Station
  • Greenwich Pier

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What’s On

Exhibitions and events at the National Maritime Museum.

Astronomy Photographer of the Year
Exhibitions

Astronomy Photographer of the Year

See the world's greatest space photography at the National Maritime Museum
Open daily until July 2025 | 10am-5pm
Free
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Women of the RNLI
Exhibitions

Women of the RNLI

Celebrate 200 years of saving lives at sea at the National Maritime Museum
2 March – 1 December 2024
Free
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Saturday Art Club
Workshops

Saturday Art Club

Join the weekly creative drop-in for young people aged 13-16 during term time at the National Maritime Museum
Saturdays from October 2024 - April 2025 | 10am-1pm
Free
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Character Encounters
Talks and tours

Character Encounters

Visit the National Maritime Museum every Saturday to discover a different character from history with their own fascinating story to tell
Every Saturday
Free
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SENsory Sailors
Family fun

SENsory Sailors

Come along and enjoy this brand new sensory play session for children under 13 years with special educational needs
Once a month on Saturdays | 11am-12.30pm
Free | Pre-booking required
National Maritime Museum
Discover Sundays
Family fun

Discover Sundays

Each Sunday come and explore the Museum's collection through hands on creative activities
Term time Sundays | 11am - 1pm | 2pm - 4pm
Free | Drop-in
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Play Tuesdays
Family fun

Play Tuesdays

Bring your under 5 on a different adventure every week! Explore the Museum together through song, dance and stories
Term time Tuesdays | 10.30am, 11.30am, 1.00pm, 2.00pm
£4 per child and accompanying adult | Under 6 months free
National Maritime Museum
LGBTQ+ Family Network
Family fun | Identity

LGBTQ+ Family Network

A safe space for local LGBTQ+ families to meet one another, get involved in creative activities for all ages and explore the stories within the collection
23 November | 11am-1pm
Free
National Maritime Museum
Flamsteed Lecture: The James Webb Space Telescope at the Edge of the Universe
Talks and tours | Member events

Flamsteed Lecture: The James Webb Space Telescope at the Edge of the Universe

A Flamsteed Astronomy Society lecture by Professor Andy Bunker
Monday 18 November | Doors at 6.30pm, event starts at 7.15pm (Sold Out)
Flamsteed Members: FREE| Guests of Flamsteed Members: £15 | Royal Museums Greenwich Members: £12
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Safe Harbour
Family fun

Safe Harbour

Safe Harbour is a series of free workshops created to provide a safe space for foster and adoptive families with children under 13 years
Monthly: Next date 30 November 2024 | 12.30pm - 2.30pm
Ticketed | Free
National Maritime Museum
Flamsteed Lecture: The Search for Life on Mars
Talks and tours | Member events

Flamsteed Lecture: The Search for Life on Mars

Join us as we explore the possibility of life on Mars in this Flamsteed Astronomy Society lecture by Professor Andrew Coates
Monday 9 December 2024 | 7.15pm
Flamsteed Members: FREE | Guests of Flamsteed Members: £15 | Royal Museums Greenwich Members: £12
National Maritime Museum
BSL Tour: Amazing Animals in Maritime History
Talks and tours | BSL tours

BSL Tour: Amazing Animals in Maritime History

Join historian and guide John Wilson at the National Maritime Museum, for a British Sign Language (BSL) tour about remarkable animals
Saturday 15 February 2025 | 1.15pm-2.15pm
Free
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Pirates
Exhibitions

Pirates

Explore the myth, discover the truth: get ready for a major new exhibition coming to the National Maritime Museum in 2025
29 March 2025 – 4 January 2026
Tickets on sale soon
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The National Maritime Museum is free, and you do not need to book. However, if you would like to guarantee entry and receive updates before your visit, you are welcome to book free tickets online in advance.

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  • Access to all free galleries and activities
  • Special exhibitions free in 2024
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