Ship highlights
See what's on this October half term
Join us on board the famous tea clipper this October half term for some family fun!
Cutty Sark Rig Climb: closing on 31 October
Experience life at sea and climb the rigging of one of London's true icons
Check out the top things to do
From the dizzy height of the main mast to the surprises below deck, step aboard and discover the best Cutty Sark has to offer
Walk beneath the world-famous Cutty Sark
Stand beneath the unique raised hull of the historic ship
Follow the audio guide
Explore the ship using your phone: choose from a range of audio experiences and bring the story of Cutty Sark to life
Explore the ship with sensory sessions
Hop aboard Cutty Sark for sensory sessions for under 5s!
Eat afternoon tea under the hull
Enjoy a delicious afternoon tea beneath the hull of the world-famous tea clipper
Meet the Cutty Sark Characters
Meet colourful characters from Cutty Sark’s past and hear astonishing stories about life at sea in the age of sail
Celebrate 70 years of Cutty Sark in Greenwich
A new display reveals how the ship made its final voyage to its Thames-side location
Plan your visit
How to book tickets
We recommend booking tickets to Cutty Sark online in advance to guarantee entry.
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.
Members enjoy free unlimited entry to Cutty Sark and all other Royal Museums Greenwich sites, and do not need to book.
Tickets on the day are subject to availability.
Eat and drink
The Cutty Sark Café is located on the lower ground deck of the ship underneath the gleaming copper hull.
We serve deli combination sandwiches with classic British ingredients, cakes made fresh for you daily, cream teas, assorted snacks and children’s dishes, with many healthy options. A special afternoon tea experience is also available.
Please note that entry to this café is for Cutty Sark ticket-holders only.
Shop
Find the perfect Cutty Sark gift, from books and prints to models, toys and games. Visit us on board or shop online.
Accessibility
Find out useful information about facilities and access to help you plan a trip to Cutty Sark.
Maps and audio guides
Listen to the free Cutty Sark audio guide on your phone while exploring the ship, and download a map to help find your way.
Cutty Sark closures
Cutty Sark will be closed on the following dates:
Wednesday 16 October - Early closure at 3.30pm
Closures for new displays:
Some areas of Cutty Sark's Dry Dock will be closed to visitors from 10-14 October while we prepare for exciting new displays. Interactive screens beneath the ship will also be switched off. You will still be able to walk beneath the ship, and all other decks will be open as normal.
Ticket discounts
We offer a number of discounts at Cutty Sark.
- Children, young people (aged 16-24) and students are entitled to discounted tickets. You can book these here.
- Discounts are also available with an Art Pass, Museums Association membership and English Heritage membership.
- £2 tickets are available to visitors receiving Universal Credit, Working Tax Credit, Child Tax Credit, Pension Credit, Employment and Support Allowance, Income Support or Jobseeker's Allowance. Learn more and book here.
- Tickets are free for Blue Light Card holders and companions - a person accompanying a disabled visitor. Book these tickets types here.
Tickets and Opening
| Adult | £20 |
|---|---|
| Child | £10 |
10am-5pm (last entry 4.15pm)
- Greenwich Station
- Cutty Sark DLR
- Maze Hill Station
- Greenwich Pier
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What’s On
Showing events at Cutty Sark.
Stories
Learn more about Cutty Sark and Britain's maritime heritage
A history of Cutty Sark in 10 pictures
Uncover the extraordinary life of the celebrated ship
The nautical origins of everyday phrases
Ever heard that traffic was chock-a-block, been called a son of a gun, or told someone you like the cut of their jib? Learn the maritime origins of phrases you hear every day
Keeping Cutty Sark ship-shape: repairing the poop deck
Between 2023 and 2024, the poop deck of Cutty Sark was replaced as part of a major conservation project. Discover how a team of shipkeepers keep the vessel in peak condition
D-Day and the Royal Navy: remembering the role of Britain's maritime forces
The largest amphibious invasion of the Second World War took place on 6 June 1944. Curator Andrew Choong Han Lin explores how the Royal Navy and Merchant Navy supported the D-Day landings
The lost chronometer: the timepiece that sailed with Charles Darwin and Sir John Franklin
Learn more about the marine chronometer that journeyed on board HMS Beagle before being lost at sea during Sir John Franklin's disastrous expedition
What is a sea shanty?
From sailor songs to TikTok sensations, find out more about the history of the sea shanty, and discover the meanings behind 'The Wellerman' and other famous examples
Help uncover 100 years of medical history
Get your sea legs ready! Join us on an historical journey into the medical side of seafaring...
Search our stories
Search our digital collections, discover epic stories of sea, space and exploration, and get expert insight from our museum curators and specialists
Cutty Sark up close
Become a member
Enjoy free unlimited entry to Cutty Sark, the Royal Observatory and Planetarium, as well as exclusive member events and offers
Choose your tickets
We recommend booking tickets to Cutty Sark online in advance to guarantee entry. See all tickets and prices
Cutty Sark
- Explore the main deck
- Walk beneath the ship
- See how the crew lived
- Family activities and interactives
- Guaranteed entry time
- Audio guide included
| Adult | £20 |
|---|---|
| Child | £10 |
Royal Museums Greenwich Day Pass
- Save 25% with combo ticket
- Cutty Sark
- Royal Observatory
- Guaranteed entry time
- Planetarium shows not included
| Adult | £30 |
|---|---|
| Child | £15 |
Experience
Cutty Sark Rig Climb
- Unique climbing experience
- Zip line descent
- Entry to ship included
- Restrictions apply - check T&Cs before purchase
| Adult | £55 |
|---|---|
| Child (10-17) | £45 |
| Student (18+) & Under 25 | £49 |
Member tickets
- Unlimited free entry
- Priority booking and exclusive events
- Access using your membership card
| Membership card number required |
|---|
Become a Member
- Unlimited entry all year
- Royal Observatory
- Cutty Sark
- Planetarium Shows
- Special exhibitions
| Direct Debit | One-off |
|---|---|
| Individual: £50 | Individual: £60 |
| Family: from £60 | Family: from £70 |