Greenwich is a truly special day out in London, combining world class attractions with a charming village vibe.

Museums and galleries, green space, amazing views and bustling markets can all be found in Greenwich's UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Check out our guide to the best things to do in Greenwich.

3 top tips

Book a Greenwich Day Pass if you want to make the most of Greenwich's historic attractions. This ticket gives you discounted entry to both the Royal Observatory AND historic ship Cutty Sark. Book now

Take the boat to Greenwich and travel to the heart of maritime London. It's less than 30 minutes from the Tower of London to Greenwich Pier using Uber Boats by Thames Clippers, with boats disembarking right outside Cutty Sark.

Become a Member for unlimited year-round entry to all Royal Museums Greenwich sites, as well as free planetarium shows, exclusive events and discounts. Perfect if you can't see everything in one day!

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Step aboard Cutty Sark

Cutty Sark is the world’s sole-surviving tea clipper – a legendary 19th-century ship that used to bring tea back from China at record-breaking speeds.

Now the ship takes pride of place in the heart of Greenwich. Book a ticket and explore every part of the ship, from the glorious views from the ship's wheel to the evocative spaces below deck. The adventure ends beneath the ship itself, as you walk through the dry dock with the gleaming copper hull above your head.

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Stand on the Prime Meridian Line

Take a hike through Greenwich Park to the Royal Observatory, and travel through space and time.

Commissioned by King Charles II, the site incorporates the Christopher Wren-designed Flamsteed House – historic home to Britain's Astronomers Royal – as well as London’s Planetarium. Stand astride the historic Prime Meridian Line, where east meets west, uncover the history of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), and see clocks and timepieces that have changed the world.

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Walk in famous footsteps at the Queen's House

If you're a fan of Bridgerton or The Crown, the Queen's House might already feel very familiar. The classic building has become a popular filming location thanks to its sweeping views and stunning architecture.

But the Queen's House is so much more than a film set.

Great works by world-famous artists grace the walls, from J.M.W. Turner and Canaletto to Turner Prize winner Richard Wright. The building too is an artwork in its own right, designed by the architect Inigo Jones as the first classical building in Britain.

The jewel in the Queen's House crown is the iconic Armada Portrait of Queen Elizabeth I, taking pride of place in the Queen's Presence Chamber.

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Travel the world at the National Maritime Museum

Discover epic stories of exploration and endeavour that have shaped our world today at the National Maritime Museum.

Permanent galleries take visitors on a journey around the globe, from the diverse cultures of the Pacific to the changing climate of the Arctic and Antarctic. Special exhibitions and events take you even further, with an ever-changing programme of activities for all ages: check the what's on listings to see what's happening during your visit.

Book free tickets

Plan your visit to the National Maritime Museum

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Visit Greenwich Park

Greenwich Park is the most historic of London’s eight Royal Parks. Originally used as a royal hunting ground, it’s now a wonderful spot for picturesque strolls and picnics under chestnut trees.

As well as the Royal Observatory and the world-famous Meridian Line, the 183 acres of hillside parkland encompass a beautiful rose garden, a boating pond and incredible views of the City of London and the Thames. There’s even a family of deer, said to be descended from Henry VIII’s original herd. It’s no surprise that it’s many a Londoners’ favourite city park.

Explore Greenwich Park

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Shop at Greenwich Market

Vibrant Greenwich Market has been trading for centuries. A stone’s throw from Cutty Sark, this covered market, with its cobblestone floor and elegant portico, hosts dozens of unique designer-makers, vintage and handmade clothing sellers and street food vendors offering a tempting range of treats from around the world. It’s a first port-of-call for collectors of all stripes and an essential stop on any Greenwich shopping itinerary.

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Visit London's only Planetarium

Join Royal Observatory astronomers and leading scientists on a fascinating journey into space, from planetarium shows and live science demonstrations to in-depth astronomy courses.

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Drink at the best pubs in Greenwich

If the walls of Greenwich’s historic pubs could talk, they’d have many a tale to tell of the sailors and river workers who used to frequent them.

Riverfront pubs the Cutty Sark Tavern and Trafalgar Tavern still have a maritime atmosphere (Charles Dickens was known to visit the latter), while the Plume of Feathers is the oldest pub in Greenwich, in business since 1691. Take a break from the sights and have a drink by the Thames.

Eating and drinking in Greenwich

See the world's greatest space photography

Glittering stars, shimmering galaxies, fiery suns and silver moons – wherever you are in the universe, don't miss Astronomy Photographer of the Year.

Every year photographers from across the globe compete in the prestigious astrophotography competition. This is your chance to see their spellbinding work.

Find out more about the exhibition

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Seek out surprising art and sculpture

Greenwich has long been associated with culture and creativity.

Alongside world-renowned art collections at the Queen’s House and National Maritime Museum, Greenwich’s outdoor spaces and the River Thames itself are home to an array of cutting-edge artworks.

From Antony Gormley and Damien Hirst to Yinka Shonibare, follow our walking tour of contemporary art installations and sculpture around Greenwich.

Follow the route

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Set sail on a Thames cruise

Ships like Cutty Sark were once a frequent sight on the River Thames, so why not journey from central London to Greenwich by boat? Both regular river bus services and dedicated cruises provide spectacular views of key London landmarks en route to Greenwich, including the Tower of London and Shakespeare’s Globe. The boat at Greenwich stops right outside Cutty Sark.

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Find the best views of London

Climb to the top of the hill in Greenwich Park and outside the Royal Observatory you will find a fantastic viewpoint in front of the statue of General Wolfe. It's beautiful whenever you visit, but head here at sunset and watch the shimmering lights of London break into life.

But that's not all Greenwich has to offer: space and symmetry abound at Sir Christopher Wren's Baroque masterpiece, the Old Royal Naval College. The elegant building's iconic twin domes perfectly frame the Queen’s House when viewed from the river.

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Enjoy a unique London afternoon tea experience

Leave behind the traditional hotels and bus tours: at Cutty Sark, you can dine beneath the ship itself.

Indulge in a special afternoon tea sitting directly beneath Cutty Sark's iconic copper-clad hull. Choose from a selection of teas, sandwiches and sweet treats as you marvel at the historic engineering of the fastest ship of its day.

All table bookings include entry to the ship, so you can explore Cutty Sark at your leisure before or after your meal.

What’s On

Got a specific date in mind? Check out events taking place in Greenwich here.

Cutty Sark Characters
Family fun

Cutty Sark Characters

Meet colourful characters from Cutty Sark’s past and hear astonishing stories about life at sea in the age of sail
Weekends and Fri-Mon in school holidays
Included with entry to Cutty Sark
Cutty Sark
The Sky Tonight
Planetarium shows

The Sky Tonight

A classic guide to the night sky presented live by a Royal Observatory Greenwich astronomer
Daily except Thursdays
Adult £12 | Child £6 | Student & Under 25: £8
Royal Observatory
Ted's Space Adventure
Planetarium shows

Ted's Space Adventure

Join Ted the bear on an adventure around the Solar System in this special live planetarium show for under-7s - perfect for little astronauts everywhere!
Weekends and school holidays
Adults £12 | Child £6 | Student & Under 25: £8
Royal Observatory
Observatory Unlocked
Experiences

Observatory Unlocked

Drop by and chat with our Royal Observatory Explainers as they bring science and astronomy to life
Saturdays and Sundays
Included with Royal Observatory admission
Royal Observatory
Audio Universe: Tour of the Solar System
Planetarium shows

Audio Universe: Tour of the Solar System

Experience the Solar System like never before - by travelling on a spacecraft that can turn the objects in space into sound!
Weekends and school holidays
Adult £12 | Child £6 | Student & Under 25: £8
Royal Observatory
Coder Dojo
Workshops

Coder Dojo

Be inspired by the collection and create computer programmes, animation, art and electronic experiments in response
First Saturday of the month (unless stated otherwise below)
Free
Prince Philip Maritime Collections Centre
Earth From Space
Exhibitions

Earth From Space

See the world through a satellite’s lens, and explore our changing planet at the Royal Observatory Greenwich
Open daily | 10am-5pm
Free for Planetarium show ticketholders and Royal Observatory visitors
Royal Observatory
Shipkeeping in action
Talks and tours

Shipkeeping in action

This is your chance to meet the team who care for and conserve Cutty Sark
Every Wednesday | 11am-3pm | Drop-in
Free for Cutty Sark ticket holders
Cutty Sark
Behind the scenes tours at The Prince Philip Maritime Collections Centre
Talks and tours

Behind the scenes tours at The Prince Philip Maritime Collections Centre

Explore the inner workings of Royal Museums Greenwich and see conservation in action on one of our guided tours
Second and fourth Thursday of every month (see page for details) | 1.30pm
Adults: £16 | Members: £12
Prince Philip Maritime Collections Centre
Saturday Super Store Tours
Talks and tours

Saturday Super Store Tours

Come behind the scenes and explore the stores at the Prince Philip Maritime Collections Centre
Saturdays at 1.30pm
£12
Prince Philip Maritime Collections Centre
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
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
SENsory Social Club
Family fun

SENsory Social Club

Join the weekly online club for adults and young people with SEND
Friday during term time | 11am (Online session) or 1pm (Onsite session)
Pay what you can
Prince Philip Maritime Collections Centre
Sea shanty singers
Family fun

Sea shanty singers

Join our resident sea shanty groups at Cutty Sark on the first weekend of every month as they sing traditional maritime songs
First weekend of every month
Included with entry to Cutty Sark: £20 Adult | £10 Child
Cutty Sark
Astronomy Photographer of the Year exhibition
Exhibitions

Astronomy Photographer of the Year exhibition

See the world's greatest space photography at the National Maritime Museum
Open daily until July 2025 | 10am-5pm
Free
National Maritime Museum
Character Encounters at the National Maritime Museum
Talks and tours

Character Encounters at the National Maritime Museum

Visit the National Maritime Museum every Saturday to discover a different character from history with their own fascinating story to tell
Every Saturday
Free
National Maritime Museum
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
National Maritime Museum
70 years of Cutty Sark in Greenwich
Exhibitions

70 years of Cutty Sark in Greenwich

A new display explores how the ship made its final voyage to its Thames-side location
Open daily | 10am-5pm
Included with Cutty Sark entry
Cutty Sark
Christmas at the Queen's House
Events and festivals | Christmas

Christmas at the Queen's House

From talks to tours, there’s plenty of festive events to enjoy
Throughout December | See below for details
Free Entry
Queen's House
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 28 December 2024 | 12.30pm - 2.30pm
Ticketed | Free
National Maritime Museum
Moons Beyond Counting
Planetarium shows

Moons Beyond Counting

Learn more about our own Moon and some of the more exotic moons of the Solar System in this show narrated by our Royal Observatory astronomers
Weekends and school holidays in December | 2.30pm
Adult £12 | Child £6 | Student & Under 25: £8
Royal Observatory
Chinese Astronomy
Planetarium shows

Chinese Astronomy

From stars to space exploration, explore ancient and modern Chinese astronomy in this live planetarium show
Saturday 1 February 2025 | 10.30am
Adult £10 | Child £5
Royal Observatory
Character Actors at the Queen's House
Family fun

Character Actors at the Queen's House

Meet historical characters connected to the Queen's House and take part in exciting performances
28, 29 December and 5 January | 12pm, 1pm, 2pm and 3pm
Free
Queen's House
350 years of Royal Observatory Greenwich
Events and festivals

350 years of Royal Observatory Greenwich

Celebrate the anniversary of one of the most important scientific sites in the world
Throughout 2025
Free Entry
Royal Observatory
Meet the Neighbours
Planetarium shows

Meet the Neighbours

Tour the Solar System and beyond in style with this live, immersive show packed full of spectacular sights and fun facts
Weekends and school holidays in January
Adult £12 | Child £6 | Student & Under 25: £8
Royal Observatory
Young Producers
Courses

Young Producers

Find out more about the Young Producers – a paid opportunity for young people aged 16-24 who live, work, or study in the Royal Borough of Greenwich
Applications open until 10am on Wednesday 5 February 
Free
National Maritime Museum
Introduction to Astrophysics
Courses | Astronomy courses

Introduction to Astrophysics

Explore topics at the cutting edge of scientific research and the limits of human knowledge
Six-week courses held on Tuesday evenings | See page for full dates
£96
Royal Observatory
Introduction to Astrophotography
Courses | Astronomy courses

Introduction to Astrophotography

Learn how to take images of the night sky in the Royal Observatory Greenwich's online introductory astrophotography course
Six-week courses held on Tuesday evenings | See page for full dates
£96
Online
Make, do and maintain
Workshops

Make, do and maintain

Join our community of makers at The Prince Philip Maritime Collections Centre
First Saturday of every month | 10:30am-12:30pm
Free (+£1 booking fee)
Prince Philip Maritime Collections Centre
Art Laughs at the Prince Philip Maritime Collections Centre
Events and festivals | Museum Lates

Art Laughs at the Prince Philip Maritime Collections Centre

Get ready for a guided tour with a difference, exploring the weird and wonderful collections of Royal Museums Greenwich with comedian Verity Babbs and special guests
Saturday 11 January 2025 | 6pm - 8pm
£20 Adults | £15 Students and Under 25s | £18 Members
Prince Philip Maritime Collections Centre
Flamsteed Lecture: Perseverance Rover on Mars
Talks and tours | Member events

Flamsteed Lecture: Perseverance Rover on Mars

Join us as we explore the adventures of the Perseverance rover on Mars in this Flamsteed Astronomy Society lecture with Professor Sanjeev Gupta
Monday 13 January 2025 | 7.15pm
Flamsteed Members: FREE | Guests of Flamsteed Members: £15 | Royal Museums Greenwich Members: £12
National Maritime Museum
Latinx Latitudes
Workshops

Latinx Latitudes

Explore the history and culture of Latin America through maritime histories by looking at items in the Royal Museums Greenwich collection
Tuesday 14 January and Saturday 1 February 2025 | 10.30am-1.30pm
Free Entry
National Maritime Museum
New Members' Tour
Talks and tours | Member events

New Members' Tour

Embark on a voyage of discovery around the Museum in the company of one of our volunteer guides
Various dates | 11am - 12pm
Free for Members | Booking essential
In Greenwich
Think Space Lectures
Talks and tours | Observatory lectures

Think Space Lectures

Listen to astrophysicists from across the UK talk about cutting-edge research in space science with our free online lectures.
See page for details | Next lecture 23 January 2025
Free
Online
Astronomy and Islam
Planetarium shows | Community astronomy

Astronomy and Islam

Join us for a special show featuring the New Crescent Moon and historic Islamic astronomy
Select Saturdays and Sundays | 10.30am
£10 Adult | £5 Child
Royal Observatory
In The Dark
Events and festivals | Museum Lates

In The Dark

This Burns Night, join us at Cutty Sark for a completely unique auditory experience in the dark
Saturday 25 January 2025 | 7.15pm and 9.15pm
£40 – General admission | £36 – Members
Cutty Sark
James Webb Space Telescope: three years on
Talks and tours | Member events

James Webb Space Telescope: three years on

Join us for an online Members lecture to learn more about the James Webb Space Telescope three years after its launch with a Royal Observatory astronomer
Thursday 30 January 2025 l 6.30pm-7.30pm
Free for Members
Online
LGBTQ+ History Month
Events and festivals

LGBTQ+ History Month

Join us in Greenwich this February for a spectacular series of events celebrating queer histories, cultures and communities
Throughout February 2025
Free Entry
In Greenwich
Starstruck
Planetarium shows

Starstruck

Discover the birth, life and death of a star presented live by a Royal Observatory Greenwich astronomer
Weekends and school holidays in February
Adult £12 | Child £6 | Student & Under 25: £8
Royal Observatory
Chasing the Moon
Planetarium shows

Chasing the Moon

Join us for this special planetarium show to celebrate National Astronomy Week, presented live by a Royal Observatory Greenwich astronomer.
1, 2, 8 and 9 February | 4.30-5.15pm
Adult £12 | Child £6 | Student & Under 25: £8
Royal Observatory
探索太陽系
Planetarium shows | Bilingual Families

探索太陽系

Join us for a planetarium show in Cantonese, presented live by an astronomer in their native language
Sunday 2 February 2025 | 10.30am
Adult £10 | Child £5
Royal Observatory
Members' crafting
Family fun | Member events

Members' crafting

Join us for exclusive craft workshops, just for Members.
Every other month | 11am-11.45am, 12.15pm-1pm, 1.30pm-2.15pm, 2.45pm-3.30pm
Free for Family Members – booking required
In Greenwich
Ends of the Earth
Talks and tours | Member events

Ends of the Earth

Hear from author Neil Shubin about the polar regions and how they may shape life on Earth far more than we realise.
Thursday 13 February 2025 l 6.30pm-7.30pm
Free for Members
Online
February half term at the National Maritime Museum
Family fun | LGBTQ+

February half term at the National Maritime Museum

Join us for Out at Sea, a series of family activities and performances inspired by LGBTQ+ History Month!
15 - 23 February 2025 | 11am-4pm
Free
National Maritime Museum
Out at Sea
Family fun | LGBTQ+

Out at Sea

Visit the National Maritime Museum, Queen's House and Cutty Sark this February half term for a week-long festival of LGBTQ+ history!
15-23 February 2025
Free
In Greenwich
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
National Maritime Museum
Out Of This World: Moons
Family fun

Out Of This World: Moons

Explore the moons of our solar system in this family workshop
18 February 2025 | 10.30am - 12 noon
£5 per Child
Royal Observatory
Holiday to Space
Family fun

Holiday to Space

Travel across the Solar System and help Ted prepare for a holiday on another world during a planetarium show and interactive workshop for ages 3-6.
20 February 2025 | 10.30am - 12.00pm
£5 per child
Royal Observatory
Queer History Night
Talks and tours | Museum Lates

Queer History Night

Researchers and artists share their journeys into the museum archives as part of LGBTQ+ History Month
Thursday 20 February 2025 | 6-9pm
Free
Queen's House
Star Makers: Visions of the Cosmos in Art
Talks and tours | Museum Lates

Star Makers: Visions of the Cosmos in Art

Join us as we explore representations of the Universe through art.
Friday 21 February 2025 | 6.30-7.30pm
Adults: £10 | Students & Under-25s: £9
Royal Observatory
Life in the Universe
Courses | Astronomy courses

Life in the Universe

Are we alone in the Universe? Join this online adult course for an introduction to astrobiology and an exploration of how astronomers search for alien life
Six-week course held on Monday evenings starting 24 February 2025
£96
Online
Amateur Astronomy For Beginners
Courses | Astronomy courses

Amateur Astronomy For Beginners

A course for those looking to make astronomy into a hobby
Six-week course held on Tuesday evenings starting 25 February 2025
£96
Royal Observatory
Titanic Legacy: The Captain, The Daughter and The Spy
Talks and tours | Member events

Titanic Legacy: The Captain, The Daughter and The Spy

Join author Dan E. Parkes as he discusses the untold story of Titanic Captain E.J. Smith and his only daughter Mel.
Wednesday 26 February 2025 l 6.30pm-7.30pm
Free for Members
Queen's House
Fierce Queens: En Vogue
Events and festivals | Museum Lates

Fierce Queens: En Vogue

In celebration of LGBTQ+ History Month, the Queen's House is throwing open its doors for a fashion show like no other!
Friday 28 February 2025 | 7-11pm
Adults: £16 | Concessions and students (18+): £13 | Companions FREE
Queen's House
South Asian Astronomy: Holi Show
Planetarium shows | Community astronomy

South Asian Astronomy: Holi Show

Celebrate the festival of colours by learning about South Asian connections to the objects we see in our night skies
Saturday 8 March 2025 | 10.30am
£10 Adult | £5 Child | Free Companion Tickets
Royal Observatory
Intermediate Astronomy
Courses | Astronomy courses

Intermediate Astronomy

Acquire a rigorous scientific understanding of the Universe with the Royal Observatory Greenwich
10-week module held on Tuesday evenings starting 11 March 2025
£205 per module
Royal Observatory
Foundation Astrophysics
Courses | Astronomy courses

Foundation Astrophysics

A series of ten-week courses on more advanced topics in astrophysics
10-week module held on Tuesday evenings starting 11 March 2025
£200 per module
Royal Observatory
Pioneering Women in Observatories, 1880-1930
Talks and tours | Museum Lates

Pioneering Women in Observatories, 1880-1930

Discover more about the pioneering women who worked at observatories in the UK, US and Australia in the late 1800s, in this panel discussion and screening of the film Hidden Figures
Friday 28 March 2025 | 6.00-9:45pm
Adults: £10 | Students & Under-25s: £9
Royal Observatory
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
On sale from 2 January
National Maritime Museum
Introduction to Astronomy
Courses | Astronomy courses

Introduction to Astronomy

Learn the basics of astronomy at the home of time and space
Six-week course held on Tuesday evenings starting 22 April 2025
£96
Royal Observatory
Introduction to Astronomy Online
Courses | Astronomy courses

Introduction to Astronomy Online

Learn the basics of astronomy at the home of time and space in this online course
Six-week course held on Tuesday evenings starting 22 April 2025
£96
Online
Charlie Connelly - Attention All Shipping
Events and festivals | Museum Lates

Charlie Connelly - Attention All Shipping

Charlie Connelly's hilarious one-man show brings the legendary shipping forecast vividly to life
Friday 17 October 2025 | 7-9pm
Adult: £22 | Member: £20
Cutty Sark

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