Royal Observatory Greenwich Attractions & Things to do

Cruise from the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben all the way to Greenwich and discover London's historical sights along the way on this 1-hour Thames river sightseeing trip. With departures from Westminster Pier, live audio commentary, this is a perfect introduction to the city: upgrade for a round trip ticket.
Duration: 1 hour.

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Duration: 1 to 10 days.

We love what we do.
In 2021 we were voted "#1 Best of the Best - Top Thing to do in London" by Trip Advisor.
Travel at High-Speed on the biggest speedboats on the Thames for over 10 miles, with an unrestricted forward view of our great city.
We offset all our carbon emissions at our own cost.
We offer a full refund, if trips are cancelled with 24 hours notice.
You'll be welcomed at Tower Bridge Quay and given protective clothing, a lifejacket and a full safety briefing.  You'll take your place onboard, in an Ullman suspension seat. We'll head off down river at 35mph (56kph), blasting through historic Wapping, past Canary Wharf and the Cutty Sark at Greenwich.  We'll do a high speed turn at the O2 Arena and head back to Tower, all accompanied by great music.  Then we'll slow down for a cruise up to Blackfriars and back with a tour guide. You'll spend 45 minutes on the river, that you'll never forget!   Our skipper and guide are highly experienced and very friendly and welcoming.
Duration: 45 minutes.

Make the most out of your day with the Royal Museums Greenwich Day Pass. Royal Museums Greenwich is home to the Royal Observatory Greenwich and the Prime Meridian, the iconic historic sailing ship Cutty Sark, the Queen’s House and the National Maritime Museum.

Top must-see attractions at Royal Museums Greenwich:
1. Take a selfie on the iconic Meridian Line
2. Meet the cast of costumed characters on board Cutty Sark and listen to Captain Woodget or Nannie bring the history of the ship to life
3. Admire the classical design of the Queen’s House – one of the most important buildings in English architecture designed by Indigo Jones
4. Get up close to the actual uniform Admiral Nelson was wearing when he was wounded at the Battle of Trafalgar
Duration: 3 to 8 hours.

A visit to London is not complete without visiting the Royal Observatory Greenwich where you will stand astride the Prime Meridian Line, with one foot in the east and the other in the west, at the home of GMT (Greenwich Mean Time). Walk in the footsteps of the Astronomers Royal, discover their stories, and experience the past, present and future wonders of astronomy, space and the stars. Enjoy dramatic views of London across Greenwich Royal Park, the City of London and the River Thames.
Duration: 2 hours.

Royal Greenwich is a highlight of any trip to London. Lose all sense of time as you dive into the history of this World Heritage site. Fuel your experience with stops for sweet treats & drinks before you enter the Naval College for access for the remainder of the day.

Meet your fun, local guide & marvel at London’s gem, the Cutty Sark, the last surviving tea clipper in the country.
Head to the top foodie location, Greenwich Market, to try a delicious, sweet treat.

Wind through picturesque streets & stop into a local artisan hangout for hot chocolate and handmade sweets. Walk to the Royal Observatory for one of the best views of London’s skyline. Stand over the Meridian Line.

Walk in the footsteps of monarchs, generals and, more recently film stars & see where blockbusters 007, Batman and Sherlock Holmes were set.

Your guided tour ends with a refreshing cup of tea, soft drink or a half pint of locally brewed beer. You are then free to access to the interior with your day ticket.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.

Explore the historic Greenwich district & its Top Attractions, including the Greenwich Park & the Meridian Line. Extended options: visit the Royal Observatory and the Cutty Sark ship museum.

Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs & interests:

2H: Greenwich Highlights
Choose this option to see highlights of Greenwich, such as the Queen’s House, Meridian Line, Old Royal Naval College & more.

3H: Greenwich & Royal Observatory
Choose this option to visit the Royal Observatory & see highlights of Greenwich, such as the Queen’s House, Meridian Line, Old Royal Naval College &more.

4H: Greenwich, Royal Observatory & Cutty Sark
Choose this option to visit Cutty Sark ship museum &the Royal Observatory &see highlights of Greenwich.

5H: Greenwich, Royal Observatory, Cutty Sark & Cruise
Choose this option to enjoy a Thames River cruise, visit Cutty Sark ship museum & the Royal Observatory & see highlights of Greenwich.
Duration: 2 to 5 hours.

This real-world adventure game, set in the heart of Greenwich. Discover secrets and uncover hidden gems as you take a tour of Greenwich.

As well as receiving clues direct to your phone, you’ll take on real-world puzzles in our partner locations. Solve them all to reach the end and uncover the secrets that await. Our character-led adventure changes based on your choices. Choose to help, choose to hinder, choose one side, choose the other. The adventure you create is in your hands.
Duration: 3 hours.

Private Tour – just you with your fun and informative guide.

Enjoy a fully-guided walking tour of maritime Greenwich. On your 6.5-hour walking tour you will visit the famous tea clipper Cutty Sark; the Greenwich Royal Observatory; the National Maritime Museum; the Old Royal Naval College, home of the Painted Hall; the recently-renovated Queen's House; the Greenwich Market; and end your tour with a traditional pub lunch by the River Thames. Your fun and educational walking tour is a great way to experience the history, culture and architecture of this unique area of London.
Duration: 6 hours 30 minutes.

Save up to 50%* on top London attractions with the London Explorer Pass, a sightseeing credits package that lets you redeem credits and gain entrance to your choice of attractions. 1 credit = 1 attraction visit. Get a pass with two, three, four, five, six or seven attraction credits and choose where to redeem your Explorer credits from a list of London’s most popular things to do like Tower of London, London Eye, Big Bus Hop-on Hop-off Tour, City Cruises Thames River Pass and more.

• Choose where to redeem your credits from several London attractions
• Save money compared to buying individual tickets at the gate
• Browse the Go City app before you go, to check hours of operation, entry requirements, and tips
• Valid for 2 years from purchase date until first use. After that your pass is valid for 60 days, or until you redeem all your remaining credits
• Use on your mobile device with the Go City app or print at home

*Savings based on sample itineraries on the Go City website.
Duration: 1 to 60 days.

Greenwich is one of the most beautiful and interesting parts of London but is mostly forgotten by most tourists which is a shame as most Londoners would tell you; it is the place to go to.

Greenwich lies to the east of the city and is well worth spending a day at for anyone visiting London.  Whether it is visiting the market to grab some tasty street food or bohemian clothing or visiting one of the many world famous tourist attractions, you really should book this tour.
Duration: 5 hours.

Greenwich is a unique heritage site with royal connections, where you can find amazing historic buildings. On the tour you can enjoy the views of the River Thames and take photos of the most spectacular views of from Greenwich Park,
Additionally as an experienced tour guide and longtime Greenwich resident, I can add value to your tour. I can share my local knowledge as well as fascinating, entertaining and quirky stories from the past and present of Greenwich.
Duration: 3 hours.

Discover London’s Royal Borough of Greenwich on an independent morning sightseeing tour! Pick the sights and attractions that you want to see, and then your private driver will sort out the best itinerary for you. Visit must-see attractions in the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Maritime Greenwich area, like the Royal Observatory Greenwich, Cutty Sark, National Maritime Museum, Queen's House, Greenwich Park, Greenwich Market, Old Royal Naval College, Thames Clippers, Emirates Air Line cable car, Eltham Palace.
Duration: 4 hours.

This is the London tour program that you desire. Your choices with no hassle and no time wasted and simply for the person who is tired of comparing agency tours only to find you always have to give up one thing for something else. Just pick the highlights you wish to see & visit from the list below and we will create your very private and bespoke dream itinerary in London with our APTG qualified blue badge tourist guides. Now you can have it all with "Tour it your way" Tell us what you want to see and we will carefully plan and customize your full-day London dream-tour with everything you can imagine Select from places like the Big Ben, London Eye, the British Museum, the Tower of London, St. Paul's Cathedral, Westminster Abbey and many more. Transportation in the city is no problem at all. We will use our massive public transportation for you. No waiting in long lines - No traffic - More time for fun and frolic. Just ask us.
Duration: 8 hours.

This is the London tour program that you desire. Your choices with no hassle and no time wasted and simply for the person who is tired of comparing agency tours only to find you always have to give up one thing for something else. Just pick the highlights you wish to see & visit from the list below and we will create your very private and bespoke dream itinerary in London with our APTG qualified blue badge tourist guides. Now you can have it all with "Tour it your way" Tell us what you want to see and we will carefully plan and customize your full-day London dream-tour with everything you can imagine Select from places like the Big Ben, London Eye, the British Museum, the Tower of London, St. Paul's Cathedral, Westminster Abbey and many more. Transportation in the city is no problem at all. We will use our massive public transportation for you. No waiting in long lines - No traffic - More time for fun and frolic. Just ask us.
Duration: 8 hours.

Explore the picturesque Royal Borough of Greenwich, famous for its cobbled streets, beautiful park and magnificent Georgian architecture, where many locations in the hit series Bridgerton were filmed. Enjoy a scenic river boat ride along the Thames, passing iconic sites like the Globe, Tower Bridge and the Tower of London. Alight near the famous Cutty Sark.

Step back in time to Regency England as you walk the colonnades of the Queen's House, where the Duke of Hastings duels Lord Berbrooke and step inside to admire the stunning art collection with works by Gainsborough, Turner and Hogarth. Wander through the park for panoramic views over London, and see the beautiful Ranger House, the iconic Bridgerton home, and learn about its real purpose. Then visit the Royal Greenwich Observatory and cross the Meridian line - where time begins!

The tour ends in Greenwich where you can return to Central London with your guide, or stay to explore more of Greenwich (boat ticket valid all day).
Duration: 3 hours.

London’s ‘jewel in the crown’, and a top-10 UK visitor attraction – a place to discover British heritage, royal history, sea and space exploration, classic art and pioneering architecture.

Our full-day trip starts at your hotel or vacation residence, as we make the journey to Royal Greenwich Park, an amazing mix of 17th-century landscape of rich history – and enjoy the most breathtakingly spectacular view across the River Thames to London’s modern skyline.

The day continues to delight by visiting The Royal Observatory, The Queens House, Greenwich Maritime Museum, Greenwich Market, and the Cutty Sark where you will be served a quintessential English afternoon tea in a unique setting - underneath the hull of this magnificent ship.

En route back to Central London, swing by the Mayflower Pub, a hidden gem, surrounded by cobbled streets, where you can spot the original 1620 mooring point of the vessel which transported the Pilgrim Fathers to the New World.
Duration: 6 hours.

A great day out with guaranteed stunning views and wonderful photo and Instagram opportunities. Greenwich, an ancient town long swallowed up in the sprawl of London. Saturated in Royal and ancient history and the place where time begins.
Duration: 3 hours.

At London Adventures, we are not just about tours. We are about crafting unforgettable experiences that ignite your curiosity and leave you with lasting memories. We want you to uncover interesting facts and stories of Greenwich with a touch of humour. We share tales of the royal past in Greenwich including how the royal family used to travel to the palace where the Old Royal Naval College now stood. If you are a foodie craving a taste of our classic British food and drink, we have something for everyone including local beer, ale, cider or English apple juice.
We invites you to join us and embrace the spirit of exploration.

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes.

Turn your guide map into a personal adventure filled with puzzles. Take control of your own journey and set off at your own pace, the trail moves on only when you're ready. Solve clues and follow cryptic directions sent to your phone to reach hidden sites and curiosities the average tour skips over. See Greenwich's sights from a unique perspective, and take breaks in curated stops along the way.

- Skip out on busy, overcrowded tours for an exciting trail you can take at your own pace.
- Take a break at rest stops with excellent pubs and cafes.
- Simple set up with options to split teams easily.
- Perfect for explorers who want to experience the city in an engaging way.
Duration: 2 to 3 hours.

· Discover strange secrets about the world famous banker J.P. Morgan

· See St Annes Church and Graveyard designed by notorious architect Nicholas Hawsmoor, including his bizarre occultic Pyramid.

· See the mystical birthplace of the British Empire, where Queen Elizabeth I’s magician Dr John Dee made a pact with a demon.

· Walk through the long 117 year old foot tunnel underneath the river Thames

· See the former site of London’s secret nuclear reactor which was installed within the Unesco World Heritage site of Greenwich Maritime College, Sir Christopher Wren's famous building.

· Discover places of ritual magic

· Take a photo on the the Greenwich Prime meridian.

Duration: 3 hours.

On this self-guided GPS audio walk you will learn how Greenwich Mean Time (or GMT) became the standard from which all the world's times are worked out. You will hear of the murder of an Archbishop by the Vikings in the 9th Century and discover Queen Elizabeth's Oak Tree, where Henry VIII is said to have cavorted with Anne Boleyn, resulting in the birth of England's iconic queen. Visiting the Painted Hall you will hear the macabre story of Lord Nelson's corpse and the brandy which was supposed to preserve it.

Major landmarks: Royal Naval Hospital, Cutty Sark, Queen's House, National Maritime Museum, Royal Observatory.

Places to stop along the way: Cutty Sark, Discover Greenwich Museum, Painted Hall, Chapel, Queen's House, Royal Observatory.

The tour is ready whenever you are and the audio plays automatically at exactly the right time and place using your smartphone's GPS and the VoiceMap mobile app, which also works offline.
Duration: 50 minutes.

Explore London on this panoramic tour, and see some of the most iconic sites in London (driver will stop at some of these sites, so that you get a closer look and take pictures). including Royal Greenwich. Next we will head out to Kent, the Garden of England, we know you will enjoy the ride in England's most beautiful country side, We then arrive at our final destination. Canterbury Cathedral. Explore one of UK's most-visited historic sites.
After the visit to the cathedral, explore Canterbury Town. Canterbury is one of the most beautiful historic cities in the country and, as home to a UNESCO World Heritage Site, attracts history lovers from all over the world.
Duration: 10 hours.

This 5 days London getaway package is a cultural program where you can enjoy most of London by staying in our English host families' homes. This is an excellent choice when your time is limited. From the very first minute until the end of the program, you will be taken great care by our operation team, group leaders and tour guides.

London has it all, and we all know that. It will all culminate in your realization of why London is the city where people enshrine the fondest and most heartfelt memories from the very first moments of our London package program that last a lifetime.

See the world's most iconic landmarks, and hear their stories and history from a professional tour guide. Our Excursion Tour is designed to present you with the most key facts and places of interest in the short time you have in London.

Get a truly traditional English cultural experience in typical English homes in beautiful & scenic Richmond and Kingston areas. Join us!
Duration: 5 days.

Pour découvrir ce magnifique quartier de Greenwich classé au patrimoine mondial par l’UNESCO et connaitre ses secrets, réserver une de nos visites privées accompagnée d’un guide francophone.
Au cours de cette visite, votre guide vous fera découvrir ce charmant quartier situé au bord de la Tamise, connu pour son histoire et riche patrimoine maritime.
Du Cutty Sark au parc de Greenwich en passant par le Greenwich Market, l'Université et l’Observatoire Royal, vous marcherez sur les traces des plus célèbres monarques du Royaume-Uni, tels que Henry VIII et ses filles Mary I et Elisabeth I, mais aussi des peintres Canaletto et Turner et de l'écrivain Dickens.

Visite Londres est la première entreprise de médiation culturelle qui propose des visites privées en français. Nous avons pour but de faire découvrir cette merveilleuse ville aux francophones désireux d’en apprendre plus tout en s’amusant.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes.

Greenwich is a unique place which has a collection of variety of historic attractions and beautiful views of London. It is the site of one of the oldest royal places, birth place of Henry VIII and his daughters Elizabeth and Mary.
During this tour you admire one of the best examples of the famous architect Christopher Wren's Old Royal Naval College. The area is also the site of 100's movies; including Les Misérables, Pirates of The Caribbean and many more.
Duration: 6 hours 30 minutes.

This 7 days London getaway package is a cultural program where you can enjoy most of London by staying in our English host families' homes. This is an excellent choice when your time is limited. From the very first minute until the end of the program, you will be taken great care by our operation team, group leaders and tour guides.

London has it all, and we all know that. It will all culminate in your realization of why London is the city where people enshrine the fondest and most heartfelt memories from the very first moments of our London package program that last a lifetime.

See the world's most iconic landmarks, and hear their stories and history from a professional tour guide. Our Excursion Tour is designed to present you with the most key facts and places of interest in the short time you have in London.

Get a truly traditional English cultural experience in typical English homes in beautiful & scenic Richmond and Kingston areas. Join us!
Duration: 7 days.

This 4 days London getaway package is a cultural program where you can enjoy most of London by staying in our English host families' homes. This is an excellent choice when your time is limited. From the very first minute until the end of the program, you will be taken great care by our operation team, group leaders and tour guides.

London has it all, and we all know that. It will all culminate in your realization of why London is the city where people enshrine the fondest and most heartfelt memories from the very first moments of our London package program that last a lifetime.

See the world's most iconic landmarks, and hear their stories and history from a professional tour guide. Our Excursion Tour is designed to present you with the most key facts and places of interest in the short time you have in London.

Get a truly traditional English cultural experience in typical English homes in beautiful & scenic Richmond and Kingston areas. Join us!
Duration: 4 days.

This 6 days London getaway package is a cultural program where you can enjoy most of London by staying in our English host families' homes. This is an excellent choice when your time is limited. From the very first minute until the end of the program, you will be taken great care by our operation team, group leaders and tour guides.

London has it all, and we all know that. It will all culminate in your realization of why London is the city where people enshrine the fondest and most heartfelt memories from the very first moments of our London package program that last a lifetime.

See the world's most iconic landmarks, and hear their stories and history from a professional tour guide. Our Excursion Tour is designed to present you with the most key facts and places of interest in the short time you have in London.

Get a truly traditional English cultural experience in typical English homes in beautiful & scenic Richmond and Kingston areas. Join us!
Duration: 6 days.

Explore London on this panoramic tour, and see some of the most iconic sites in London (driver will stop at some of these sites, so that you get a closer look and take pictures). including Royal Greenwich. Next we will head out to Kent, the Garden of England, we know you will enjoy the ride in England's most beautiful country side, We then arrive at our final destination. Canterbury Cathedral. Explore one of UK's most-visited historic sites.
After the visit to the cathedral, explore Canterbury Town. Canterbury is one of the most beautiful historic cities in the country and, as home to a UNESCO World Heritage Site, attracts history lovers from all over the world.
Duration: 10 hours.