Royal Observatory & Prime Meridian and Cutty Sark
Description
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
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Explore time and space at the Royal Observatory Greenwich and stand on the Meridian line at the home of the Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). Discover the site’s rich history, from its royal heritage to its awe-inspiring Peter Harrison Planetarium, all set within Greenwich’s beautiful park.
The Cutty Sark is the world’s sole-surviving tea clipper, celebrated for her record breaking passages around the globe. Guests can come aboard and experience what it was like to sail this much-loved national icon. Walk underneath Cutty Sark’s gleaming copper hull for an awe-inspiring view and the chance to admire the cutting-edge design that made her the fastest in the world.
The Queen’s House was designed by Inigo Jones and is Britain’s first classical building and a pioneering masterpiece of 17th-century architecture. Today you can enjoy the spectacular art, architecture and history of this beautiful royal villa. The House is free to visit with the exception of guided tours and special exhibitions..
The National Maritime Museum is the largest museum of its kind in the world. It appeals to visitors of all ages. Discover epic stories of exploration and endeavor that have shaped our world today.The museum is free to visit with the exception of guided tours and special exhibitions.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children under the age of 4 years are free to enter the attraction
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Reviews(82)
Wonderful place , full of history . Very educational, might be a bit complex for young people to understand. But so important historically especially the story of John Harrison and the problem of longitude. Greenich park is very nice as well. Well worth a vist
As a person who loves boats, I had a great time on the curry sark and enjoyed a great view at the meridian! Many purchases at the gift shop of the places!
It's Worth an Experience to the Royal Observatory for Geography and Horology Enthusiasts as well as common tourists. The visit to Cutty Sark is Worth Your Money as it's an experience in itself.
Hi There, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review and feedback about your visit to the Royal Observatory and the Cutty Sark. As the two paid sites within Royal Museums Greenwich (The National Maritime Museum and Queen's House are free) you can purchase a Day Pass for a slight discount which allows entry to the Observatory and Cutty Sark on the same day. For horology enthusiasts who have visited the Observatory we also shout out the National Maritime Museum which displays the K2 Marine Timekeeper in it's Pacific Encounters Gallery.
This is the entrance ticket for Cutty Sark and Royal Observatory. It was a fun experience. We didn't have to wait in any lines. Everything went very smooth!
The Royal Observatory in Greenwich is one of London’s most fascinating historic sites—where science, time, and history all come together. The highlight, of course, is standing on the Prime Meridian Line (0° longitude), where the Eastern and Western Hemispheres meet. It’s a unique experience and a great photo spot! Inside the observatory, you’ll find amazing exhibitions on astronomy, navigation, and the history of timekeeping. The Great Equatorial Telescope and the historic timepieces, including John Harrison’s famous marine chronometers, are especially impressive. The location itself is stunning—perched at the top of Greenwich Park, it offers one of the best panoramic views of London, stretching across the River Thames and the city skyline. ✅ Educational and fun for all ages ✅ Incredible view from the top of the hill ✅ A must-visit for history and science lovers Whether you’re curious about astronomy, want to stand on the Prime Meridian, or just enjoy London’s heritage, the Royal Observatory is well worth the visit.
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review and feedback regarding your experience visiting the Royal Observatory. You have summed up our site in such a beautiful way that we are thrilled to hear you had such an insightful and meaningful visit with us. We are very proud of our site and the stories we tell, so it is always a bonus when visitors like yourself think the same! Our team shares stories of the Observatory, timekeeping and navigation from the Observatory's founding up to today. As the site is historic, there are some spaces that are accessible only by stairs (Octagon Room and Great Equatorial Telescope) however for those visiting who may not see these spaces, we encourage you to speak with staff who can give you information about these spaces as well as potentially provide some images. For those who visit with a particular interest in Astronomy and all things space, our Astronomy team have recently moved down to the National Maritime Museum temporarily whilst renovation works begin. There are experiences and Planetarium shows at the NMM so that our fantastic Astronomers can still deliver a brilliant experience to visitors. For more information please check out our website, specifically Astronomers Takeover
We were disappointed that we did not have a guide. But the staff at the obeservatory were great and very helpful.
It’s in a beautiful location with a rich history. We were able to be there for a couple of the talks by one of the volunteers. He was very knowledgeable and engaging. We loved it.
Hi There, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review and feedback about your visit to the Royal Observatory. We're glad to hear you found your visit interesting and engaging, especially on a sunny day we're very lucky to have such beautiful surroundings of Greenwich Park, the view of London and the other museums in the nearby area. Our team work hard to deliver numerous talks and tours to visitors on a daily basis, sharing their knowledge and expertise of all things time and space!
Just to be aware that there are a lot of stairs around in all the places. Would highly recommend the cafe near the observatory. The park walk is lovely
Great value! Lots of unique British maritime and naval history. Recommend taking the ferry to reach if able. Walking distance to The Ship restaurant. Highly recommend!!
Excellent tour of cutty sark, that lasted an hour Friendly and informative. Our guide was Ilinka, and our tour was comprehensive
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, we're very glad to hear your tour of the Cutty Sark was especially great, we'll be sure to pass your kind words over to the Cutty Sark team
