Greenwich Park
Greenwich Park - Background
Greenwich is one of London's most picturesque spots,
and has a long and interesting history. Atop the highest
point in the Park is the Royal Observatory,
established in 1675 and home of 'Greenwich Mean Time'
(by which the rest of the world calculates its time)
and the Prime Meridian (zero longitude). From the
views over East London and Docklands afforded
at the Observatory, the foreground is dominated by
the National Maritime Museum, Royal Naval College,
and Queen's House. These riverside landmarks have
been immortalized by painters such as Turner and Canaletto.
Highlights of a visit to Greenwich Park:
- The Royal Observatory
- The views over east London and of the Millenium
Dome
- The view from the Thames
- The Cutty Sark tea clipper boat
- The National Maritime Museum
- The Royal Naval College
- Greenwich Markets
Getting There
BR from Charing Cross, Cannon Street, or London Bridge
stations. Island Garden DLR, then foot tunnel under
the Thames.
Opening Times & Admission Prices
Royal Observatory - 10am to 5pm (daily); £6.
Royal Naval College - 10am to 5pm (Mon to Sat),
12.30pm to 5pm (Sun); £3.
National Maritime Museum - 10am to 5pm (daily);
£7.50.
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