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- Telescopes, historic clocks, astronomy, and more – a visit the home of the Greenwich Mean Time promises a fun and educational time for the entire family.
- Walk on the historic Prime Meridian Line, and enjoy having one foot on the Western and one foot on the Eastern hemisphere.
- See the Greenwich Time Ball, one of the world's earliest public time signals that is still in operation.
- Stand beneath the Great Equatorial Telescope, one of the largest in the world.
- Admire John Harrison's marine timekeepers, a beautiful blend of expert craftsmanship and clever technology.
- Find your way around the observatory with the Royal Observatory audio guide.
- Opt for the Day Explorer Pass to two attractions on the same day – the Royal Observatory and Cutty Sark.
- An award-winning attraction in Greenwich, Cutty Sark is a historical sailing ship that was the fastest of its time.
- Explore the main deck, take the steering wheel, and discover what life was like at sea with a Cutty Sark audio tour.
- Telescopes, historic clocks, astronomy, and more – a visit the home of the Greenwich Mean Time promises a fun and educational time for the entire family.
- Walk on the historic Prime Meridian Line, and enjoy having one foot on the Western and one foot on the Eastern hemisphere.
- See the Greenwich Time Ball, one of the world's earliest public time signals that is still in operation.
- Stand beneath the Great Equatorial Telescope, one of the largest in the world.
- Admire John Harrison's marine timekeepers, a beautiful blend of expert craftsmanship and clever technology.
- Find your way around the observatory with the Royal Observatory audio guide.
- Opt for the Day Explorer Pass to two attractions on the same day – the Royal Observatory and Cutty Sark.
- An award-winning attraction in Greenwich, Cutty Sark is a historical sailing ship that was the fastest of its time.
- Explore the main deck, take the steering wheel, and discover what life was like at sea with a Cutty Sark audio tour.
Inclusions
- Entry to Royal Observatory Greenwich
- Entry to Cutty Sark (optional upgrade)
- Audio guide
Exclusions
- Planetarium show
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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- You can visit each attraction only once daily.
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Validity
- Before activation: 2 years from date of purchase
- After activation: 60 days from first use
- You can cancel these tickets up to 90 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- These tickets are valid for 24 months from the date of purchase.
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- Some attractions require prior reservations. Look out for the 'reservations required' stamp in the app when browsing attractions and just click on the attraction to find all the info you need! Please check the official websites to book.
- You can visit each attraction only once.
- Children under 5 get the pass for free.
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- Once you visit your first attraction, your pass will be activated! You can also print your pass at home using the link in your confirmation email or show your mobile pass.
- The Go City app has loads of handy features to help you plan your itinerary, check attraction opening times and reserve (where required).
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- Before activation: You can activate your pass within 2 years from the date of purchase.
- After activation: Your pass is activated as soon as you visit your 1st attraction and is valid for the number of calendar days (not 24-hour periods). For example, if you select a 3-day pass and visit an attraction on Monday afternoon, your pass is valid for the remainder of Monday, plus Tuesday and Wednesday.
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LondonRoyal Observatory Greenwich
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Things to know before booking your tickets to Royal Observatory Greenwich
- Ball drop: Plan your visit around 12:30 PM to see the iconic red Greenwich time ball drop from the top of Flamsteed House.
- Accessibility constraints: Certain parts of the experience may not be accessible for people with reduced mobility. Please refer to your tickets for additional information.
Why visit Royal Observatory Greenwich?
- Prime Meridian: The Prime Meridian is the longitude that divides the world into the Eastern and Western Hemisphere. The Royal Observatory Greenwich is home to this extremely important point.
- Astronomical significance: Before the Royal Observatory, there was no standard way of measuring time. It was only after the establishment of Greenwich Mean Time, that the world got a universal measure of time.
- Amazing clock collection: The Royal Observatory Greenwich has an amazing collection of clocks! Their collection includes historic timepieces that have revolutionized the way we record, measure, and keep track of time.
- World Heritage site: The Royal Observatory Greenwich is a part of the Maritime Greenwich World Heritage Site since it is an incredibly important part of maritime history.
- Center of the world: The Royal Observatory Greenwich divides the world into the eastern and western hemispheres. Every point on planet Earth is measured in relation to the Prime Meridian.
Which Royal Observatory Greenwich ticket is best for you?
If you are a history buff
Go for: Guided tours
Duration: Flexible
Access to planetarium: No
Guide: Audio guide
- Explore the different attractions at the Royal Observatory Greenwich at your own pace.
- Learn about each attraction with an audio guide that gives accurate and interesting information.
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If you are on a budget
Go for: Entry tickets
Duration: Flexible
Access to planetarium: No
Guide: Audio guide
- Explore the different attractions at Royal Observatory Greenwich at your own pace.
- Entry tickets are easy on your pocket.
Recommended tours
If you want to explore beyond
Go for: Combo tours
Duration: Flexible
Access to Planetarium: No
Guide: Professional tour guide
- Upgrade entry tickets to include a visit to Cutty Sark for a small fee.
- A professional tour guide will share stories of sailors and the interesting history of the magnificent Cutty Sark ship.
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Cancellation policy
Tickets to the Royal Observatory Greenwich and Cutty Sark cannot be canceled or rescheduled.
Explore Royal Observatory Greenwich
Peter Harrison Planetarium
Learn about the stars at the Peter Harrison Planetarium. All the shows at the planetarium are led by expert astronomers from the Royal Observatory Greenwich. Visualizations, real-life space photography, and live commentary by astronomers add to the overall experience at the Peter Harrison Planetarium. Tickets for the shows at the Planetarium are not included with your entry tickets for the Royal Observatory, they have to be purchased separately.
What to see at Royal Observatory Greenwich?
Prime Meridian Line
Stand on the historic Prime Meridian Line and put one foot towards the east of the line and the other towards the left. You are standing on both the eastern and the western hemispheres of the world at the same time! Standing on the Prime Meridian at the Royal Observatory Greenwich is included with your entry tickets.
Great Equatorial Telescope
If you look up while walking towards the Royal Observatory, you will see a distinctive onion-shaped dome. This dome is the roof of the Great Equatorial Telescope. Installed in 1893, the telescope was built by the Grubb Telescope Company in Dublin. The Great Equatorial Telescope is one of the largest refracting telescopes in the world and was originally designed to be used for astrophotography. Visiting this attraction is included with your entry tickets.
Shepherd Gate Clock
The Shepherd Gate Clock was the first clock to display the Greenwich Mean Time to the public. Installed at the gates of the Royal Observatory, the Shepherd Gate Clock displays twenty-four hours on its face, instead of the usual twelve hours. This means that when it is noon, the hands of the clock will be pointing straight down instead of straight up. Your entry tickets to the Royal Observatory Greenwich give you access to the Shepherd Gate Clock.
Octagon Room
Designed by Sir Christopher Wren, the Octagon Room is the oldest part of the Royal Observatory Greenwich. The high ceilings and high windows of the Octagon Room were designed to provide astronomers with an uninterrupted view of the night sky. The high ceiling of the room also allowed astronomers to install some of the most advanced clocks of the age inside the room. Access to the Octagon Room is permitted with entry tickets for the Observatory.
Harrison Clocks
Designed by John Harrison, the Harrison Clocks are a beautiful amalgamation of innovative technology and stunning craftsmanship. Used mainly as a marine timekeeper, Harrison designed the H1, H2, H3, and H4 clocks. The Harrison Clocks were the first clocks that allowed ships to determine their longitude at sea. All four clocks, especially H1, are considered to be one of the greatest milestones in the history of clock-making. You can view these clocks with your entry tickets for the Royal Observatory Greenwich.
Airy Transit Circle Telescope
Located in its original mounting in the Transit Circle Room at the Royal Observatory Greenwich, the Airy Transit Circle Telescope was designed by English mathematician and astronomer George Biddell Airy. It was this telescope that helped astronomers determine the location of the Prime Meridian in the world. Entry tickets to the Royal Observatory Greenwich include access to the Airy Transit Circle Telescope.
Plan your visit to Royal Observatory Greenwich
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Royal Observatory Greenwich is open daily from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The last entry to the attraction is at 4:15 PM.
Best time to visit: For a comfortable and hassle-free experience, the best time to visit the Royal Observatory Greenwich is during weekday mornings, just when the attraction opens. You can also plan your visit to the Observatory during the late afternoon as well.
Address: Blackheath Ave, London SE10 8XJ, United Kingdom. Find on maps.
Getting there
- By rail: Direct trains from London Cannon Street and London Bridge
Nearest stops: Greenwich and Maze Hill
- By underground: Docklands Light Railway (DLR)
Nearest stops: Cutty Sark Station
- By bus: 53, 54, 202, 380
Nearest stops: Royal Observatory Greenwich and Peter Harrison Planetarium
There is a single entrance to the Royal Observatory Greenwich. The Observatory is located on a hill in Greenwich Park.
- Toilets
- Baby change facilities
- Lost property assistance
- Cafe
- Gift Shop
- Wheelchair accessible
- Hearing loops
- British sign language-trained assistants
- Planetarium shows
- Book your tickets for the Royal Observatory Greenwich in advance to avoid queues and waiting times.
- Purchasing online tickets for the attraction is cheaper, and gives you the freedom to choose the day and time that works best for you.
- Wear comfortable clothes and footwear.
- Plan your visit during weekday mornings or late afternoons to avoid crowds.
- Arrive early at the Royal Observatory Greenwich to enjoy some of the most breathtaking views of London.
- You can upgrade your Royal Observatory tickets to include access to the Cutty Sark ship.
- Sign in to the free WiFi at the Observatory and download the Smartify app for free to learn more about the Observatory and its attractions.
- Bill’s Greenwich Restaurant: Be it breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea or dinner, Bill’s Greenwich Restaurant serves delicious contemporary European cuisine.
- Midpoint Restaurant: Enjoy sumptuous Turkish dishes in a modern yet rustic setting at the Midpoint Restaurant.
- Greenwich Tavern: Spread over three floors, the Greenwich Tavern is a bar cum restaurant that serves yummy cocktails, and has a host of delightful British and European dishes to choose from.
- The Hill: Serving Mediterranean cuisine, the Hill is a popular restaurant in the Greenwich area. From its patio gardens to airy rooms decorated with Ecuadorian art, the Hill is a must-visit restaurant.
- The Pavilion Cafe: Offering counter-style service, the Pavilion Cafe serves delicious snacks, Fairtrade coffee and yummy cakes.
Budget: St. Christopher’s Inn Greenwich (3.4km), Ibis London Greenwich (750m), Premier Inn London Greenwich Hotel (3.8km)
Mid-range: Innkeeper’s Collection Greenwich (1km), The Clarendon Hotel (1.8km), Novotel London Greenwich (930m)
Luxury: InterContinental London-the O2 (4.6km), London Marriott Hotel Canary Wharf (3.7km), Hilton London Canary Wharf (3km)
- National Maritime Museum: Located 600 m away from the Royal Observatory Greenwich, the National Maritime Museum gives you an insight into the maritime history of London.
- Queen’s House: Located 650 m away from the Royal Observatory, the Queen’s House is home to an internationally renowned art collection. The former royal residence is also the first classical building in the UK.
- Greenwich Park: Located 500 m away from Royal Observatory Greenwich, Greenwich Park is a beautiful green oasis in London.
Beyond the Royal Observatory Greenwich
Cutty Sark
Cutty Sark is an award-winning attraction in London. In its heyday, the Cutty Sark was the fastest sailing ship of its time. You can hop aboard the historic ship and discover what life was like on the iconic Cutty Sark when you visit the attraction.
Frequently asked questions about Royal Observatory Greenwich tickets
How much is a ticket to the Royal Observatory Greenwich?
A standard ticket for the Royal Observatory Greenwich costs around £18.
How to book tickets to the Royal Observatory Greenwich?
You can book Royal Observatory Greenwich tickets either online or offline. However, buying tickets online has several advantages such as cheaper rates, different ticket options, and special discounts and offers.
Why should I book Royal Observatory Greenwich tickets online?
- Cheaper rates: When compared to offline purchases, online tickets are cheaper and more convenient to buy.
- Discounts and offers: You will find lots of special discounts and offers online. These benefits may not be available if you buy tickets directly from the venue.
- Multiple options: Purchasing tickets online gives you many different options. You can choose from combo tickets or simply upgrade your regular ticket to visit other attractions.
- Guaranteed entry: Walk-in tickets may not be available if you plan to visit the Royal Observatory Greenwich during peak season. However, if you have already booked your tickets online you will be able to visit the attraction during peak season and times.
What do the Royal Observatory Greenwich tickets include?
Standard tickets for the Royal Observatory Greenwich include entry access to the attraction and the various exhibits inside the Observatory. You can upgrade your tickets to include a visit to Cutty Sark as well. However, these tickets do not include entry to the Peter Harrison Planetarium.
Do Royal Observatory Greenwich tickets include access to other attractions?
Entry tickets for the Royal Observatory Greenwich do not include access to other attractions. However, you can upgrade your regular entry ticket to include a visit to Cutty Sark.
What is the cancellation policy for the Royal Observatory Greenwich?
Your Royal Observatory Greenwich tickets cannot be canceled or rescheduled.
How long does it take to complete a Royal Observatory Greenwich tour?
A complete tour of the Royal Observatory Greenwich will take you around one hour and thirty minutes.