My ten things to do in Greenwich London SE10 list offers many cultural experiences. The Royal Borough of Greenwich is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with a rich maritime history. You can begin by admiring the panoramic city views from Greenwich Park. Learn about time and space at the Royal Observatory. Explore maritime history at the National Maritime Museum. Delve into royal art at the Queen’s House. Board the Cutty Sark for a nautical journey. Experience culture at the Old Royal Naval College. Shop and dine at Greenwich Market. Walk under the Thames in the Greenwich Foot Tunnel. Stroll along the scenic Thames Path. Finally, enjoy entertainment at the O2 Arena. (This post was initially published in April 2019; I have since updated and republished it).
10 Things To Do In Greenwich London List:
1. Admire the stunning view of London from the hill at Greenwich Park
2. Learn about time, hemispheres and planets at the Royal Observatory
3. Take a voyage of discovery at the National Maritime Museum
4. Soak up royal history at the Queen’s House
5. Climb aboard the Cutty Sark
6. Get your cultural fix at the Old Royal Naval College
7. Shop and eat street food at the historic Greenwich Market
8. Walk under the River Thames through the Greenwich Foot Tunnel
9. Take a stroll along the Thames Path
10. Sing your heart out at the O2 Arena
Ten Things To Do In Greenwich London Details
1. Admire the stunning view of London from the hill at Greenwich Park. Overlooking the River Thames with a fabulous flower garden, café and deer park, this 183-acre Royal Park is well worth exploring. Upon the hill, you are treated to a fantastic city vista at Greenwich SE10 8QY.
2. Learn about time, hemispheres and planets at the Royal Observatory. This is the home of Greenwich Mean Time, the Prime Meridian (where East meets West) and the London Planetarium. It is located at the top of the hill in Greenwich Park (you might be a little out of breath afterwards).
3. Take a voyage of discovery at the National Maritime Museum. See exhibitions covering pirates, oceans, ships, and everything related to seafaring you can imagine. They are located at Romney Road, London SE10 9NF, near Greenwich Park.
4. Soak up royal history at the Queen’s House. This historic mansion is a joy to explore; you can see art through the ages. Expect to see plenty of portraits of kings and queens along with ships. It is located near Greenwich Park, SE10 9NF.
5. Climb aboard the Cutty Sark. You can continue your maritime adventure by boarding this famous British Tea Clipper Ship. You can meet the crew and roam inside; they also serve afternoon tea in the hull! Located at King William Walk SE10 9HT.
6. Get your cultural fix at the Old Royal Naval College. This magnificent Sir Christopher Wren Baroque building and extensive grounds are used for concerts, festivals, events and art exhibitions. Ensure you see The Painted Hall, hailed as the UK’s Sistine Chapel!
7. Shop and eat street food at Greenwich Market. This covered market is set within a World Heritage Site and opens seven days a week. You will find a street food market selling everything you could want to eat. You can buy antiques, posters, gifts, candles, clothes and more from the market stalls. Great shops are boarding the market, which is well worth checking out. They are located at SE10 9HZ.
8. Walk under the River Thames through the Greenwich Foot Tunnel. It’s a strange experience walking underneath the River Thames. The tunnel has a two-way traffic system to ensure the flow of walkers. There are two tunnels. I have walked under the one near the Cutty Sark, which takes you to Island Gardens and Tower Hamlets. This gives you a great perspective of Greenwich from the other side of the river. The second foot tunnel connects Woolwich to North Woolwich, Newham.
9. Take a stroll along the Thames Path. One of my favourite London walks is from North Greenwich to Greenwich (or vice versa). The Thames Path takes you past river ‘beaches’ with weeping willow trees and industrial landscapes. When you reach North Greenwich, you will be near the O2 Arena. Read my feature about North Greenwich to Greenwich Walk.
10. Sing your heart out at the O2 Arena. This entertainment venue is housed inside the Millennium Dome, a building commissioned to celebrate the millennium. The iconic design features 12 yellow posts, representing 12 hours, thus paying homage to Greenwich Mean Time. If you want a real adventure, you can climb over the roof of this building. You will find cinemas, a bowling alley, restaurants, bars and shops here. It is located on the Greenwich Peninsula.
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Helpful Information About Greenwich
If you live in London and haven’t explored Greenwich yet, you must put this on your to-do list! The nearest stations are Greenwich on the DLR and the Thameslink and South Eastern train lines. When the sun is shining at the weekend, this area gets bustling, if you can visit better mid-week. There are plenty of pubs where you can enjoy a pint and lunch. The Market is great for street food. You’ll have a wonderful time with an abundance of bakeries and eateries. For more information, check out the Visit Greenwich website.
While you are in the area, these posts may be of interest:
Best Things To Do In Greenwich:
North Greenwich To Greenwich Thames Path Walk
National Maritime Museum Greenwich
The Royal Observatory Greenwich
Best Places To Eat In Greenwich:
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Breakfast At Peyton And Byrne Bakery Greenwich
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