Royal Observatory Greenwich & Prime Meridian Entry Ticket London
At a glance
Royal Observatory Greenwich & Prime Meridian Entry Ticket London is a 2h guided experience in London, United Kingdom, operated by National Maritime Museum. Travellers rate it 4.1 out of 5 across 419 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $33.11 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: FREE to download audio-guide available in 10 different languages, Attraction admission ticket, All Fees and Taxes.
Highlights
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 2h
- Group
- Shared tour
- Languages
- German, Portuguese, Korean, Chinese, Cantonese, English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
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.
What's included
What's included
- FREE to download audio-guide available in 10 different languages
- Attraction admission ticket
- All Fees and Taxes
- National Maritime Museum and Queen's House are free to visit and within short walking distance
Not included
- Transportation to/from attractions
Itinerary
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Stop 1
Make your way to the Royal Observatory Greenwich which is located on a hill in Greenwich Royal Park. As you do, you will enjoy dramatic views of London across Greenwich Royal Park, the City of London and the River Thames. Once inside, you can pick up a complementary audio guide. There are 7 languages available.
Your visit will begin in the Meridian Courtyard 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 Greenwich Mean Time (GMT).
The tour will take you through Flamsteed House where you will walk in the footsteps of the Astronomers Royal. Visit the Octagon Room which was designed by Sir Christopher Wren and is one of the best preserved Wren interiors in London. See Harrison’s clocks, the inventions that changed the world. Discover the Shepherd Gate Clock, mounted outside, which was the first clock to show Greenwich Mean Time to the public. Learn about the discoveries of great scientists and inventors based at or associated with the Royal Observatory, including Harrison, Newton, Halley, Bradley, Maunder, Harrison, Airy, Einstein.
The bright red Time Ball on top of Flamsteed House is one of the world’s earliest public time signals and was first used in 1833 and still operates today. Don’t miss the Great Equatorial Telescope, located in the huge iconic onion dome, which gave astronomers new views of the universe over 100 years ago.
Located in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Maritime Greenwich, the National Maritime Museum and the Queen’s House are both located within a short walking distance from the Observatory and are free to visit. Cutty Sark, the world’s sole-surviving tea clipper is now an award-winning museum and visitor experience and is a must-see when visiting Greenwich.
Meeting point
Hotel pickup is offered for this experience.
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- 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
- Please note that certain parts of the attraction are not fully accessible, please contact the attraction if you need assistance planning your visit
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Royal Observatory Greenwich & Prime Meridian Entry Ticket London take?
The experience lasts about 2h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $33.11 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
FREE to download audio-guide available in 10 different languages; Attraction admission ticket; All Fees and Taxes; National Maritime Museum and Queen's House are free to visit and within short walking distance.
Where does it start?
Hotel pickup is offered for this experience.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in German, Portuguese, Korean, Chinese, Cantonese, English, Italian, French, Spanish.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.1 out of 5 across 419 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in London.
