The Royal Observatory in Greenwich
Duration: 1.5 hours
Overview
Visit the Royal Observatory in Greenwich, the home of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) and the Meridian line.
Included
- Admission to Royal Observatory
- Audio guide available in English, Italian, Spanish, German, Korean, French, Portuguese, Cantonese and Mandarin
Excluded
- Planetarium Shows
- Transport
Important information
Opening hours:
Days of Operation: Daily
Opening times: 10:00am until 5:00pm (Last admission at 4:15pm).
Address: Blackheath Avenue, Greenwich, London SE10 8XJ
Opening times: 10:00am until 5:00pm (Last admission at 4:15pm).
Address: Blackheath Avenue, Greenwich, London SE10 8XJ
Please note:
A valid student card may be requested on arrival if a student ticket has been purchased.
Exclusive Early Access tour is in English only and for over 18s only.
Once Exclusive Early Access tickets have been purchased, they cannot be cancelled or amended.
Exclusive Early Access tour is in English only and for over 18s only.
Once Exclusive Early Access tickets have been purchased, they cannot be cancelled or amended.
Highlights
More information
The Royal Observatory is the historic home of British astronomy, Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) and the world-famous Meridian Line. Established in the 17th century and designed by Sir Christopher Wren, it was from here that the great scientists of the time precisely mapped the stars to help navigate at sea.
Visit the Royal Observatory, located in Greenwich, for an experience like no other! Download the Smartify app for access to the official audio guide for your visit. Exclusive Early Access Book Exclusive Early Access and see the Royal Observatory before the crowds! Enjoy a 45-minute tour with an expert guide around one of Britain’s most historic buildings. Learn about how the Prime Meridian came to be in Greenwich and the history of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). You’ll also have access to historic gems including the Great Equatorial Telescope, Wren’s Octagon Room, and the Harrison Clocks – without the crowds!