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Greenwich Independent Sightseeing Tour

From£161.66
3 hours – 6 hours
London, United Kingdom

About this activity

Experience Greenwich's rich maritime history and iconic landmarks on a personalized tour with a private driver, including the Royal Observatory and Prime Meridian.

Highlights

  • Explore Greenwich's maritime history
  • Stand on the Prime Meridian line
  • Visit the Royal Observatory
  • Discover the National Maritime Museum
  • Enjoy panoramic views from Greenwich Park

Full description

Discover the charm of Greenwich, London's historic maritime borough, on a personalized tour with your own private driver. Tailor your itinerary to explore iconic sites like the Royal Observatory, where you can stand on the Prime Meridian line, and the National Maritime Museum, home to fascinating exhibits. Stroll through Greenwich Park for panoramic views of the city, and visit the historic Cutty Sark ship. This flexible tour allows you to immerse yourself in Greenwich's unique blend of history and culture at your own pace.

Included / Excluded

  • Private driver for personalized tour
  • Flexible itinerary tailored to your interests
  • Visit to Royal Observatory and Prime Meridian
  • Meals and personal expenses

Itinerary

1

Stand with a foot in each hemisphere and explore how scientists first mapped the seas and the stars at the Royal Observatory Greenwich. This Greenwich observatory is home to the Prime Meridian Line, the UK’s largest refracting telescope, a 4.5 billion-year-old asteroid and the only London planetarium.

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: NO
2

Climb aboard Cutty Sark in Greenwich, the world's last surviving tea clipper, which was built at the end of the golden age of sail. Discover what life was like aboard the 19th-century ship, find out how she brought tea from China and walk beneath the hull that made her one of the fastest ships of her time.

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: NO
3

Learn about Britain's encounters with the world at sea and the Royal Navy at the National Maritime Museum. This Greenwich museum also charts the life of great British hero Admiral Horatio Nelson, and you can even see the uniform he wore when he was fatally wounded at the Battle of Trafalgar.

Duration: 30 minAdmission: NO
4

For a regal day out, head to the Queen's House in Greenwich for more than 400 years of stunning art, architecture and royal history. Part of Royal Museums Greenwich, this royal villa was designed by Inigo Jones in 1616 as a "house of delight" for James I's wife, Anne of Denmark

Duration: 30 minAdmission: NO
5

Be transported to the 1930s at art deco gem Eltham Palace. Tour the mansion’s lavish rooms, which are full of quirky touches from former owners Stephen and Virginia Courtauld. Be amazed by the circular entrance hall, explore the walk-in-wardrobe and marvel at the golden bathroom. There are also 19 acres (8 hectares) of grounds surrounding this former medieval palace, which Henry VIII used to visit.

Duration: 30 minAdmission: NO

Important information

Know before you book

  • Confirm your booking at least 24 hours in advance to secure your preferred time slot.
  • Provide any specific interests or sites you'd like to include in your itinerary when booking.
  • Be aware that some attractions may require additional entry fees, not included in the tour price.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes for exploring Greenwich Park and other sites.
  • Bring a camera to capture the stunning views and historic landmarks.
  • Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly for outdoor activities.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

  • Infants Required On Laps
  • Infant Seats Available

Good to know

  • Infants and children, regardless of age, count as full fare paying passengers. Please note that child seats are not compulsory and need to be requested on an ad hoc basis.

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Convenient

Quick, easy and no fuss. Could spend more time exploring because did not need to rely on public transport to get around.

Carol_HNov 12, 2022VIATOR

Additional information

Infants and children, regardless of age, count as full fare paying passengers. Please note that child seats are not compulsory and need to be requested on an ad hoc basis.
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