Royal Observatory and Prime Meridian
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Royal Observatory and Prime Meridian

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£24.00
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Language: English, Italian, French, Spanish, German, Portuguese, Chinese, Korean
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: Flexible
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Why you’ll love this…
  • Visit the home of the world-famous Meridian Line and Greenwich Mean Time
  • Be amazed by the UK's largest historic telescope
  • Enjoy views across the River Thames and Greenwich Royal Park
What to expect

The Royal Observatory is home to the world-famous Meridian Line and Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). Established in the 17th century by Charles II, it is today a unique visitor attraction and a must-see for any visit to London.

Marvel at the Great Equatorial Telescope, the UK's largest, historic telescope which gave astronomers new views of the universe over 100 years ago. You'll also enjoy one of the most-loved views of London across Greenwich Royal Park and the River Thames.

Don't forget to take a selfie on the iconic Meridian Line with one foot in the west and one foot in the east!

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What's included
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Where

Blackheath Ave, London SE10 8XJ, United Kingdom

Meeting point:
Show your voucher at the entrance of the Royal Observatory Greenwich.
What to remember
  • Infants (age 0-4) can access for free
  • Downloadable interactive audio guide available in English, Italian, French, German and Spanish using the Smartify App
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Provider
Royal Museums Greenwich
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

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4.1 /5

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    TUI Musement Traveler

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    5
    23 July 2025

    Comfortable booking process, prices are fair, no waiting time at the observatory, friendly reminder one day before, from my perspektive a clear recommendation

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    TUI Musement Traveler

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    5
    15 August 2025

    Posto incantevole e super interessante!!!

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    TUI Musement Traveler

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    4
    9 March 2024

    Was out there with a group of work colleagues and we have an amazing time.

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    TUI Musement Traveler

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    5
    31 May 2023

    We had a great day at the Royal Observatory (very interesting) & the Cutty Sark with cream tea in the resturant underneath. Awesome engineering displaying the ship in this suspended state

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    TUI Musement Traveler

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    3
    15 February 2023

    Very crowded , children disappointed that they had no chance to explore without being pushed by adults.

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    TUI Musement Traveler

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    4
    1 June 2023

    Nous sommes arrivés 45 min avant la fermeture de Greenwich - passage à la boutique très rapide car l'Observatoire fermait ses portes. Horaires d'ouverture à revoir et surtout pour les touristes merci de prévoir un léger écart pour la fermeture. Dommage !!!

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