Royal Observatory Greenwich
Travel through time and space with this tour of the Royal Observatory in Greenwich. You'll see the famous prime meridian, Shepherd Gate Clock, and much more!. Description.
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Travel through time and space with this tour of the Royal Observatory in Greenwich. You'll see the famous prime meridian, Shepherd Gate Clock, and much more!
Description
The Royal Observatory in Greenwich is the home of British astronomy and navigation. Built in the 17th century, it has served as a site for mapping stars to aid navigation at sea.
This ticket provides access to the location that established Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) and features the prime meridian, the point where East meets West - 0° 0’ 0”. You can stand on it!
During the tour, you will have an audio guide to explain the historical astronomical advancements made at this center.
Opening Hours
The Greenwich Observatory is open every day from 10 am to 5 pm, with the last admission at 4:30 pm. Note that these hours may vary occasionally.
Prices
Included
- Admission to the Royal Greenwich Observatory
- Audio guide
Tips
- Accessibility: Only some areas are accessible.
