Stand on the Prime Meridian and view historic astronomy instruments
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Combine Royal Observatory Greenwich with other London favorites. Some things are better together.
Future explorers get their kicks with the chance to study the planets and stars
Discover historic clocks and telescopes and cutting-edge astronomical tools
Learn about Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) and how Greenwich came to be the center of time-keeping
Little kids will love standing astride the dividing point between east and west – the Meridian Line
Booking online in advance is cheaper than paying on the day!
It’s easy to get Royal Observatory Greenwich tickets. Book in advance and save time on your trip to London. There are options to buy day tickets, and you can also combine your visit with another attraction.
Royal Observatory Greenwich tickets include:
Admission to the Royal Observatory Greenwich, one of London's top attractions
Entry to the Meridian line
Entry to Flamsteed House
Entry to John Harrison’s timekeepers
Entry to Camera Obscura
Entry to the Great Equatorial Telescope and the Astronomy Centre
Entry to the Altazimuth Pavilion and the galleries
Downloadable interactive audio guide in English
Children under 4 get in for free (please select a free ticket for them)
Open daily 10:00-17:00 (last entry 16:15)
There are many talks and shows to enjoy - check the schedule before you go
The Royal Observatory is close to the National Maritime Museum and the Queen's House, which are free to visit!
This ticket does not include entry to The Peter Harrison Planetarium
Food and drinks are available at Astronomy Café & Terrace
Within a 20-minute walk from Greenwich DLR/rail and Cutty Sark DLR
The Royal Museums Greenwich Day Pass includes the observatory and much more, so book a combo ticket for better value
The Royal Observatory is the home of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) and the Prime Meridian, perched up high in leafy green Greenwich. See where time starts and stops.
