Greenwich is a district of the city of London.
To know
Maritime Greenwich is part of the UNESCO World Heritage List and is composed of the Greenwich Park, the University Old Royal Naval College, the House of the Queen of the seventeenth century, theRoyal Observatory and the historic center. This site represents very important examples of the architecture of Inigo Jones and Sir Christopher Wren who were also important for the evolution of European architecture. The Queen's House was the first Palladian building in England, while the Old Naval College is a beautiful example of English Baroque architecture.
In addition to notable architectural examples, World Heritage status recognizes the important role Greenwich Maritime has played in modern history, as it developed into a naval superpower and scientific endeavors. The Royal Observatory has had a very important influence in the history of astronomy and navigation, leading to the creation of the Greenwich Meridian and the Greenwich Meridian Time as world references.
Most of the attractions in Maritime Greenwich are free, except the Observatory, whose hill is worth seeing even if you don't want to enter the museum, to enjoy the view of the city from above.
Greenwich is a maritime district in south east London, about 9km from the city center. Area of great historical importance whose center contains Maritime Greenwich one of the four UNESCO sites in London, famous for its naval history and connections with the Royal Family, as well as being the place from which the prime meridian (longitude 0 °) starts.
The main attractions are in the center, along the riverside, on the western side of the Royal Town Hall of Greenwich, which also includes Eltham and Woolwich. North of the Town Hall is the Greenwich Peninsula, also known as North Greenwich which houses the O2 Arena concert venue. Nearby is the area of Blackheath, very green with large historic houses which, although technically located in Lewisham Town Hall, is easily reached from the center of Greenwich.
Greenwich is a historically important district that hosts many tourist attractions: the Cutty Sark, the National Maritime Museum, the Old Royal Naval College and the Greenwich Observatory. All of these places are often used to promote tourism in London and Old Naval College is often used for filming.
Despite being close to central London and thanks to the large park and the proximity to the river, it feels like it is very far from the hustle and bustle of the city. Very busy, especially in summer when both tourists and Londoners take advantage of the good weather and long days to enjoy the park and walk along the river. Throughout the year, however, the central market attracts visitors with the intent of grabbing souvenirs, local art or a quick meal. Outside the center, the town hall still offers various attractions.
Background
Greenwich has been inhabited since Roman times even though it was only a small fishing village. In the Middle Ages the rulers visited the area to hunt residing in a lodge built specifically since the fourteenth century, under the reign of Edward I. In 1447 the Palace of Placentia was built, surrounded by the Royal Park which was where the Royal is today. Naval College. Of great historical importance, because it was the birthplace of Henry VIII and his two daughters Maria I and Elizabeth I. The palace played a fundamental role in the life of the Tudor monarchs: for Henry VIII it became the main seat in London and was also the place where Elizabeth he planned the campaign against the Spanish army in 1588. The presence of the palace led Greenwich to be chosen as the location to build the Royal Observatory leading to the establishment of Greenwich Mean Time, used as an international reference.
After the civil war the palace fell into disrepair and was demolished with the aim of rebuilding a new grand palace. The reconstruction plans were only partially realized and were eventually incorporated into the construction project for a hospital, the Royal Naval Hospital which later became the Royal Naval College between 1873 and 1998. The university, developments and navigation improvements developed at the Royal Observatory and the secure anchorage position on the river have contributed to the naval heritage of the area. In recognition the National Maritime Museum was opened in 1937 and the famous vessel Cutty Sark was docked in Greenwich, as a museum, in 1954.
During the industrial revolution Greenwich was located in the heart of the London harbor and large areas of Greenwich Town Hall that were located along the river, outside the center, were occupied for industrial use; many factories and warehouses lined the banks of the Thames. These old industrial areas have been redeveloped although in parts of the Greenwich Peninsula there are still many abandoned industrial buildings. Part of this area was then chosen for the construction of the Millennium Dome (today O2 Arena) which hosted great shows for the celebration of the beginning of the third millennium.
During Queen Elizabeth II's Diamond Jubilee celebrations in 2012, it was announced that Greenwich Town Hall would be gaining Royal Town Hall status, recognizing its historical significance and connection to the royal family. In the same year, Greenwich was one of the areas used for the Olympic and Paralympic Games, where basketball and gymnastics competitions were hosted in the O2 Arena, while equestrian competitions and the modern pentathlon were held in the Royal Park.
How to orient yourself
Royal Greenwich Town Hall: full screen map.How to get
Greenwich is located 5 1/2 miles from central London on the south bank of the River Thames. Due to traffic it is advisable not to use a car but there are still other ways to get here using public transport.
The best way to access the Greenwich city center is by using the DLR subway, the National Rail train or the riverboat service. Visitors who want to head to Blackheath they have to take the National Rail train. Visitors who want to see the peninsula must choose the tube.
Many companies operate river sightseeing routes that depart from central London docks, such as Westminster Bridge, Millennium Wheel and Tower of London, heading to Greenwich Pier which is adjacent to the city center and within walking distance of major attractions.
The commuter service of Thames Clippers it offers a service that is not too frequent even if it is the fastest and the cheapest option.
By subway
| Metro lines that pass through Greenwich |
| Westminster ← East End of London ← | OR  IS | → East London → Terminus |
| City of London ← East End of London ← Lewisham side ← | No.  S. | → Lewisham side → Southwark and Lewisham Town Halls → Terminus |
| City of London ← East London ← Woolwich side ← | OR IS | → Woolwich side → Terminus |
The Jubilee tube line serves North Greenwich station used mostly by those heading to the O2 Arena on the Greenwich Peninsula. This station is 20 minutes by bus from the city center (line 188). From here you can also walk along the Thames Path pedestrian path to Greenwich City Center, taking approximately 45 minutes.
The Docklands Light Railway (DLR) automated subway service departs from both Tower Gateway and Bank terminus. You have to take the direction of Lewisham and get off at the station Cutty Sark for Maritime Greenwich which is located in the urban center. There are no drivers on these trains and much of the route is elevated, giving fantastic views over the city.
On the train
For Greenwich city center
Greenwich National Rail station is the closest to the city center, about a ten minute walk. The service is fast coming from central London, taking around 8 minutes.
During the week there are 4 trains per hour from Cannon Street Station. The intermediate stops are London Bridge and Deptford. The service is operated by Southern Railway. From Luton Airport there are 2 trains per hour, passing through central London, stopping at many stations, including St. Pancras International, Farringdon, City Thameslink, Blackfriars, London Bridge and Deptford. The service is operated by Thameslink.
On weekends the service is less frequent with a good chance of cancellation due to renovations, so it is advisable to check the website in advance National Rail or by asking the station staff.
For Blackheath
National Rail service is the best way to get to Blackheath. During the week there are 4 trains per hour in both directions serving Charing Cross station, stopping at Waterloo East, London Bridge and Lewisham. Operated by Souhern Railway.
| Streets passing by Royal Greenwich Town Hall |
| City of London ← Southwark and Lewisham Town Halls ← | NO  SELF | → Bexleyheath → Dartford |
How to get around
Many tourists primarily visit Greenwich City Center, where all attractions are within walking distance of Cutty Sark DLR Stations, Maritime Greenwich, and Greenwich Pier. Note that the Royal Observatory is located on a steep hill.
For areas outside the center it is recommended to use the bus or train.
What see
The use of a meridian line to identify where you are in the world and help with navigation dates back to the ancient Greeks, the year 276 BC. In the following millennia, various meridians were used as a reference, as each country had its own. In 1851, Royal Astronomer Sir George Airy instituted a new meridian that passed through the Royal Observatory which was adopted as the prime meridian of Great Britain. Thanks to its strong dominance in world trade, in 1884 about two thirds of ships used it as a reference point on maps and diagrams, leading to it being voted as a world standard at the International Meridian Conference that same year.
From this point the western and eastern hemisphere converge, which means that standing on the line you are on both hemispheres! The brass demarcation mark lying on the ground as a reference for the Prime Meridian is today 102 meters west of the Prime Meridian used by satellites to determine GPS location.
See the Meridian Line for freeIf you don't want to pay to see the meridian line inside the Royal Observatory, there is a silver plaque and markers just outside the lower part of Greenwich Park, at the intersection of Park Vista and Feathers Place.
Greenwich city center is home to many tourist attractions. The combination of Greenwich Park, the Royal Observatory, the Queen House and the Royal Naval College make up the Maritime Greenwich, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Outside of this main area, however, there are other attractions throughout the city hall.
Maritime Greenwich
- 1 The Cutty Sark, King William Walk (Adjacent to Greenwich Pier), ☎ 44 20 8858 3445.
£13.50. 
Mon-Sun 10 am-5pm, closed December 24-26. A merchant vessel for the transport of tea and wool built in 1869, which has gone down in history for being the first to cross the northern part of Australia. Damaged by a fire on 21 May 2017 even though much of the structure had already been removed following a renovation project that had been going on since 2006. Reopened to the public in 2012 with important changes, including that of having raised the boat so that visitors can walk under it. 
- 2 The Fan Museum, 12 Croom's Hill, SE10 8ER (DLR: Cutty Sark / Greenwich), ☎ 44 20 8305 1441, @[email protected]. adults £ 4, children £ 3 (7-16 years). Tue-Sat 11: 00-17: 00; Sun 12: 00-17: 00. The largest fan museum in the world.
- 3 Greenwich Park. Free. Mon-Sun 06: 00-sunset. Situated on a hill rising from Greenwich city center, the park offers spectacular views from the hilltop towards the river, Docklands and the City of London. Historic buildings are also located here, including the Royal Observatory, Old Royal Naval College, the National Maritime Museum and the Queen's House.
- 4 The National Maritime Museum, Romney Road, SE10 9NF (DLR: Cutty Sark), ☎ 44 20 8858 4422. Free. Mon-Sun 10 am-5pm, closed Dec 24-26. It contains the national collection of maritime artifacts, although there are no entire boats. One of the buildings houses the Queen House, built by Inigo Jones as the first Palladian building in England.
- 5 Greenwich Observatory (The Royal Observatory), Flamsteed House (In the middle of Greenwich Park), ☎ 44 20 8858 4422. Free admission to the observatory, £ 15 for entry to the Meridian Line and Flamsteed House. Planetarium exhibition £ 8. Mon-Sun 10 am-5pm, closed Dec 24-26. Home of Greenwich Mean Time and the Prime Meridian line, it is one of the most important scientific / historical buildings in the world. Founded by Charles II in 1675 and is the starting point for every new day, year or millennium. Today it is a separate part from the National Maritime Museum, housing an impressive exhibit and a newly built planetarium. There are various exhibits about the stars every day that are worth seeing as they are the only displays of the celestial mantle after the London Planetarium has been converted into the Madame Tussauds wax museum.
- 6 , Old Royal Naval College, 2 Cutty Sark Gardens, SE10 9NN, ☎ 44 20 8269 4747, fax: 44 20 8269 4757, @[email protected]. Free. The painting room and the Chapel, Mon-Sun 10 am-5pm, closed Dec 24-26. Built by Christopher Wren in 1694 as a hospital for sailors and industry workers and for the improvement of navigation. Converted into the Royal Naval College in 1869 and recently the University of Greenwich and Trinity College of Music took up residence here. Known for the Painted Hall with elaborate ceilings and paintings painted by Sir James Thornhill between 1707 and 1726.
£13.50. 
Mon-Sun 10 am-5pm, closed December 24-26. A merchant vessel for the transport of tea and wool built in 1869, which has gone down in history for being the first to cross the northern part of Australia. Damaged by a fire on 21 May 2017 even though much of the structure had already been removed following a renovation project that had been going on since 2006. Reopened to the public in 2012 with important changes, including that of having raised the boat so that visitors can walk under it.
Blackheath
- 7 Ranger's House, Chesterfield Walk, SE10 8QX, ☎ 44 20 8294 2548. adults £ 6.70, children £ 4.00, concessions £ 6.00. A large collection of ceramics.
North Greenwich
- 8 Emirates Aviation Experience, Edmund Halley Way, SE10 0FR (Next to the Emirates Airline terminal on the Greenwich Peninsula), ☎ 44 20 3440 7021 (Mon-Fri), 44 20 3475 8299 (Sat-Sun), @[email protected]. Winter 10: 00-18: 00, summer 10: 00-19: 00. For families and aviation enthusiasts, Emtirates has created an interactive exhibit on how its A380 aircraft work. The more expensive tickets allow 4 people to experience a flight simulator in a cubicle of an A380 or B777. Inside there is also a café and a souvenir shop.
- 9 Greenwich Peninsula Ecological Park (Greenwich Peninsula Ecology Park), The Ecology Park Gatehouse, Thames Path, John Harrison Way, London SE10 0QZ (15 minutes walk from North Greenwich station), ☎ 44 208 293 1904. Free. Wed-Sun 10: 00-17: 00. A hidden green space and wildlife refuge in the middle of Greenwich. In summer it is very lively, with the presence of many insects and birds.
More distant
- 10 Eltham Palace (Eltham Palace), Court Yard, Eltham, SE9 5QE, ☎ 44 20 8294 2548. adults £ 6.20, children £ 3.70, concessions £ 5.60. One of the most beautiful Art Deco buildings in London, built and owned by the Courtaulds family, famous for textiles. Managed by the English Heritage association.
- 11 Charlton House, Charlton House, Charlton Road, London SE7 8RE (near Charlton Railway Station (trains from Greenwich)), ☎ 44 20 8856 3951, @[email protected]. Mon-Fri 09: 00-22: 00; Sat 09: 00-17: 00 (closed on holidays). Completed in 1612, this is the finest Jacobean mansion in London.
- 12 The Valley Stadium (The Valley (Charlton Athletic FC)), The Valley, Floyd Road, London SE7 8BL (near Charlton Railway Station (trains from Greenwich)), ☎ 44 20 8333 4000. Charlton Athletics matches can be seen here during the championship. In genese you can buy tickets at the cash desk even if you can book them. Perhaps the best way to avoid the tourists and spend a good afternoon with local fans.
- 13 Sevendroog Castle (Sevendroog Castle), Castle Wood, Shooters Hill, London SE18 3RT, ☎ 44 800 689 1796. Adults £ 3; children £ 2.50. Thu-Sat 12: 30-16: 30 (Nov-Mar 11: 00-15: 00). An 18th century folly built by the widow as a memorial to Sir William James. You can climb the 86 steps up to the castle for fantastic views over seven different boroughs.
What to do
Organized trips
- 1 Guided tours of Greenwich Heritage and the Meridian (Greenwich Heritage and Meridian Tours). Operated by the Greenwich Tour Guides Association. The walking tours take place twice a day (every day except Dec 24-26, Jan 1 and the day of the London Marathon). There is no need to book, you can buy tickets on the same day at the meeting point located at the Discover Greenwich Tourist Information Center. They organize two different paths: the The Meridian Tour (12:00) which also includes a scenic walk to the top of the hill of Greenwich Park even if it does not pass by the tourist attractions; the The Greenwich Highlights Tour (14:15) which does not go up the hill but passes by the Royal Naval College chapel.
- 2 Greenwich Royal guided tours (Greenwich Royal Tours) (Meeting point outside the Greenwich Visitors Center), ☎ 44 800 180 4565, @[email protected]. They organize in-depth tours, including: Greenwich Day Tour, Greenwich Highlights Half Day Tour, Greenwich Food Tour and National Maritime Museum Tour. Tickets must be booked in advance and depart outside the Greenwich Visitors Center. Lunches in pubs are usually included in the price, as are entrance fees to tourist attractions.
- Greenwich Bus sightseeing tours (Greenwich Bus Tours), ☎ 44 20 8317 3817, @[email protected]. A wide selection of bus tour tickets including some destinations outside Greenwich city center that are generally more difficult to reach.
- 3 Guided tours of the Meantime brewery (Meantime Brewery Tours), Unit 4-5 Lawrence Trading Estate, Blackwall Lane SE10 0AR (take bus 188 from central Greenwich or North Greenwich station and get off at 'Tunnel Avenue'), ☎ 44 20 8293 1111. £ 20- £ 25 each. Mon-Fri 12: 00-23: 00; Sat 10: 00-23: 00; Sun 10: 00-18: 00. Since it opened in Greenwich in 2000, Meantime beers have spread across the country. To this day they are still produced in Greenwich and the guided tours also include a tasting session. A bar and shop are set up to continue the tasting experience after the visit ends.
Concerts and entertainment
- 4 The O2, Peninsula Square, SE10 0DX (tube stop: North Greenwich), ☎ 44 20 8463 2000, @[email protected]. 09:00-01:00. Once known as the "Millennium Dome" it has been transformed into an entertainment complex which consists of a large arena hosting major concerts, a cinema with the largest screen in all of England, and many bars and restaurants. Tickets can also be bought in advance to go up to the roof of the cathedral to enjoy fantastic views. For those who go to see the concerts, they must keep in mind that the restaurants close before the end, so the choice for dining after encores is rather poor; the only one that remains open is the sandwich shop "the five guys".
- Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance, ☎ 44 20 8305 4444. Internationally renowned school of music and dance located within the Old Royal Naval College and also based in Deptford Creek. They organize dance performances and concerts, many of which are free.
- 5 St. Alfege Church, Greenwich Church Street, SE10 9BJ (tube stop: Cutty Sark), ☎ 44 20 8853 0687. Beautiful Baroque church designed by Nicholas Hawksmoor (and rumored to have connections with occultists, Freemason and company). They organize classical music and organ concerts. The Christmas choir is great.
Cinema and theater
- 6 Greenwich Picturehouse, 180 Greenwich High Road, SE10 8NN (tube stop: Cutty Sark / Greenwich), ☎ 44 871 902 5732. It tends to show more sought-after movies.
- 7 Odeon, Bugsby Way, SE10 0QJ. The large multiplex has 18 screens although it is a little out of the way.
- 8 Greenwich Theater, Croom's Hill, SE10 8ES (tube stop: Cutty Sark / Greenwich), ☎ 44 20 8858 7755, @[email protected].
- 9 Up The Creek Comedy Club, 302 Creek Road, Greenwich, London SE10 9SW (near the Cutty Sark DLR stop), ☎ 44 20 8858 4581. Comedy club that puts on excellent comedy shows and concerts.
Seasonal activities
- 10 Blackheath Heath fireworks display (Blackheath Heath Fireworks Display), ☎ 44 20 8314 7321, @[email protected]. Free. Every 5th November, for Guy Fawkes night, Lewisham Town Hall puts on a fireworks show. Crowds of over 100,000 people have gathered in recent years, so it's recommended that you arrive early to secure your spot. The park also hosts fairs and circuses throughout the year.
- 11 Greenwich Tall Ships Festival (Sail Royal Greenwich). Annual festival held in early July. Tall sailboats sail down the Thames from Woolwich, and Greenwich City Center is a great viewing spot. Each evening the festival ends with a fireworks display over the river. Tickets can be purchased which also include a ride aboard one of the boats.
Activities
- 12 NG1 Golf, 265 Tunnel Avenue, London, SE10 0QE (close to the river, a short walk from Greenwich station), ☎ 844 549 9911. £ 12 for 120 balls. Mon-Sat 08: 00-23: 00; Sun 08: 00-21: 00. Urban path with the spectacular backdrop of Canary Wharf. Restaurant and bar inside. After 18:00 only those who are of legal age can enter.
- 13 Bunker 51 laser tag and paintball, 3 Herringham Road, London SE7 8NJ (the simplest option is to take a taxi from Greenwich City Center or North Greenwich Station), ☎ 44 330 333 8085. discounted tickets Mon and Tue. Discounts for under 16s and students. Mon-Sun 09: 00-22: 00. You let off steam for a couple of hours with laser guns or paint in a Cold War themed bunker in the Greenwich industrial area. Great for kids (or kids inside). Close to the Thames dam (which avoids flooding in the city) for which a visit after the battle is recommended.
- 14 Walk along the path on the River Thames Path (between Cutty Sark and the Thames Barrier). Greenwich is home to the last 4 miles (6.4 km) of the 184-mile Thames Path, organized by the National Trails association. From the Cutty Sark, the route follows the river along the Greenwich Peninsula and ends at the Thames Barrier Dam. The route offers panoramic views of Canary Wharf and passes the Old Royal Naval College, the O2 Arena and Greenwich Peninsula Ecology Park, as well as various pubs to eat and drink. L'End pointThe end point at the "Thames Barrier" dam has a facility information center and a café (open 11: 00-15: 30 and closed Mon-Wed). To return to North Greenwich station take bus 472 or 161 with a 10 minute walk. 117 or 118 return to Greenwich city center.
Shopping
Greenwich Market
Greenwich Market is actually made up of various markets very close to each other:
- Greenwich Arts and Crafts Market (Greenwich Arts and Crafts Market) (outside the College Approach). Covered market which also sells food, which has many interesting little shops.
- Flea market (The Flea Market), Thames Street (Easy to miss as it is tucked away on a back street).
- 1 Antiques market (Greenwich Clocktower Market), Greenwich High Road. The name is a bit misleading, but there are many books, music, clothes and jewelry.
- 2 Central market (The Central Market), Stockwell Street. The largest part of the market that sells home decor, furniture and books.
How to have fun
Drinking
Many of Greenwich's pubs have been bought and refurbished by the American company Inc Group [1] which worries the locals who lack the old places today, as well as having a reputation for poor service. The further you get from the center, the better pubs you will find.
Pub
- 1 The Cutty Sark, 4-6 Ballast Quay, Greenwich, SE10 9PD, ☎ 44 20 8858 3146, @[email protected]. Mon-Sat 11: 30-23: 00; Sun 12: 00-22: 30. Great pub built during the Georgian period. The best time to go is on summer evenings where you can sit outside and enjoy the sunset in the west. Very popular.
- 2 The Greenwich Union on Royal Hill, 56 Royal Hill, Greenwich, SE10 8RT, ☎ 44 20 8692 6258, @[email protected]. Owned by the Meantime Brewery, based in nearby Charlton, and only serves a selection of their products.
- 3 The Lost Hour, 217-219 Greenwich High Road, SE10 8NB (2 minutes from Greenwich station and 5 minutes from Cutty Sark DLR station), ☎ 44 20 8269 1411, @[email protected]. Mon-Thu 10: 00-23: 00; Fri-Sat 10: 00-13: 00; Sun 10: 00-23: 00. Nice "beach" themed bar, spread over two floors. One of the few pubs that shows live sports on various screens. There are also video games available on the ground floor. Decent priced food (burgers, sandwiches etc) and a large selection of various beers and drinks.
- 4 The Plume of Feathers, 19 Park Vista, SE10 9LZ (Just outside Greenwich Park), ☎ 44 20 8858 1661, @[email protected]. Mon-Thu 12: 00-23: 00; Fri-Sat 11: 00-00: 00; Sun 12: 00-23: 00. A curious drinking spot almost on the prime meridian, with a variety of Ale beers and located outside the hustle and bustle of Greenwich. Very good food at moderate prices. Try the mixed dish for 4 people.
- 5 Richard I., 52-54 Royal Hill, Greenwich, SE10 8RT (Next to The Greenwich Union on Royal Hill), ☎ 44 20 8692 2996, @[email protected]. Mon-Thu 12: 00-23: 00; Fri-Sat 12: 00-00: 00; Sun 12: 00-22: 30. Owned by Young's Brewery which produces and sells Ale beers. In the back there is a good garden and on Sundays they prepare a good roast. On Tuesdays they organize the quiz.
- 6 The Trafalgar Tavern, Park Row, East Greenwich, SE10 9NW, ☎ 44 20 3887 9886, @[email protected]. Owned by Greenwich Inc. Beautiful pub but always too full, too bright and since they have set up so many bench tables along the riverside path it has become less pleasant to sit outside. The service can be abrupt.
- 7 Ye Olde Rose and Crown (Rose and Crown), 1 Crooms Hill, Greenwich, SE10 8ER (n next to the Greenwich Theater.), ☎ 44 20 8293 1898. Mon-Thu 12: 00-23: 00; Fri-Sat 12: 00-00: 00; Sun 12: 00-22: 30. Nice little bar off the main routes and close to Greenwich Park. As a typical English pub, it serves quality food and a wide variety of drinks (Ale, lager, wine, spirits and tea). Good music selection and nice staff.
- 8 The Pelton Arms, Pelton Road, SE10 9PQ, ☎ 44 20 8858 0572, @[email protected]. Mon 15: 00-00: 00; Tue-Thu 12: 00-00: 00; Fri-Sat 12: 00-01: 00; Sun 12: 00-23: 00. Small neighborhood pub that organizes live music nights and other events. Great choice if you want to drink with locals rather than tourists.
- 9 The Sail Loft, 11 Victoria Parade, SE10 9FR (A few minutes walk from the Cutty Sark), ☎ 44 20 8222 9310, @[email protected]. Mon-Sat 10: 00-23: 00; Sun 10: 00-22: 30. Run by Fuller's Brewery, located on the river with few outside seating. In summer all the doors are open and you have the feeling of drinking on the river.
- 10 The Gipsy Moth, 60 Greenwich Church Street, SE10 9BL (Next to the Cutty Sark), ☎ 44 20 8858 0786. Sun-Thu 12: 00-23: 00; Fri-Sat 12: 00-00: 00. Grade I listed pub near the Cutty Sark. A large outdoor seating area even if it is too busy with tourists.
Cafe
- 11 Davy's Wine Vaults, 161-165 Greenwich High Road, SE10 8JA (Next to Greenwich station), ☎ 44 020 8858 9147, @[email protected]. Mon-Fri 12: 00-23: 00; Sat 09: 00-23: 00; Sun 09: 00-22: 00. Winery furnished with wood paneled walls with a very relaxed atmosphere. The offer exceeds over 100 wines and they prepare English dishes with seasonal ingredients. Outdoor seating area.
- 12 Oliver's Jazz Bar, 9 Nevada Street, SE10 9JL (Close to the main entrance to Greenwich Park), ☎ 44 20 8858 3693. Sun-Thu 16: 00-00: 00; Fri-Sat 16: 00-02: 00. Jazz bar with live music, small and cozy. The old and quirky décor makes the setting very fun.
Where to eat
Greenwich has various restaurants to suit every budget.
Greenwich city center
Greenwich City Center has different types of restaurants at various prices. Around the Cutty Sark you can find the usual chains.
- 1 The Kings Arms, 16 King William Walk, East Greenwich, SE10 9JH (on the road from downtown to Greenwich Park), ☎ 44 20 8858 4544. £5-8. Mon-Sun 11: 00-23: 00. It is well located for tourist attractions and offers good pub food.
- 2 The Mogul Tandoori, 10 Greenwich Church Street, SE10 9BJ (on the outside of the market), ☎ 44 20 8858 6790. They prepare excellent Nepali dishes and North Indian cuisine, in an unusual position if you sit on the basement level below street level.
- 3 Tai Won Mein noodle houses, 39 Greenwich Church Street, Greenwich, SE10 9BL (close to Cutty Sark DLR station). Mon-Sun 11: 30-23: 00. It offers Chinese cuisine at low prices and can only be paid for with cash. On the same price range, there are also close Noodle Time is Saigon.
- 4 Old Brewery, The Pepys Building, The Old Royal Naval College, SE10 9LW (close to the Cutty Sark), ☎ 44 20 3437 2222, @[email protected]. Mon-Sat 10: 00-23: 00; Sun 10: 00-22: 30. Part of the growing Meantime Brewery empire with a huge inner courtyard, great for summer. It is located in the same building as the information center and is perhaps more popular with tourists than locals. Cafe, pub and restaurant serving decent and slightly expensive food, plus a variety of Meantime beers. Service is a little slow when full.
- 5 Greenwich Market Food Court, 5B Greenwich Market, SE10 9HZ (2 minutes from the DLR Cutty Sark), ☎ 44 20 8269 5096, @[email protected]. Mon-Sun 10: 00-17: 30. The Greenwich Market Outer Court is dedicated to food. There are dozens of food stalls from around the world. Seating is limited, so it's best to eat in nearby Greenwich Park or by the river.
- 6 Buenos Aires Cafe, 15 Nelson Road, SE10 9JB (opposite Greenwich Market), ☎ 44 20 8858 9172, @[email protected]. Mon-Thu 10: 00-22: 00; Fri-Sat 09: 00-22: 00. Argentine restaurant serving Spanish-inspired steaks and dishes. In the back there is an orange grove and a garden.
- 7 Rivington Greenwich, 178 Greenwich High Road, SE10 8NN, ☎ 44 20 8293 9270. Mon-Thu 12: 00-22: 00; Fri 12: 00-23: 00; Sat 10: 00-23: 00; Sun 10: 00-22: 00. English recipes with seasonal ingredients. Next to the Greenwich Picture House cinema.
- 8 Goddards at Greenwich, 22 King William Walk, SE10 9HU (Adjacent to Greenwich Market), ☎ 44 20 8305 9612, @[email protected]. Sun-Thu 10: 00-19: 30; Fri-Sat 10 am-8pm. Open since 1890 it is the most famous restaurant in London for the "Pie and mash", handmade every day. It seems that footballer David Beckham is passionate and sometimes comes to eat there.
Outside Greenwich city center
- 9 Blue Nile, 73 Woolwich New Road, SE18 6ED (Woolwich Arsenal station), ☎ 44 20 8855 0369. Eritrean-Italian café and restaurant.
- 10 Zaibatsu, 96 Trafalgar Road, SE10 9UW (Maze Hill station or you can walk from the center of Greenwich), ☎ 44 20 8858 9317, @[email protected]. Tue-Sun 12: 00-23: 00. Japanese fusion restaurant. The food is better than the decor and you can bring the alcohol from outside.
- 11 Yak & Yeti Restaurants (Yak & Yeti), 86 Eltham High Street, Eltham, SE9 1BW, ☎ 44 2088 591 832. £. Mon-Thu 17: 00-23; Fri 17: 00-23: 30; Sat 12: 00-23: 30; Sun 12: 00-23: 00. Indian restaurant
- 12 The Ivy Cafe Blackheath, 43-45 Montpelier Vale, Blackheath, SE3 0TJ (close to Blackheath station), ☎ 44 20 3940 1010. Classic English recipes, great for brunch, afternoon tea or dinner. Si consiglia di prenotare in ancticipo.
- 13 The Golden Chippy, 62 Greenwich High Road, SE10 8LF (una camminata di 5 minuti dalla stazione di Greenwich o di 15 dal centro), ☎ 44 20 8692 4333. Mon-Sat 11: 00-23: 00; Sun 12: 00-23: 00. Negozio di "fish and chips".
- 14 Street Feast - Public (Woolwich), Plumstead Road, Woolwich, London SE18 7BZ. Ven-Sab 17:00. Mercato al coperto con soffitto arcobaleno, tavoli da biliardo e zona in cui si può sedere.
Where stay
Come alternativa agli alberghi, i servizi di pernottamento nelle case come Airbnb e CouchSurfing, offrono una prospettiva differente per visitare Greenwich. Ci sono molte opzioni disponibili, compresi appartamenti con viste spettacolari sul fiume e su Canary Wharf. Da case georgiane a studi in magazzini ristrutturati. La varietà e la vasta offerta di case o appartamenti da ai visitatori un'alternativa rinfrescante rispetto agli alberghi tutti uguali in giro per la città.
Greenwich ha una buona varietà di opzioni per soggiornare, per tutte le tasche. Oltre ad accontentare coloro che arrivano specificamente per visitare Greenwich, gli alberghi e gli ostelli di zona sono più economici e più tranquilli per i viaggiatori che vogliono fare base a Londra e non amano la confusione del centro. Greenwich è un posto tranquillo dove soggiornare con molti buoni posti dove mangiare e bere oltre ad essere ben connessa col centro.
Moli visitatori qui tendono a stare nel centro urbano di Greenwich anche se ci sono posti a Blackheath e sulla penisola. Più lontano invece è più difficile trovare alberghi.
Moderate prices
- 1 St Christopher's Inn, 189 Greenwich High Road, SE10 8JA (Vicino alla stazione di Greenwich), ☎ 44 208 858 3591, @[email protected]. letto in dormitorio da £11.50, stanza doppia privata da £38. Check in: 14:00, check-out: 22:00. Albergo molto frequentato sopra il bar Belushi's (frequentatissimo dagli studenti). Vicinissimo alla stazione di Greenwich fornisce collegamenti veloci col centro di Londra. I dormitori hanno 6/12 letti, e non sono misti. Ci sono anche stanze private disponibili. Internet Wi-Fi disponibile, colazione continentale, gite organizzate a piedi gratuite e sconto del 25% sul cibo e sulle bevande al bar dell'ostello.
- 2 Venture Hostel (previously Journeys West Hostel), 86 Tanners Hill, Deptford Road, Lewisham, SE8 4PN (Vicino alla stazione DLR Deptford Bridge e a 15 minuti a piedi dal centro urbano di Greenwich), ☎ 44 20 8692 6219, @[email protected]. letto in dormitorio £10.99-22.99. Check in: 14:00, check-out: 11:00. Ostello luminoso e moderno sopra un pub molto frequentato. Dormitori misti da 3 ai 12 letti con anche dormitori per sole donne. Il prezzo include internet Wi-Fi e la colazione.
Average prices
- 3 De Vere Devonport House, King William Walk, Greenwich, SE10 9JW (Nel centro della Greenwich Marittima), ☎ 44 20 8269 5400, @[email protected]. Da £89. Grande albergo in stile georgiano con 93 stanze. Situato accanto al Maritime World Heritage. Specializzato nell'accoglienza di eventi aziendali e seminari.
- 4 Hotel Ibis Greenwich, 30 Stockwell Street, SE10 9JN, ☎ 44 20 8305 1177. From £67. Albergo Ibis tipico, uguale a tutti gli altri, per niente costoso.
- 5 The Pilot Inn, 68 River Way, SE10 0BE (Nella penisola di Greenwich, a 10 minuti a piedi dall'O2 e dalla stazione di North Greenwich). From £ 79. Pub aperto da 200 anni di proprietà della birreria Fuller's con 5 stanze al piano superiore a prezzi decenti.
- 6 Premier Inn, 43-81 Greenwich High Road (A 2 minuti dalla stazione di Greenwich e a 10 minuti dal centro urbano di Greenwich). da £60. Catena molto frequentata, vicino a Greenwich e ben collegato col centro di Londra.
- 7 Novotel, 173-185 Greenwich High Road, London SE10 8JA, ☎ 44 20 7660 0682. Da £80. Catena di alberghi a 4 stelle accanto alla stazione di Greenwich che offre facili collegamenti col centro città.
High prices
- 8 Onesixtwo, 162 Westcombe Hill, SE3 7DH (a 1 miglio dalla stazione di Blackheath), ☎ 44 020 8465 5444, @[email protected]. Guest house di lusso con stanze moderne e in stile situato tra Blackeheath e Greenwich. Lontano dalla confusione e dai trasporti pubblici ma in un'area tranquilla lontano dalla zona turistica di Greenwich. Connessione internet Wi-Fi gratuita e colazione continentale.
- 9 Clarendon Hotel, 8–16 Montpelier Row, Blackheath, SE3 0RW (a 2 minuti dalla stazione di Blackheath), ☎ 44 20 8318-4321, @[email protected]. Da £100. Albergo 3 stelle in un bel edificio georgiano accanto al parco di Blackheath Green. I prezzi comprendono la colazione e connessione internet Wi-Fi.
- 10 The Mitre, 291 Greenwich High Road, SE10 8NA, ☎ 44 20 8293-0037, @[email protected]. Da £120. Pub storico vicino al cuore di Greenwich con 14 stanze al piano superiore. Connessione internet Wi-Fi gratuita e colazione continentale a buffet.
How to keep in touch
Safety
Si spera che non ci sia bisogno di utilizzare i servizi medici o di aver bisogno della polizia, ma in caso di emergenza si deve chiamare il 999 (numero verde) da qualsiasi cabina telefonica o cellulare.
Police
La stazione di polizia più vicina al centro urbano di Greenwich e Blackheat si trova a Lewisham ed ha un accoglienza aperta 24 ore. I crimini senza urgenza (quelli che non stanno accadendo sul momento, come ad esempio un'auto rubata, furto o danni a proprietà) vanno riportati chiamando il numero 101.
- 1 Lewisham Police Station, 43 Lewisham High Street, SE13 5JZ (Si prende la DLR verso Lewisham). 24hr.
Servizi medici
A seconda della nazionalità, dello stato d'immigrazione e la natura del trattamento, le cure mediche con il servizio pubblico nazionale NHS (National Health Service) potrebbe essere gratuito o a pagamento (da pagare in anticipo). Il servizio di emergenza è sempre gratuito al momento in cui si utilizza, ma potrebbe esserci il bisogno di doverlo pagare in seguito. Per non emergenze, si può chiamare il 111 per parlare con un consigliere medico.
Per trattamenti d'emergenza l'ospedale universitario University Hospital Lewisham è quello più vicino.
- 2 University Hospital Lewisham, Lewisham High Street, London, SE13 6LH (Si prende la DLR verso la stazione di Lewisham per poi prendere l'autobus 136, 199 o 75 in direzione Lewisham Hospital), ☎ 44 20 8333 3000. 24hr.
Per trattamenti non d'emergenza, si può vedere un dottore o un infermiere in un ambultario di pratiche generiche (GP surgery). Si deve prenotare un appuntamento in anticipo anche se hanno un numero di posti disponibili per le emergenze giornaliere; in quaeto caso si deve andare all'orario di apertura altrimenti non se ne trovano.
- 3 Burney Street Medical Practice, 48 Burney Street, London, SE10 8EX (A pochi minuti a piedi dalla fermata DLR Cutty Sark), ☎ 44 20 8858 0631. Lun-Ven 08:00-18:30, chiuso festivi e feste comandate.
Post office
- 4 Post Office, 261-267 Greenwich High Road, SE10 8NE (a 5 minuti dalla stazione DLR Cutty Sark, di fronte alla biblioteca West Greenwich Library), ☎ 44 345 722 3344. Lun-Sab08:00-17:30. Ufficio postale che offre tutti i servizi filatelici e con un piccolo negozio di cancelleria. Questo ufficio offre anche servizio di cambio valuta e una bancomat 24h. Qui si possono comprare anche i biglietti per i pulmann National Express.
Telephony
Essendo a Londra, la copertura telefonica è buona in tutta Greenwich e le cabine telefoniche tradizionali mostrano la loro rossa presenza in tutto il centro urbano.
Internet
La gran parte dei pub, dei bar e dei ristoranti offrono connessione internet Wi-Fi gratuita come anche i Musei Reali di zona (Cutty Sark, Royal Observatory, Queen's House and National Maritime Museum). In caso di bisogno si consiglia di dirigersi al National Maritime Museum che è a ingresso gratuito.
- 5 West Greenwich Library, 146 Greenwich High Road, West Greenwich, London SE10 8NN (A 5 minuti a piedi dalla fermata DLr Cutty Sark), ☎ 44 20 8858 4289. Lun 14:00-19:00; Mar 09:00-17:30; Gio 09;00-19:00; Ven 14:00-17:30; Sab 09:00-17:00. Biblioteca pubblica gratuita nel centro urbano di Greenwich. Internet Wi-Fi gratuita, così come i computer, che si possono utilizzare senza doversi registrare, basta chiedere al personale. Disponibilità di servizio stampe, 10p per pagina in BN, 25p per pagine a colori.
Useful information
- 6 Ufficio per le Informazioni Turistiche di Greenwich, Pepys House, 2 Cutty Sark Gardens, SE10 9LW, ☎ 44 870 608 2000 (costa molto dai cellulari), @[email protected]. Mon-Sun 10 am-5pm. Lo stesso edificiio ospita una mostra permanente sulla storia della Greenwich Marittima.
Palestre
Nonostante la grande presenza di palestre a Greenwich, molte richiedono un abbonamento per essere utilizzate ed alcune non hanno il personale con cui poter parlare per un uso singolo. Gran parte di queste comunque offrono un mese di prova gratuito, quindi coloro che vogliono allenarsi più di una volta durante il soggiorno potrebbero considerare quest'opzione per poi cancellare l'abbonamento quando se ne vanno. Le palestre che offrono utilizzo singolo sono:
- 7 The Greenwich Centre, 12 Lambarde Square, SE10 9HB (Si prende l'autobus 188 dal centro urbano di Greenwich). £5 per il pass di un giorno. Lun-Ven 06:00-22:00; Sab-Dom 08:00-20:00. centro per il tempo libero gestito da una società di opere pie. Offre palestra, piscina e lezioni di ginnastiche varie. I pass possono essere di vari giorni: 1, 5, 7, 14, 30.
Lavanderie
- 8 Soma Dry Cleaners, 237 Greenwich High Road, SE10 8NB (Nel centro urbano di Greenwich), ☎ 44 20 8858 5035. Lun, Mar, Ven, Sab 08:00-18:00; Mer 08:00-19:00; Gio 08:00-13:00. Lavanderia a secco servizio pulizie e riparazione camicie.
- 9 Vina Launderette & Dry Cleaners, 92 Royal Hill, SE10 8RT (A 5 minuti a piedi dalla stazioen di Greenwich), ☎ 44 20 8691 0711. Lun-Ven 07:00-19:00; Sab-Dom 08:00-19:00. Servizio veloce in 2 ore, lavaggio a secco e ad acqua. Offre anche servizio di raccolta e riconsegna.
- 10 Greenwich Launderette, 174 Trafalgar Road, SE10 9TZ (Dal centro urbano di Greenwich si prende l'autobus 188 verso King William Lane), ☎ 44 20 8858 6937. Mon-Sun 08: 00-20: 00. Lavanderia automatica con lavatrici e asciugatrici.
Giornali locali
Il giornale locale è il mensile Greenwich Visitor che fornisce informazioni su quello che succede in zona. Si può prendere in tutti i grandi supermercati di Greenwich o nei chioschi fuori dalla stazione DLR Cutty Sark. Le edizioni passate sono consultabili sul sito web the Greenwich visitor website.
Altre fonti d'informazione per notizie ed eventi sono principalmente su internet:
- Greenwich Diary. Informa sugli eventi a venire e le attrazioni locali.
- News Shopper. Giornale online che copre la zona sud-est di Londra, con una sezione dedicata a Greenwich.
Pharmacies
Nel centro urbano di Greenwich, ci sono due catene di farmacie, che forniscono cosmetici e medicine da scaffale. Entrambe sono in una posizione comoda per i visitatori che hanno bisogno di comprare creme solari per stare più a lungo al parco in estate. Nessuno dei due negozi però ha un servizio farmacia completo per medicine da banco.
- 11 Boots, 51 Greenwich Church Street, SE10 9BL (Adiacente al Cutty Sark.), ☎ 44 20 8293 7147. Lun-Sab 09:00-18:00; Dom 10:00-17:00. Catena farmaceutica molto famosa con prodotti da bagno essenziali e di lusso oltre ad una grande selezione di medicine. Al suo interno si trova anche un chiosco per il servizio di stampa foto.
- 12 Superdrug, 3 Crescent Arcade, SE10 9EJ (Accanto alla stazione DLR Cutty Sark), ☎ 44 20 8858 4560. Lun-Ven 08:30-20:30, Sab 09:00-20:30; Sun 12: 00-18: 00. Catena di prodotti di bellezza e medicinali.
Servizi religiosi
- 13 [link not working]St Alfege's Church, 3 Greenwich Church Street, SE10 9BJ, ☎ 44 20 8853 0687, @[email protected]. Parrocchia anglicana nel centro di Greenwich. Messe corte durante la settimana e tre servizi la domenica.
- 14 Chiesa Romano-cattolica Nostra Signora Stella del Mare (Our Ladye Star of the Sea Roman Catholic Church), 68 Crooms Hill, SE10 8HG, ☎ 44 20 8858 0662. Chiesa romano-cattolica accanto al parco di Greenwich Park.
- 15 Centro Islamico di Greenwich (Greenwich Islamic Centre), 131 Plumstead Road, Plumstead, SE18 7DW (Si trova a Woolwich ad una breve camminata dalla stazione di Plumstead), ☎ 44 20 8855 0786, @[email protected]. La più grande moschea della sharia nel sud-est di Londra, situata in un moderno centro islamico. Può ospitare 3.200 persone, sia uomini che donne. Il sito web ha i dettagli degli orari di preghiera.
Prossime destinazioni
- Greenwich è vicina a Canary Wharf. La vasta collezione di grattacieli del distretto finanziario è una veduta prominente da Greenwich ed è a soli 10 minuti di DLR. Anche se è un distretto d'affari, ai turisti potrebbe piacer camminare alla base degli alti edifici oppure osservare le varie attività svolte durante la settimana. Il vicino West India Quay ospita il museo Museum of London Dockslands a ingresso gratuito che racconta la storia delle Docklands, compresa Greenwich.
- Dalla stazione di Greenwich partono due treni all'ora per il Kent - una delle "Home Counties", contee satelliti che confinano con la "Greater London". Conosciuto come il "giardino dell'Inghilterra" grazie alla sua paesaggio verde, la contea ospita varie attrazioni che potrebbero far parte di gite giornaliere fuori porta. I treni da Greenwich si fermano a Medway Towns da dove si può continuare il viaggio verso la propria destinazione.
- Dalla penisola di Greenwich si può prendere la funivia Emirates Air Line, il primo servizio funiviario di tutto il Regno Unito. Collega l'arena O2 col centro eventi ExCel Exhibition Centre situato nei Royal Victoria Docks, salendo di 90 metri per sorvolare il fiume Tamigi e regalando una vista spettacolare sulla città.
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