Royal Observatory Greenwich

Name: Royal Observatory Greenwich
Address: Greenwich Park, Greenwich, SE10 9NF, UK
Telephone: +44 (0)20 8312 6565

Greenwich

Royal Observatory Greenwich

Address: Greenwich Park, Greenwich

London

SE10 9NF
Telephone:: +44 (0)20 8312 6565
Email: [email protected]
Public transport:: DLR – Cutty Sark for Maritime Greenwich* By boat – from most central London piers)* Bus 53 from Oxford Circus stops at park gates. * 15 minute walk through park to Observatory.

About

The Royal Observatory Greenwich is the historic home of British astronomy, Greenwich Mean Time and the world-famous Meridian Line. Established in the 17th century by King Charles II and designed by Sir Christopher Wren, it was from here that the great scientists of the time precisely mapped the stars to help navigate at sea.

Stand aside the Meridian Line with one foot in the eastern hemisphere and one in the west. Marvel at the Great Equatorial Telescope, the UK's largest historic telescope which gave astronomers new views of the universe over 100 years ago and explore the rich history of the Royal Observatory with your complimentary audio guide. While you are here don't forget to check out the live moving view in the Camera Obscura and enjoy the best view of London.

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Facilities & Accessibility

Attraction Facilities: Audio commentary available; Gift shop
Booking Facilities: Coach parties accepted
Catering Facilities: Cafe; Outdoor dining / Beer garden
Payment Facilities: Group rates available

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Royal Observatory Greenwich

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