Royal Observatory

Royal Observatory

Greenwich
  • Cultural & Historical
  • 0-3 hours
  • Any time

Founded in 1675 by Charles II, the Royal Observatory sits atop a hill in Greenwich Park overlooking the River Thames, right on the Prime Meridian Line. No longer a scientific centre, it is a museum complete with a state-of-the-art planetarium, astronomy and time galleries and a education centre. Entrance to the Astronomy Centre is free while admission charges apply to the Meridian Line and Flamsteed House. 

1 person has been there

View deals

The observatory is about a 25 minute walk from Greenwich Station.

Royal Observatory Greenwich, Blackheath Avenue, London, United Kingdom

General impression
Good
LGBT-friendly
Average
globy has been to and rated Royal Observatory

Added 7 years ago

Pavilion Tea House

  • CafĂ© or Bistro
  • Local Cuisine
Paul Rhodes Bakery

  • Bakery
  • Local Cuisine
The Prince of Greenwich Pub

  • Pub
  • LGBTQ-friendly

The George & Dragon was a traditional British pub with cabaret acts at the bottom of Blackheath Hill. Opened in 2002, it was a good late night spot for a game of pool on weekends, but the owners...
  • Pub
  • For Men