Greenwich Park
Greenwich Park
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Neighbourhood: Greenwich
Greenwich Mean Time starts here, so to speak, as the very concept of global time was established at Royal Observatory, just one of several buildings of architectural interest in Greenwich. Indeed, the whole of Greenwich's historic town center, its Royal Park and a number of related buildings (and one world famous ship, the Cutty Sark) make up the UNESCO World Heritage site known as Maritime Greenwich. Today a laser beam is shot out across the night sky from the Observatory to mark the location of the Prime Meridian. Other bold (some say brash) 21st century additions to the area include landmarks such as The O2 entertainment complex (previously known as the Millennium Dome) and the Air Line cable cars, which offer scenic transport across the Thames between North Greenwich and the Royal Docks.
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- StefaniePeterborough, United Kingdom141 contributionsBeautiful placeVery beautiful place a lot to do and walk with dog ! Very nice caffe and flower garden ! At the moment it’s a lot ground work going on and a little bit ruined our experience ( but I understand it’s have to be done ) I hope next time we will enjoy 100 % !Visited April 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 11 April 2024
- K&M rates platesSidcup, United Kingdom1,479 contributionsAmazing parkWe visited here with friends on a sunny Good Friday. We had a nice walk round the park to the viewpoint and then to the kids play area. The play area was really good, with a sandpit and lots of fun slides. We walked a bit further and found ourselves in the flower gardens, these fields were lovely and in immaculate condition. We had a lovely time playing hereVisited April 2024Travelled with familyWritten 15 April 2024
- LizLondon, United Kingdom109 contributionsBlackheath and the southern part of Greenwich Park are often forgotten by travellersIf you don't have a dog be sure to visit the Flower Garden at the southern end of the park. You can reach it from Blackheath, itself a wild windy plateau with space and wildflowers galore...I thought of a lady from the past requiring her maid to fetch her fresh Lady's Bedstraw from the heath, where it grows in profusion with delicate light yellow flowers. There is a new cafe and toilets just outside the Flower Garden's eastern entrance, handy to know about.Visited July 2024Travelled soloWritten 6 July 2024
- Bobby PSydney, Australia235 contributionsEnjoy the park like a localA lovely place to visit with beautiful green grounds, squirrels, and people enjoying time with their kids and dogs. The actual Prime Meridian runs through the park, which feels more meaningful than the crowded photo op at the observatory. Take a moment to stop for a view of Greenwich from within the park too - it’s more serene than the busy tourist lookout.Visited October 2024Travelled with familyWritten 7 October 2024
- SeattleCoventry, United Kingdom180 contributionshahaGreenwich Park is a beautiful green oasis in the heart of London. The expansive lawns, ancient trees, and stunning views of the city skyline make it a perfect place to unwind and enjoy nature. The park is also famous for its royal connections, with the Royal Observatory and the Prime Meridian Line located within its boundaries. I thoroughly enjoyed strolling through the park and taking in the sights and sounds of nature. The park is also a great place for a picnic or a leisurely bike ride. Highly recommended for anyone looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.*I bought a railcard on trainpal and got a 20% discount when I entered the RC777E code! Hope to help those who come to the UK to play~Visited November 2024Travelled soloWritten 2 November 2024
- SBJHBarnetBarnet, United Kingdom267 contributionsWalk from Rangers House through Greenwich Park on a sunny afternoon 17/10/2024After visiting Rangers House on Blackheath, we decided to walk back to Greenwich Station through the west end of the park and encountered the magnificent free and uncrowded view across towards Canary Wharf mentioned by another subscriber. On our descent we also encountered Knife Edge by Henry Moore, a large bronze sculpture, the site for which the scuptor chose personally. Next came the Grade 2 listed Standard Reservoir Conduit House attributed to Nicholas Hawksmoor, Clerk of Works at Greenwich from 1698-1735, but restored in 20th century. It was a conduit house over a vaulted resrvoir, that formed part of the earliest water supply to what is now the National Maritime Museum. The stone plaques refer to "Greenwich Hospital Standard Reservoir" which relates to the former use of the Museum site as the Royal Hospital for Seamen. On leaving the park and continuing down Croom Hill, we then discovered a blue plaque on the wall of his former home commemorating Benjamin Waugh, founder of the NSPCC. A very pleasent end to a disappointing visit to Rangers HouseVisited October 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 2 November 2024
- Malachy KealeyPreston, United Kingdom276 contributionsA nice city park at the centre of Earth's timezonesA nice park walk in London's Greenwich. Home to the Royal Greenwich Observatory and the Prime Meridian, where you can be at the centre of the world's time at the point of 00:00 hours and 0° longitude. Although you have to pay to get in and stand on the actual line itself. You can also visit the National Maritime Museum (free of entry) which covers much of the history of the United Kingdom and has many valuable exhibitions, most notably the coat worn by Lord Nelson during the Battle of Trafalgar.Visited January 2025Travelled with friendsWritten 18 January 2025
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Michel_Louise_2013
Quebec City, Canada28,261 contributions
Apr 2023 • Couples
What most distinguishes Greenwich Park from other royal parks in London is undoubtedly the numerous panoramic observation points it offers over the city center of London. But during our last two-week stay in London in April 2023, it was also to admire the flowering of the cherry trees in the alley leading to Ranger's House that we included this large park (74 ha) in our tour circuit. (located on the south bank of the River Thames approximately 10 km from the heart of London). Even if the cherry trees were not at their peak during our visit, the spectacle was still worth it (see attached photos). The rose garden adjoining Ranger’s House is also of interest during their flowering period (summer). Without forgetting the other tourist and cultural attractions included within or adjacent to the park: the royal observatory, the zero meridian (Prime Meridian), Queen's House, the national maritime museum, Greenwich market (good location for a quick lunch ), a cruise on the Thames, etc. Recommended for those who are staying for a long time, as there are so many beautiful things to see and do in London, if you are only staying for a few days. Good hike in this pretty royal park (property of the crown since 1427), on asphalt paths that are sometimes a little steep.

Written 10 October 2023
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Sam3314
Derby, UK2,143 contributions
Feb 2022
Lovely park with lots of space for picnics and kite flying etc. You can also work up to the prime meridian. There are lots of paths but some are very steep but there are suitable paths for wheelchairs.
What stands out are the best views of London, you can see Canary Wharf, the O2, the city and even the BT tower plus the naval college etc.
Easily accessible by boat or DLR (Cutty Sark or Greenwich) plus buses
What stands out are the best views of London, you can see Canary Wharf, the O2, the city and even the BT tower plus the naval college etc.
Easily accessible by boat or DLR (Cutty Sark or Greenwich) plus buses
Written 3 March 2022
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tap19
Newcastle upon Tyne, UK58 contributions
Jan 2020 • Family
Quite a steep climb up to the observatory it rewarded by the views, evening a dull day. We arrived about 10.45 am Sunday morning and there was plenty space to take photos. We didn’t go into the observatory. Great tip from
Butch E (June 2019), just to the right of the big clock there is a little gate you can go through and take a photo standing in part of the meridian line, without paying to go into the observatory. We were also
Chuffed to see a photo of a couple of visitors from the 1920s standing on that very spot in a souvenir book in the naval museum!
Butch E (June 2019), just to the right of the big clock there is a little gate you can go through and take a photo standing in part of the meridian line, without paying to go into the observatory. We were also
Chuffed to see a photo of a couple of visitors from the 1920s standing on that very spot in a souvenir book in the naval museum!
Written 8 January 2020
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Hannah T
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May 2024 • Business
I am a headteacher of a primary school in a deprived area. Every year we take our children to London and we stop at Greenwich park to eat our lunch. The children love it and, after 20 years, it has become a school tradition. We have now been told that we are only allowed to eat our lunch in the park if we pay a £170 fee. I asked what the fee was for and was told “it’s for wear and tear of the grass”. We stay at the park for 30 minutes!
Also and more worryingly, when taking a 6 year old boy to the disabled toilet, park staff said “well he doesn’t look disabled”. Without going in to details on here, this child NEEDS access to facilities available in disabled toilets. To be treated like this by park staff who are so behind the times in terms of their thinking and approaches, is staggering!!
It’s a beautiful park but the staff ruin it!
Also and more worryingly, when taking a 6 year old boy to the disabled toilet, park staff said “well he doesn’t look disabled”. Without going in to details on here, this child NEEDS access to facilities available in disabled toilets. To be treated like this by park staff who are so behind the times in terms of their thinking and approaches, is staggering!!
It’s a beautiful park but the staff ruin it!
Written 1 May 2024
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George L
Preston, UK664 contributions
Oct 2021
This is a wonderful place to walk and enjoy the collection of magnificent mature English trees. There are certain vantage points in the park that provide outstanding opportunities to view the incredible City of London skyline. It has everything for nature lovers and families. I would highly recommend a visit.
Written 25 October 2021
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Carol G
Stockton-on-Tees, UK1,781 contributions
Apr 2022 • Friends
Whenever we are down visiting family and if the weather is okay we come here. It is lovely walking through the park and you can get an amazing view of the City of London and Greenwich. The park is very well maintained. Just a delight to visit
Written 23 May 2022
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Beth
Bristol, UK1,165 contributions
May 2022 • Friends
Hadn't visited this park before and always wanted to. Great views over London. Very busy on a hot May Saturday, but we bought some drinks and nibbles from a nearby shop and enjoyed a few hours here. There was a museum and placards to tell you more about the history but we didn't visit these.
Written 11 September 2022
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Robbienho
London, UK39 contributions
Dec 2020
Full of blithering idiots intent on catching and/or spreading Coronavirus. Also lots of dogs and people on those electric scooter things. The only saving grace is that it does have toilets, and although it only costs 20p that still seems to keep most of the riff-raff out.
The views of London are fine.
The views of London are fine.
Written 4 January 2021
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L0nDon3r_
London, UK539 contributions
Apr 2021 • Friends
A very well kept park and worth a visit there. Very close to Cutty Sark DLR and buses. Can get very busy during busy times. Things to see: Walk up to the top of the hill to get a lovely view of the Maritime Museum and of the city, one tree hill vista point, cheery blossom trees, flower garden, rose garden and deer park. Other smaller interest points: Queen Elizabeth 1st Oak, Motherstone Fountain and Queen Caroline’s Bath.
We saw two kiosks (but one was open) and there is a pavilion cafe to grab some snacks. I think there should be more bins around the park to dispose rubbishes, we did however see lots of dog bins.
If you have more time and want to explore Greenwich a bit more then there are lots of things to do. There is the Greenwich Market and entry to National Maritime Museum is free. You have to buy a ticket to enter Royal Observatory, Planetarium and Cutty Sark.
We saw two kiosks (but one was open) and there is a pavilion cafe to grab some snacks. I think there should be more bins around the park to dispose rubbishes, we did however see lots of dog bins.
If you have more time and want to explore Greenwich a bit more then there are lots of things to do. There is the Greenwich Market and entry to National Maritime Museum is free. You have to buy a ticket to enter Royal Observatory, Planetarium and Cutty Sark.
Written 9 April 2021
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Liz Wrigley
London, UK49 contributions
Mar 2020
The Royal Park in Greenwich has surely experienced many events as momentous as our current crisis, as a read of Pepys diary in the 17th century reveals.
One Tree Hill is east of the viewing platform next to James Wolfe's statue but has just as good a view out over London.
There is one spot where Queen Elizabeth I could have stood with her greyhounds on a leash (or young courtiers maybe?), King Charles would have exercised his spaniels, and no doubt cursed the hill they climbed. Le Notre was said to have sketched out Greenwich Parks avenues but did not visit so though the place was flat.
Enjoy the sunshine here safely, staying away from others. Plan your next visit to this lovely park - there are free chestnuts to be collected on the ground here in October.
One Tree Hill is east of the viewing platform next to James Wolfe's statue but has just as good a view out over London.
There is one spot where Queen Elizabeth I could have stood with her greyhounds on a leash (or young courtiers maybe?), King Charles would have exercised his spaniels, and no doubt cursed the hill they climbed. Le Notre was said to have sketched out Greenwich Parks avenues but did not visit so though the place was flat.
Enjoy the sunshine here safely, staying away from others. Plan your next visit to this lovely park - there are free chestnuts to be collected on the ground here in October.
Written 25 March 2020
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Is there some kind of covered area at Greenwich Park where I can have a picnic in case it rains? (I'm thinking of something like a gazebo)
Written 20 April 2021
Hi. There is a bandstand in the park, but I am not sure whether it is open to the general public. Other than that you will be very hard pressed to find cover anywhere.
Written 20 April 2021
How to go here using public transportation and how much will it cost from king’s cross station?
Written 28 March 2021
If you download the city mapper app (for free!) it will show you the best route to get there as well as how much each route costs :)
Written 11 April 2021
I am meeting a friend today and wonder whether there is any free parking in or around Greenwich 22/11/20. If not where can I park at what cost? Advise would be greatly appreciated. Thank you
Written 22 November 2020
Meters in the park at the top near A2.
Written 22 November 2020
How much is parking here please?
Written 14 August 2020
Sorry, don’t know. We came by public transportation
Written 15 August 2020
No.....🤣. .. you would certainly get moved on by both the wardens of the Park and the police....
Written 11 July 2020
Emily644
London, United Kingdom
What is the maximum children's age for entry into the playground please .
Written 15 October 2018
After living in Greenwich and visiting the park most days I can't imagine any forced restrictions on the playground. If you are with a group of mixed ages and there are no conflicts with any other kids then it'll be fine. Older, large kids hoarding the playground equipment may cause problems but common sense prevails over rules and statistics.
Written 21 October 2018

A Tripadvisor member
Ann Arbor, Michigan
Sorry I walked or traveled by train and bus. Best way to get around if you can. But I do remember seeing parking in the residential areas and no meters.
Written 28 August 2017
No but who's going to stop you?!
Written 23 August 2017
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