Greenwich For Kids:Top 5 Places Kids Will Love

Greenwich Kids

Guest Post: Cintia from My Poppet.

 

Greenwich is a lovely place to visit if you want to get out of the hustle and bustle of London and find a little space to breathe.
It has a rich maritime history and is actually a UNESCO world heritage site.
The kids will love all the hands on activities at Greenwich’s museums and they can run around at Greenwich Park. Most attractions are free so it’s an inexpensive day out.
Getting there is easy, just catch the Jubilee line to North Greenwich Station then a bus into the historical centre of town, or for a more scenic trip, take a water bus along the Thames.
Emma and I spent three whole days hanging out in Greenwich and we still didn’t touch the sides, there is a lot to do here. You will struggle to see everything in one day, but here are some of the highlights you shouldn’t miss.

 

Cutty Sark Daughter

 

Cutty Sark

Cutty Sark is one of the world’s most famous ships, the last surviving tea clipper and the fastest and greatest of her time. She travelled all around the world and even shipped wool from Australia back to England. Recently restored the Cutty Sark now sits in a specially constructed dry dock that enables visitors to explore the whole ship, both above and below decks, as well as under the majestic hull.

Kids will love the hands on interactive displays which tell the history of the ship and maritime trade, they can dress up as sailors and see what life was like as a crew member of the Cutty Sark and even have a go at swabbing the deck.
Check the WEBSITE for regularly scheduled family activities including story telling sessions.
Ticket Prices Adults £13.50, Kids £7, under 5’s free. Family passes and combo discounts available.

 

National Maritime Museum

The National Maritime Museum has an amazing new children’s gallery that is boatload of fun. Designed especially for 0-7 year olds. Your child’s imagination will be fired up as they stoke the boiler of a steamship, work in an interactive boatyard or catch fish on the high seas. I guarantee the kids won’t want to leave.
Don’t miss The Great Map which has an interactive explorer game.
Entry is FREE.

 

Discovery Centre

 

Old Royal Naval College and Discover Greenwich Visitor Centre

Make sure you head into the Discover Greenwich visitor centre to get a real insight into the area. It’s not just naval history, Old Royal Naval College is the remains of one of King Henry´s VIII palaces.
There is an exhibition hall at the Visitor Centre where one can have a look at 500 years of history. The kids can try on replica Tudor armour and build models of Greenwich’s fantastic architecture.
Walk around the grounds of the Old royal Naval College, admire Christopher Wren’s architectural masterpiece and some fabulous views of the river.
Entry is FREE.

 

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Greenwich Park

Greenwich park is expansive and is a great spot for a picnic. It’s quite a hike to the top of the hill, but you will be rewarded by sweeping views across the river Thames and Central London.
There is a fantastic adventure playground located near the Maritime Museum end suitable for kids of all ages. The park is also home to deer, a rose garden and a boating pond, so there is plenty to see and do. Keep an eye out for squirrels, they are everywhere.
Entry is FREE.

 

Royal Observatory

No visit to Greenwich is complete without a visit to the Royal Observatory. Stand astride the Prime Meridian where all the world’s time is measured from. The free audio guides tells you the history of the observatory and it’s importance to the understanding of the stars, space and time.

If you have a space loving junior astronomer they will be thrilled to touch a a 4.5 billion year-old meteorite, watch how the universe was formed, and guide a space mission.
Entrance to the Astronomy Centre is FREE. Entrance charges apply to the Meridian Line and Flamsteed House. Adults £9, Kids £5 Under 5’s free (free audio guide included).

 

If you are planning a trip to London, allow an extra day or two to visit Greenwich, I guarantee you’ll all fall in love with the place.

 

Cintia is a Craft and Lifestyle blogger for My Poppet. She loves to travel and has really given her passport a workout over the years travelling to over 38 countries. Her daughter Emma, her trusty travel companion, has already developed a taste for the jet setting lifestyle. You can see more of Cintia & Emma’s adventures in London over at My Poppet Living.

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17 thoughts on “Greenwich For Kids:Top 5 Places Kids Will Love”

  1. Great tips – I love Greenwich, especially going there on the boat. I have never been on the Cutty Sark though, it always seems to have been shut for restoration when I’ve visited so time to go back. Thanks for linking to #MondayEscapes

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  2. Pinned this to remember for our London trip later in the year. My kids love a good adventure playground and the one pictured looks awesome! The London views will be an added bonus. Thank you!

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