Journey time from ExCeL London: 25-mins
www.greenwichwhs.org.ukA place of exceptional beauty, Greenwich encompasses a variety of visitor attractions including London's oldest royal park, the National Maritime Museum, the Cutty Sark and the Royal Observatory. There are also shops, markets and a range of places to eat out to suit all tastes and budgets.
How do I get there?
From ExCeL London take the DLR to Poplar and change for a Lewisham bound train. Disembark at Cutty Sark.
ExCeL London Recommends
Meridian Line & Royal Observatory
Tel: +44 (0)20 8858 4422
Royal Observatory, Greenwich Park, SE10 8XJ
www.nmm.ac.uk
Come and stand on the world-famous Meridian Line, which represents the Prime Meridian of the World, Longitude 0º, home of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). Have your photo taken with one foot in the eastern hemisphere and one foot in the western hemisphere. The Meridian Courtyard is open until 20.00 from 3 May until 31 August 2008 inclusive. The Royal Observatory, Greenwich and Peter Harrison Planetarium are open daily from 10.00 until 17.00.
Spread Eagle Restaurant
Tel: +44 (0) 20 8853 2333
1-2 Stockwell Street, Greenwich, SE10 9JN
www.spreadeaglerestaurant.com
Housed in a former coaching inn, The Spread Eagle is steeped in history and has been a popular restaurant since the 18th century. It houses a unique art collection featuring works by a wide range of distinguished artists, all of whom were inspired by Greenwich. The restaurant offers a modern French menu, using the best quality seasonal ingredients.
Evenings with the Stars
Tel: +44 (0)20 8858 4422
Royal Observatory, Greenwich Park, SE10 8XJ
www.nmm.ac.uk
Come and spend an evening with the stars and view the Moon and planets through a 28-inch refracting telescope at the Royal Observatory, Greenwich. To reserve a place at a public viewing session on winter evenings, please call 020 8312 8575 or email bookings@nmm.ac.uk
North Pole
Tel: +44 (0) 20 8853 3020
131 Greenwich High Road, Greenwich, SE10 8JA
www.northpolegreenwich.com
North Pole possesses a friendly and local atmosphere, with a curvaceous brown interior, cowhide furniture, live piano music and an open fireplace. Enjoy the all day easy dining menu, including dishes such as chorizo risotto and swordfish steak. Special touches such as every customer receiving a free glass of bubbly on arrival really make a difference and make you want to return again and again.
National Maritime Museum
Tel: +44 (0)020 8312 6565
Greenwich, London, SE10 9NF
www.nmm.ac.uk
Detailing stories of discovery and endeavour from Britain's seafaring past, the National Maritime Museum explores the continuing effects of the oceans on the world today. See Nelson's bullet-pierced coat from his final battle and discover the courage shown by Franklin and Scott on their famous polar expeditions, all at the world's largest maritime museum.
Trafalgar Tavern
Tel: +44 (0) 20 8858 2437
Park Row, Greenwich, SE10 9NW
www.trafalgartavern.co.uk
Popular historic pub right on the Thames with great views of Docklands and the O2. A favourite of Dickens, it's now best known for its whitebait but also offers a range of dishes including traditional roasts.
The Queen's House
Tel: +44 (0)020 8312 6565
Greenwich, London, SE10 9NF
www.nmm.ac.uk
Completed around 1638, Inigo Jones's 'house of delight' introduced England to the beauties of Palladian architecture. Once a richly furnished summer villa for Queen Henrietta Maria, wife of Charles I, it is now an elegant setting for fine art and entertaining and displays the history of Greenwich in paintings from the Museum's world-class art collection.
Greenwich Park Bar & Grill
Tel: +44 (0) 20 8853 7860
1 King William Walk, Greenwich, SE10 9JY
www.thegreenwichpark.com
This restaurant offers something for everyone and makes the most of its superb location, overlooking Greenwich Park. Set over 3-floors, the venue is fresh and stylish f and is suitable for either lunch or dinner, with a menu ranging from light bites to an a la carte.
For further information on what's on in Greenwich including plays & musicals at Greenwich Theatre, classical concerts and open-air theatre in Greenwich Park, please click here.
Royal Observatory, Greenwich
Tel: +44 (0)020 8312 6565
Greenwich, London, SE10 9NF
www.nmm.ac.uk
Built for the purpose of finding longitude at sea, the Royal Observatory is home of Greenwich Mean Time and the famous Prime Meridian of the World. Sir Christopher Wren's Royal Observatory is also a museum of time and astronomy, where it is still possible to see how the Astronomers Royal used to live and work. The Royal Observatory also houses London's only public planetarium, which provides a magnificent introduction to the mysteries and wonders of the night sky. Timed tickets can be purchased on-line at www.nmm.ac.uk/astronomy or at the planetarium ticket desk, for a variety of daily themed shows.
