Historic Greenwich Private Walking Tour
At London Adventures, we are not just about tours. We are about crafting unforgettable experiences that ignite your curiosity and leave you with lasting memories. We want you to uncover interesting facts and stories of Greenwich with a touch of humour. We share tales of the royal past in Greenwich including how the royal family used to travel to the palace where the Old Royal Naval College now stood. If you are a foodie craving a taste of our classic British food and drink, we have something for everyone including local beer, ale, cider or English apple juice. We invites you to join us and embrace the spirit of exploration.
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Historic Greenwich Experience
What's included in Historic Greenwich Private Walking Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Old Royal Naval College
Our experienced guide will walk you through the past and present of the Old Royal Naval College. The college ground was once where Placentia Palace stood, where King Henry VIII, Queen Elizabeth I and Queen Mary were born. Parts of the artefacts and flooring remain buried between the towers in the college. The beautiful Greenwich Park was once the palace's garden. We will stop by the Royal Chapel which was rebuilt in 1779 after a fire. With its richly decorated ceiling, naval themes, and exceptional altarpiece painted by ‘the Raphael of America’, Benjamin West, it is evident why the Chapel is now regarded as one of the finest neo-classical interiors in existence. Don't miss the royal entrance when the members of the royal family used to visit the palace by boat. (Include 15 mins. introduction and 15 mins to walk to the next attraction)
Royal Observatory Greenwich
We walk up a small steep hill through Greenwich Park to the Royal Observatory. First you can marvel the views across London, then visit the home to Greenwich Mean Time and stand on the Prime Meridian Line. (Include 10 mins. to walk to the next attraction)
Cutty Sark
Our guide will take you to visit the magnificent tea clipper, Cutty Sark. It was built in 1870 and was the fastest ship in the world, transporting tea from China to England in 71 days, travelling up to 350 miles in a day! (Include 10 mins of walking time to the next attraction)
Inclusions
- A drink at a local historic pub. Non-alcoholic drink available and suitable for children over 12.
- Sample classic English food. Either a sausage roll or a vegetarian snack or something similar.
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- At the north side entrance facing River Thames and Pier.
End Points
- Tour will end at Greenwich Market where you can continue to wander around the art & crafts or food market stalls.
