Why visit / Interesting facts:
- Part of World Heritage Site of Greenwich
- Largest maritime museum in the world
- Great place to visit with kids
Time required: 90 minutes
Phone: +44 20 8858 4422
Web site: http://www.nmm.ac.uk/
Opening hours:
| Time period | Opening hours |
|---|---|
| Daily: | 10am - 5pm |
| Dec 24-26: | Closed |
Admission:
| Ticket type | Charge |
|---|---|
| General: | Free |
Public transport:
- Docklands Light Railway: Cutty Sark station
Address: Romney Road, Greenwich, London SE10 9NF
Photos: (see more photos)
Photo: Jim Linwood
Things you need to know:
- Part of World Heritage Site of Greenwich
- National Maritime Museum is decicated to maritime history, technology and the sea
- The World's largest maritime museum with an extensive collection of ships and boats
- Many simulators make the visit an unforgettable experience
- Admiral Nelson's fatally pierced tunic is on display
- Excellent place to visit with kids
What to do there:
- Explorer the ground floor: maritime London, shipping and shipbuilding, the growth of leisure travel and the ecology of the sea
- Continue to the first floor: art work, various objects such as swords, medals, navigation instruments, a library/study room and the stained glass collection from the Baltic Exchange
- Finish your visit at the third floor: excellent ship simulator and collection of ship models
Tips & Insights:
- A must-see for families with kids
