There's so much for kids to explore on board Cutty Sark: meet the cast of colourful characters, play interactive games, take a selfie on the main deck, touch the hull of the ship and see how the crew lived and worked at sea.
What's on for families at Cutty Sark
Join our family-friendly activities on board Cutty Sark
Moored right by Cutty Sark, see Britain's newest polar research ship the RRS Sir David Attenborough up close for a limited time, and enjoy polar-themed activities at the National Maritime Museum.
Meet colourful characters from Cutty Sark’s past and hear astonishing stories about life at sea in the age of sail
Listen, learn and play at Cutty Sark!
From the dizzy height of the main mast to the surprises below deck, step aboard and discover the best Cutty Sark has to offer
Do you have what it takes to steer 963 tons of Victorian tea clipper on the high seas?
Explore the captain's quarters and discover more about how the crew lived, where they ate and slept.
Plan your visit to the Cutty Sark
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As restrictions in England ease, we want to ensure that all our visitors, staff and volunteers still feel safe and comfortable when exploring our sites.
Many of our COVID-19 safety measures will remain in place, including enhanced cleaning, safe distancing and ticketed entry. We highly recommend wearing a face covering at all indoor venues and enclosed spaces.
We hope you will support us in these measures.
Please book tickets online in advance wherever possible. Timed tickets ensure that visits are spread out throughout the day and capacities are managed effectively. There's no limit to the time you can spend with us once you're here.
Limited tickets may be available if you turn up on the day, but to avoid disappointment we strongly advise booking in advance.
SPECIAL OFFER: get Royal Observatory or Cutty Sark tickets for just £10 every Monday and Tuesday – and bring the kids for free! Offer valid until 20 July.
The Cutty Sark Café is open and visitors can enjoy a range of hot drinks, sandwiches and cakes.
We are following rigorous measures for your safety including one way systems, hand sanitisers and cashless payment.
Find useful information about facilities at our museums including cloakrooms, baby change and accessibility, and information for visitors with disabilities coming to any of our sites.
Tickets and Opening
Advance booking recommended
- Greenwich Station
- Cutty Sark DLR
- Maze Hill Station
- Greenwich Pier
Online Highlights
Find out more about our online activities for families.
Learn how to send your own signal flag messages to communicate with ships!
Make your own sailor craft, inspired by Nannie, the Cutty Sark's figurehead.
Make your own porthole - a round window on a ship
Make your very own sock puppet sea monster!
Family Membership
Join today and give your family the freedom to explore Cutty Sark, the Royal Observatory and Planetarium plus special exhibitions at the National Maritime Museum for a whole year.
Cutty Sark gifts
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Choose your tickets
Royal Museums Greenwich Day Pass
- Cutty Sark
- Royal Observatory
- Guaranteed entry time
- Planetarium shows not included
| Adult | £25.00 |
|---|---|
| Child | £12.50 |
Royal Observatory
- Guaranteed entry time
- Audio guide included
- Planetarium shows not included
| Adult | £16.00 |
|---|---|
| Child | £8.00 |
Become a Member
- Unlimited entry all year
- Royal Observatory
- Cutty Sark
- Planetarium Shows
- Special exhibitions
| Direct Debit | One-off |
|---|---|
| Individual: £50 | Individual: £60 |
| Family: from £65 | Family: from £75 |