There is so much for children to see and do at the National Maritime Museum; aspiring young pirates and explorers can expect an action-packed, fun day out. Polar Family Day Get ready for a brrr-illiant day of polar science at the National Maritime Museum Find out more Family fun activities AHOY! Children's Gallery Bring the little ones to play at AHOY! - a fun children’s gallery for 0-7s Character Encounters Visit the National Maritime Museum every Saturday to discover a different character from history with their own fascinating story to tell Play Tuesdays Bring your under 5 on a different adventure every week! Explore the Museum together through song, dance and stories LGBTQ+ Family Network A safe space for local LGBTQ+ families to meet one another, get involved in creative activities for all ages and explore the stories within the collection Discover Sundays Each Sunday come and explore the Museum's collection through hands on creative activities Safe Harbour A programme for foster and adoptive families. The Cove playground An exciting new playground at the National Maritime Museum. Get ready to explore The Cove! Sign up to the families e-newsletter Be the first to hear about exciting events and activities for little ones at our Museums. Sign up Plan your visit COVID-19: information for visitors We want to ensure that all visitors, staff and volunteers feel safe and comfortable when exploring our sites. Our COVID-19 safety measures include enhanced cleaning, safe distancing and ticketed entry. We highly recommend wearing a face covering at all indoor venues and enclosed spaces. How we're keeping visitors safe Tickets and prices 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. Book now Get Family Membership Toilets, facilities & access 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. Find out more Eat & Drink Take a pit stop during your exploration of Greenwich at one of our cafés. We have something for everyone, whether you’re looking for a healthy snack, delicious breakfast or lunch. See all our cafés Tickets and Opening Advance booking recommended Book now Opening times vary | More info Greenwich Station Cutty Sark DLR Maze Hill Station Greenwich Pier View on map Directions via Public Transport Directions from your location Don't miss more activities for families and young people Family activities to do at home Find great learning ideas for kids, and join our online classes and virtual play sessions Journey across the Great Map A giant interactive atlas at the heart of the National Maritime Museum - where will your journey take you? Explore our interactive Sea Things Gallery Encounter personal stories of maritime, world and social histories through surprising objects and interactive exhibits. You might also like How to make a ship in a bottle Using a few household items, make a ship in a bottle, and decorate the sails to reflect your own identity! How to make a pirate telescope Follow Dani as she creates a colourful pirate telescope inspired by the telescopes in the Museum's collection How to make seaside inspired puppets Design your own puppets and put on a show! What’s On Find family events at the National Maritime Museum. Talks and tours Character Encounters Visit the National Maritime Museum every Saturday to discover a different character from history with their own fascinating story to tell Saturdays Free Entry National Maritime Museum Family fun Play Tuesdays Bring your under 5 on a different adventure every week! Explore the Museum together through song, dance and stories Term time Tuesdays | 10.30am, 11.30am, 1.00pm, 2.00pm £4 per child and accompanying adult | Under 6 months free National Maritime Museum Family fun | LGBTQ+ LGBTQ+ Family Network A safe space for local LGBTQ+ families to meet one another, get involved in creative activities for all ages and explore the stories within the collection 20 January 2024 | 10am-12pm Free National Maritime Museum Family fun Safe Harbour A programme for foster and adoptive families. Monthly: Next date 30 December| 12.30pm - 2.30pm Ticketed | Free National Maritime Museum Family fun Discover Sundays Each Sunday come and explore the Museum's collection through hands on creative activities Term time Sundays | 11am - 1pm | 2pm - 4pm Free | Drop-in National Maritime Museum 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 Join now Discover more See what else you can do with the kids at Royal Museums Greenwich Families at Royal Museums Greenwich Cutty Sark Characters See a planetarium show Awards and partners Royal Museums Greenwich Close Choose your tickets National Maritime Museum Guaranteed entry time Access to all free galleries and activities Paid exhibitions not included Free entry Book online BOOK NOW Family fun AHOY Gallery Soft play Maritime fun Guaranteed entry time Museum entry included Suitable for all children under 7 Term time weekdays FREE Weekends & holidays £3 BOOK NOW 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 £60 Family: from £70 JOIN TODAY Royal Museums Greenwich Day Pass Save 25% with combo ticket Cutty Sark Royal Observatory Guaranteed entry time Planetarium shows not included Adult £27 Child £13.50 BOOK NOW Cutty Sark Explore the main deck Walk beneath the ship See how the crew lived Family activities and interactives Guaranteed entry time Audio guide included Adult £18 Child £9 BOOK NOW Royal Observatory Walk the Prime Meridian line See the best view in London Guaranteed entry time Audio guide included Planetarium shows not included Adult £18 Child £9 BOOK NOW Member tickets Free and fast-track Museums entry Priority booking Access using your membership card Membership card number required BOOK NOW