Visit the National Maritime Museum for free, and don't miss our special events and exhibitions.
Calling all explorers!
Weekends, half terms, holidays and family days – plan your next adventure at the National Maritime Museum
Highlights and exhibitions
A dynamic history, a precarious present: navigate Venice's iconic waterways at the National Maritime Museum
See the world's greatest space photography at the National Maritime Museum
Ready to dive in and explore our ocean? Join us at the National Maritime Museum this June
Explore the complex legacy of European exploration and how it shaped the Pacific we know today
See the world through a seafarer's lens - visit the free exhibition at the National Maritime Museum
Little pirates and explorers of all ages can enjoy an action-packed day at the National Maritime Museum
Bring the little ones to play at AHOY! - a fun children’s gallery for 0-7s
Epic tales of exploration, maritime treasures and family friendly galleries
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The beauty of maps
Plot a journey through the National Maritime Museum map collection with A is for Atlas, a brand new book from Royal Museums Greenwich.
Plan your visit
The National Maritime Museum is free, but you must have a timed entry ticket to visit, even if you're a Member. We recommend booking online in advance to avoid disappointment.
As well as our free galleries, we also host a number of special exhibitions throughout the year. Entry to the Museum is included with your exhibition ticket.
The Parkside Café is a bright and airy space at the National Maritime Museum with expansive views of Greenwich Royal Park. There is plenty of seating, both indoor and outdoor. Grab a hot or cold drink, and a selection of sandwiches and cakes - perfect for a picnic in the park.
The Great Map Café is located on the first floor of the National Maritime Museum. This open-plan café sits alongside the Great Map, our giant world atlas.
Find the perfect museum gift, from books and prints to models, toys and games. Visit us on site or shop online.
Find useful information about facilities at our museums including baby change and accessibility, and information for visitors with disabilities coming to any of our sites.
Download a free map to help guide you round the historic buildings. Our guides are also available in different languages to help you make the most of your visit.
We want to ensure that all visitors, staff and volunteers feel safe and comfortable when exploring our sites.
Our COVID-19 safety measures include timed ticketing and contactless payments. We recommend wearing a face covering while inside any of our museums and attractions unless you are exempt.
Occasionally some gallery closures may affect your visit to the National Maritime Museum.
Find details of upcoming closures here.
Tickets and Opening
| Free entry |
| Advance booking recommended |
10am-5pm
- Greenwich Station
- Cutty Sark DLR
- Maze Hill Station
- Greenwich Pier
Online highlights
Using Royal Museums Greenwich's collections to support people living with dementia
Our Ocean, Our Planet is a new online space at Royal Museums Greenwich dedicated to exploring the climate crisis and our relationship with the ocean
Plot a journey through four special maps in the National Maritime Museum collection
40 years on from the sinking of the merchant vessel during the Falklands conflict, volunteer Howard Ormerod shares his memories of the naval attack
Discover the life and works of the celebrated Venetian view painter
The remarkable footage taken from the wreck of Shackleton's ship will help us piece together the ship's final hours
Search our digital collections, discover epic stories of sea, space and exploration, and get expert insight from our museum curators and specialists
Shop nautical gifts
Choose your tickets
Entry to the National Maritime Museum is free, but you must have a ticket to visit. Book online to guarantee entry. Charges apply for special exhibitions. For full tickets and prices click here.
National Maritime Museum
- Guaranteed entry time
- Access to all free galleries and activities
- Exposure: Lives at Sea exhibition
- Paid exhibitions not included
| Free entry |
| Book online |
Member tickets
- Free Museums entry
- Priority booking
- Membership card number required
| Advance booking recommended |
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 |
Special exhibition
Astronomy Photographer of the Year
- Amazing astrophotography
- Guaranteed entry time
- More space to explore
| Adult | £10 |
| Child | £5 |
Special exhibition
Canaletto's Venice Revisited
- Guaranteed entry time
- National Maritime Museum entry included
| Adult | £10 |
|---|---|
| Child | £5 |
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 |