Royal Observatory
Visit the home of GMT
- Guaranteed entry time
- Stand on the Meridian Line
- Explore the historic buildings
- Planetarium currently closed
Prices
Adult: From £16.00
Child: From £8.00
Royal Observatory
Coronavirus reopening
Visitor notice: All of our sites have reopened and we can't wait to welcome you back. All visitors will need to book a ticket in advance. Find out how we're keeping you safe
Visit the Royal Observatory in Greenwich, London. Home of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), the Prime Meridian of the world and London’s Planetarium.
3 steps to a safe visit
3 steps to a safe visit
1
Check what's open
The Royal Observatory is now open to all visitors. The sailing ship Cutty Sark is also open: if you buy a Day Pass, you can visit both historic Greenwich attractions together and save 20%.
2
Book in advance
Your safety is our first priority. To help us ensure social distancing and make sure you have the space you need to explore our sites safely, all visitors, including Members, are now required to pre-book their tickets in advance.
3
Keep your distance
We are maintaining the highest hygiene standards and will provide clear guidance on how we can all keep a safe distance from each other. Our staff will be ready to help answer any question you might have.
Tickets and opening times
Tickets & prices
Adult £16 | Child £8
Open now
10.30am - 4pm
Plan your visit
Safety information
Royal Observatory Greenwich – open now
Welcome back to the Home of Time.
The Royal Observatory Greenwich is open, and we can't wait to see you when you're ready to visit.
Stand on the Prime Meridian of the World, explore historic Flamsteed House, and unravel the mysteries of time and space.
Please note: due to current government guidelines, the Peter Harrison Planetarium is still currently closed to visitors. However, Royal Observatory astronomers are hosting regular virtual planetarium shows and live astronomy Q&A sessions online. Book a free session now
This month's highlights
Explore the fascinating mysteries of time and space
We are reopening
We can't wait to welcome you back to Royal Museums Greenwich. Find out everything you need to know ahead of your visit.
Treat yourself
Mementos for stargazers and time enthusiasts
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What our visitors say
'From the beginning of time to the movement of the stars.... from the navigation of the globe to the lives of the men and women that made it all possible.... it's here..... AND YOU CAN STRADDLE THE MERIDIAN.'
