Go on an epic family adventure of discovery across the seas and through the Universe at Cutty Sark, the National Maritime Museum and the Queen's House.

 

Santa's Grotto at the Queen's House

Meet Santa and travel through a magical wonderland with the Snow Queen at the Queen's House this Christmas.

Launch into the place for space

Blast off to Royal Museums Greenwich this October half term for a full programme of space-themed fun across our sites, perfect for all ages.

Sign up to the families e-newsletter

Be the first to hear about exciting events and activities for little ones at our Museums.

Plan your visit

Tickets and prices

Please book tickets online in advance wherever possible. 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

Shop

Find the perfect Cutty Sark gift, from books and prints to models, toys and games. Visit us on board or shop online.

Shop online

Find the perfect print

Tickets and Opening

Advance booking recommended

  • Greenwich Station
  • Cutty Sark DLR
  • Maze Hill Station
  • Greenwich Pier

What’s on

Find great events for families in Greenwich.

Family fun

Character Encounters at the National Maritime Museum

Visit the National Maritime Museum every Saturday to discover a different character from history with their own fascinating story to tell
Every Saturday
Free
National Maritime Museum
Family fun

Character Actors at the Queen's House

Meet historical characters connected to the Queen's House and take part in exciting performances
Sundays | 12pm, 1pm, 2pm and 3pm
Free
Queen's House
Family fun

Cutty Sark Characters

Meet colourful characters from Cutty Sark’s past and hear astonishing stories about life at sea in the age of sail
Weekends during term time | Check schedule below for school holidays
Included with entry to Cutty Sark
Cutty Sark
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 fun

SENsory Sailors

Come along and enjoy this brand new sensory play session for children under 13 years with special educational needs
Second Saturday of the month | 11am-12.30pm
Free | Pre-booking required
National Maritime Museum
Family fun | Experiences | Space and astronomy

Astronomers Take Over

This brand-new interactive gallery gives curious minds aged 4 to 104 the space to play, learn and explore!
Dates and times vary: check ticketing page for full details | 10am-5pm
Experience + planetarium: Adult: £18 | Child: £16 | Experience only: £8
National Maritime Museum
Family fun | Experiences | Space and astronomy

Unboxing the Universe

Blast off on an unforgettable journey through space in this exciting science theatre show, and answer some big questions about the Universe along the way
Sat 14 & Sun 15 Nov | Sat 12 & Sun 13 Dec | 11.30pm and 1.30pm
£8 for adult / child / student ticket
National Maritime Museum
Family fun | Space and astronomy

Astronomy LEGO brick club

Join us for a LEGO brick building club themed around the night sky
Term Time: Fridays from 2.30-4.30pm | Holidays: Fridays 1.30-4.30pm | Except 18 December 2026
Free
National Maritime Museum
Experiences | Christmas

Santa’s Grotto at the Queen’s House

Meet Santa and travel through a magical wonderland with the Snow Queen at the Queen's House this Christmas
Saturday 14 November - Thursday 24 December 2026
Early bird: £27 per person | General tickets: £30 | Members: £25 | Under 1s: Free
Queen's House
Experiences | Christmas

Santa's Grotto at the Queen's House relaxed sessions

All relaxed sessions for seeing Santa at the Queen's House are now sold out
Sunday 15 November to Friday 18 December 2026
Child and an accompanying adult: £30 | Additional adult or child: £30 | Family Member child and accompanying adult: £27 | Additional adult or child Family Member: £27 | (+£3 booking fee per transaction)
Queen's House
Family fun

Safe Harbour

Safe Harbour is a series of free workshops created to provide a safe space for foster and adoptive families with children under 13
Last Saturday of the month | 12.30-2.30pm
Ticketed | Free
National Maritime Museum
Events and festivals | Experiences

Crossings: Hidden Passages

Join us for an afternoon of dance in the Queen's House, connecting architecture, maritime history and migration
Saturday 28 November 2026 | 1pm and 3pm | Performances last 45 minutes
Free
Queen's House
Family fun | Experiences | Space and astronomy

Unboxing the Universe relaxed performance

This relaxed performance of Unboxing the Universe is dedicated to children who are neurodivergent, along with their families and carers
Wednesday 30 December 2026 | 1.30–2.30pm
Adults: £5 | Children: £5 | Carers free
National Maritime Museum

Family Membership

Join today and give your family the freedom to explore Cutty Sark and the Royal Observatory, plus special exhibitions at the National Maritime Museum for a whole year.

Choose your tickets

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£22
Child£11
MembersFree
BOOK NOW

Family-friendly experience

Astronomers Take Over

  • Meet real astronomers
  • Learn about Mars rovers
  • Walk through a galaxy box
  • Add an optional planetarium experience
Experience + planetarium£18 / £16
Experience only£8
Members experience + planetarium£14 / £12
Members experience only£6
BOOK NOW

Royal Museums Greenwich Day Pass

  • Save with a combo ticket
  • Entry to Cutty Sark
  • Entry to Royal Observatory
  • Guaranteed entry time
Adult£38
Child£19
BOOK NOW

Become a Member

  • Unlimited entry all year
  • Cutty Sark
  • Special exhibitions
Direct DebitOne-off
Individual: £48£58
Family: from £56From £66
JOIN TODAY

National Maritime Museum

  • Guaranteed entry time
  • Access to all free galleries and activities
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 weekdaysFREE
Weekends & holidays£5
BOOK NOW

Queen's House

  • Historic house
  • Internationally renowned art
  • Stunning architecture
  • Armada Portrait of Elizabeth I
  • Free tours and audio guides
Free entry
Book online
BOOK NOW