Independent Shops

Wandering among the picturesque streets of Maritime Greenwich is one of the best shopping experiences in London. Brimming with historic character and charm, you’ll love shopping around the crafts and creative maker stalls of Greenwich Market and finding brilliant independent shops in the surrounding streets and alleys, as well as digging for unique finds at vintage and antiques sellers.

Among the many shops waiting to be discovered, you’ll find chic boutiques like wallpaper and fabric specialists - Pickwick Papers and stylish homewares & lifestyle like Lush Designs and Tailor & Forge.

As gift shopping is a sacred holiday tradition and to complete any visit to Greenwich, you’ll find the perfect souvenir from the brilliant gift shops operating inside our brilliant attractions.

Get superb souvenirs, like a portable telescope at the Royal Observatory, some exotic tea from Cutty Sark or a model ship at the National Maritime Museum. At the Old Royal Naval College, there are two fantastic gift shops, one by the entrance to the Painted Hall, and another at the Visitor Centre. The Fan Museum's excellent gift shop features some fabulous fans reflecting over 20 years of exhibitions of curating, creating and collecting for UK’s only museum dedicated to the hand fan.

If you are keen to buy something that supports local artisans while reflecting the cultural diversity of the area, ‘Made in Greenwich’ sells the work of more than 60 artists, makers and food entrepreneurs. You’ll find beautiful gifts and treats from local honey and ceramics to award-winning botanicals from Wolfe’s Shrubs to willow-work bird feeders and hand-crafted jewellery made from pottery salvaged from the river Thames.