Family Friendly

The Royal Borough of Greenwich is a truly family friendly destination. To begin with it’s one of London’s greenest boroughs, with a huge number of delightful parks and open spaces to freely roam and explore in the fresh air.

Head to Greenwich Park, London's oldest enclosed Royal Park, home to the Meridian Line at the Royal Observatory and part of the Maritime Greenwich UNESCO World Heritage Site. A spectacular 183 acres of beautiful rolling landscaped parkland, uniquely placed to give brilliant views of London, it also has a brilliant playground for the kids, a boating lake, as well as the immaculate rose, flower and herb gardens. There’s even a wilderness enclosure where you and the little ones can get up close to a small herd of Fallow and Red deer - supposedly the descendants of the deer originally introduced by Henry VIII!

Around the corner is the vibrant Greenwich Market, showcasing stalls of the best designer makers in the area and interesting antiques and collectibles woven amongst local independent shops and the international Food Court that delivers mouth-watering food to go.

For rainy days, just on the edge of Greenwich Park, the National Maritime Museum dives into Britain’s nautical past featuring a multitude of galleries and some excellent interactive children’s exhibits. You’ll find a host of seasonal exhibitions and featured events, both here and next door at The Queen’s House art gallery, home to the main display of the National Maritime Museum’s art collection. Greenwich is also home to the beautiful and iconic Cutty Sark, where you can go aboard and get a taste of life at sea on the world's only surviving tea clipper!

Continue the nautical theme by hopping on an Uber Boat by Thames Clippers to connect to other major hubs in the Borough, Greenwich Peninsula and Woolwich Arsenal and travel through the awesome Thames Barrier, London's vital flood defense mechanism.

Just 8 minutes down river by boat is Greenwich Peninsula. Where modern architecture surrounds the world’s most popular entertainment venue, The O2, in what has become an exciting futuristic 21st century space. As well as the offering of live shows from the world’s most in demand performers, international sports tournaments, and touring exhibitions, there’s also London's biggest cinema and wall-to-wall trampolining at Oxgen Freejumping. Adventure-loving families can also attempt to climb to the summit of the iconic white tent at Up at The O2.

Two minutes walk away is the Emirates Air Line cable car which offers outstanding 360º views of the city skyline while flying 90m above the river Thames. On the other side of the Peninsula you can try your hand at CrazyPutt London's Adventure Golf. This family-friendly course is inspired by 18 famous holes from around the world including The Belfry, Wentworth, Augusta, K-Club and the home of golf – St Andrews! As well as having to navigate the usual patches of rough and bunkers, you'll have to work your way across a number of fun rafts and bridges.

For all of our family-friendly things to do in Greenwich, check out our full list below.

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Eltham Palace and Gardens

Address

Court Yard, Eltham, London, SE9 5QE

Telephone
+44 (0)20 8294 2548

Eltham.Palace@english-heritage.org.uk

Eltham

Once a favoured medieval palace and then a Tudor royal residence, Eltham Palace was transformed by eccentric millionaires Stephen and Virginia Courtauld. Discover the Courtauld’s extravagant lifestyle as you explore their stylish home which…
Royal Observatory

Address

Blackheath Avenue, Greenwich, London, SE10 8XJ

Telephone
+44 (0)20 8312 6608

bookings@rmg.co.uk

Greenwich

Visit the Royal Observatory in Greenwich. Home of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), the Prime Meridian of the world and London’s only Planetarium.
The Painted Hall

Address

King William Walk, Greenwich, London, SE10 9NN

Telephone
+44 (0)20 8269 4799

boxoffice@ornc.org

Greenwich

Known as the 'UK's Sistine Chapel', The Painted Hall is a true masterpiece, boasting one of the most spectacular Baroque interiors in Europe. The extraordinary ceiling and wall decorations were conceived and executed by British artist Sir James…
City Cruises

Address

Greenwich Pier, Greenwich, London, SE10 9HT

Telephone
+44 (0)20 7740 0400

info@citycruises.com

Greenwich

City Cruises depart every 30 minutes, every day of the week, all year round from four fantastic piers near Westminster, London Eye, Tower of London and Greenwich. Boats are designed to give you the best vantage point of river life. Enjoy the views…
National Maritime Museum

Address

Romney Road, Greenwich, Greenwich, London, SE10 9NF

Telephone
+44 (0)20 8312 6608

bookings@rmg.co.uk

Greenwich

Discover epic stories of exploration and endeavour that have shaped our world at the National Maritime Museum in Greenwich.
Royal Museums Greenwich Day Pass

Address

Blackheath Avenue, Greenwich, London, SE10 8XJ

Telephone
+44 (0)20 8312 6608

bookings@rmg.co.uk

Greenwich

Make the most of your day out with a Royal Museums Greenwich Day Pass and get access to both Cutty Sark and the Royal Observatory!
Charlton Athletic Football Club

Address

The Valley, Floyd Road, Charlton, London, SE7 8BL

Telephone
+44 (0)20 8333 4040

info@cafc.co.uk

Charlton

Charlton Athletic Football Club is at the Valley ground near the Thames Barrier. The club has a long history and is known for its’ family friendly atmosphere. If you’re a fan, or even if you are not, you can see great football for a very reasonable…
Cutty Sark

Address

Cutty Sark Gardens, Greenwich, London, SE10 9HT

Telephone
+44 (0)20 8312 6608

bookings@rmg.co.uk

Greenwich

Visit Cutty Sark, the fastest ship of its time. Now an award-winning visitor attraction in Greenwich, London.
The O2

Address

Peninsula Square, Greenwich Peninsula, London, SE10 0DX

Telephone
+44 (0)20 8463 2000

customerservices@theo2.co.uk

Greenwich Peninsula

The O2 is a large entertainment district on the Greenwich Peninsula in South East London. It is home to The O2 Arena, indigo at The O2, ICON Outlet, Cineworld, Oxygen Freejumping, an exhibition space and a street full of bars and restaurants.
Peter Harrison Planetarium

Address

Blackheath Avenue, Greenwich, London, SE10 8XJ

Telephone
+44 (0)20 8312 6608

bookings@rmg.co.uk

Greenwich

Fly to the heart of the Sun, go to distant galaxies, see the birth of a star or land on Mars. Take a tour of the Universe and experience the wonders of the night sky with expert commentary.
Old Royal Naval College

Address

King William Walk, Greenwich, London, SE10 9NN

Telephone
+44 (0)20 8269 4799

boxoffice@ornc.org

Greenwich

The Old Royal Naval College is Sir Christopher Wren's riverside masterpiece: a British landmark encompassing some of the finest buildings in the world. Home to the newly conserved Painted Hall and the neoclassical Chapel of St Peter and St Paul.
The Greenwich Card

Address

London

With access to the Old Royal Naval College's jaw-dropping Painted Hall, a climb up The O2, and access to the hop-on hop-off boat, your Greenwich day out is sorted!
The Queen's House Ice Rink

Address

Romney Road, Greenwich, London, SE10 9NF

Telephone
+44 (0)20 8312 6608

bookings@rmg.co.uk

Greenwich

Discover the Queen's House Ice Rink, the most beautiful outdoor ice skating location in London.
Woolwich Works

Address

Woolwich, London

hello@woolwich.works

Woolwich

London's newest creative district.
Chapel of St Peter and St Paul

Address

King William Walk, Greenwich, London, SE10 9NN

Telephone
+44 (0)20 8269 4799

boxoffice@ornc.org

Greenwich

Part of the Old Royal Naval College, the Chapel of St Peter and St Paul is a beautiful and peaceful place to visit. Still an active place of worship, the Chapel also holds regular lunchtime recitals from the local Trinity Laban students.
The Queen's House

Address

Romney Road, Greenwich, London, SE10 9NF

Telephone
+44 (0)20 8312 6608

bookings@rmg.co.uk

Greenwich

Visit The Queen’s House in Greenwich, London. Home to an internationally renowned art collection, Inigo Jones’ architectural masterpiece is the first Classical building in the UK. Free entry.
Woolwich Contemporary Print Fair

Address

The Fireworks Factory, Royal Arsenal, Woolwich, London, SE18 6HD

info@woolwichprintfair.com

Woolwich

Woolwich Contemporary Print Fair featuring some of the worlds most renowned printmakers and best emerging artist talent. Works of art, partner studios, food & drink, interior concept room, tours, talks & demonstrations.
Now in its sixth year,…
Greenwich Heritage Centre

Address

Charlton House, Charlton Road, Charlton, London, SE7 8RE

Telephone
+44 (0)20 8854 2452

heritage.centre@rght.org.uk

Charlton

Royal Greenwich Heritage Trust collection is stored at the Museum Collections and Archive of the Royal borough of Greenwich, in its new home in Charlton.
This facility and research space is now open to the public by appointment only, any questions…
Greenwich Park

Address

Greenwich Park, Greenwich, London, SE10 8QY

Telephone
+44 (0)300 061 2380

greenwich@royalparks.org.uk

Greenwich

Overlooking the River Thames and home to some of London’s most iconic views, Greenwich Park is an amazing mix of 17th century landscape, stunning gardens and a rich history that dates back to Roman times.
Charlton House

Address

Charlton Road, Charlton, London, SE7 8RE

Telephone
+44 (0)20 8856 3951

info@rght.org.uk

Charlton

Built during the reign of James I, Charlton House is the finest and best preserved Jacobean Mansion in London.