National Maritime Museum, Greenwich

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Get up close to the jacket worn by Nelson when he was shot and fatally wounded at the Battle of Trafalgar, discover J.M.W. Turner’s largest and most controversial painting, and explore all fourteen incredible galleries — filled with fascinating objects and interactive exhibits.

With almost 2.5 million items in its collection including astronomical and navigational instruments, ship models and plans, uniforms and weapons, historical art, film, and photography, the National Maritime Museum in Greenwich is one of the largest maritime museums in the world.

Chill out in the Polar Worlds gallery and learn about the indigenous communities living in the Arctic and Antarctic. See a real Fijian canoe in the Pacific Encounters gallery, and find Yinka Shonibare’s giant Ship in a Bottle — one of the most photographed artworks in London!

A perfect day out for the whole family, the National Maritime Museum is packed with free and fun things to do.

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Events

Wednesday, 1st January 2025 - Wednesday, 31st December 2025

Drop-in workshop for all ages Family Trails and Backpacks at the National Maritime MuseumThere is loads for families to see and do at the National Maritime Museum. Pick up one of the family trails and explore objects, people and stories within the galleries
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Saturday, 29th March 2025 - Sunday, 4th January 2026

Discover the truth behind pirate life in a major new exhibition at the National Maritime MuseumPirates ExhibitionDiscover the truth behind pirate life in a major new exhibition at the National Maritime Museum.
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Wednesday, 23rd July 2025 - Sunday, 31st August 2025

Dive into an ocean adventure with FREE activities at the National Maritime Museum this summer!Ocean: Above and BelowDive into an ocean adventure with FREE activities at the National Maritime Museum this summer!
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Saturday, 30th August 2025 - Saturday, 30th August 2025

Saturday, 20th September 2025 - Saturday, 20th September 2025

Saturday, 18th October 2025 - Saturday, 18th October 2025

Saturday, 29th November 2025 - Saturday, 29th November 2025

Saturday, 27th December 2025 - Saturday, 27th December 2025

Safe Harbour is a series of free workshops created to provide a safe space for foster and adoptive families with children under 13 yearsSafe HarbourSafe Harbour is a series of free workshops created to provide a safe space for foster and adoptive families with children under 13 years.
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Monday, 1st September 2025 - Friday, 24th October 2025

Come and explore the Museum's collection through hands on creative activitiesDiscover SundaysCome and explore the Museum's collection through hands on creative activities.
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Monday, 1st September 2025 - Friday, 24th October 2025

Bring your under-5s on a different adventure every week!Play TuesdaysBring your little ones along for song, stories, and sensory play as we explore the Museum together.
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Friday, 12th September 2025 - Monday, 31st August 2026

See the world's greatest space photography at the National Maritime MuseumZWO Astronomy Photographer of the Year 17See the world's greatest space photography at the National Maritime Museum.
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Saturday, 13th September 2025 - Saturday, 13th September 2025

Saturday, 11th October 2025 - Saturday, 11th October 2025

Saturday, 8th November 2025 - Saturday, 8th November 2025

Saturday, 13th December 2025 - Saturday, 13th December 2025

Come along and enjoy this brand new sensory play session for children with special educational needsSENsory SailorsCome along and enjoy this brand new sensory play session for children with special educational needs.
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Friday, 19th September 2025 - Sunday, 21st September 2025

To mark the occasion of International Talk Like a Pirate Day, all friendly buccaneers are requested to join the swashbuckling fancy dress weekend!International Talk Like a Pirate DayTo mark the occasion of International Talk Like a Pirate Day, all friendly buccaneers are requested to join the swashbuckling fancy dress weekend at National Maritime Museum!
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Sunday, 26th October 2025 - Sunday, 26th October 2025

Sunday, 26th October 2025 - Monday, 3rd November 2025

Monday, 27th October 2025 - Monday, 27th October 2025

Tuesday, 28th October 2025 - Tuesday, 28th October 2025

Wednesday, 29th October 2025 - Wednesday, 29th October 2025

Thursday, 30th October 2025 - Thursday, 30th October 2025

Friday, 31st October 2025 - Friday, 31st October 2025

Saturday, 1st November 2025 - Saturday, 1st November 2025

Sunday, 2nd November 2025 - Sunday, 2nd November 2025

Free craft activities, science games and family-friendly tours: there's something different happening every day at the National Maritime Museum this hOctober half term at the National Maritime MuseumJourney down the river to Greenwich and take part in a range of STEM themed workshops at the National Maritime Museum this October half term!
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Facilities

Accessibility

  • Assistance dogs welcome
  • British Sign Language
  • Disabled access
  • Disabled toilets
  • Ear defenders available
  • Facilities for hearing impaired
  • Facilities for visually impaired
  • Staff Qualified in Deaf Awareness Training
  • Wheelchairs available

Booking & Payment Details

  • Credit cards accepted (no fee)
  • Free Entry

Catering

  • On-site light refreshments

Children

  • Baby changing facilities
  • Children welcome

Languages

  • French signs/guides
  • German signs/guides
  • Italian signs/guides
  • Spanish signs/guides

Property Facilities

  • Dogs not accepted (except guidedogs)
  • Gift shop
  • Passenger lift
  • Public toilets
  • Smoking not allowed
  • WiFi or internet access

Target Markets

  • Accepts groups
  • Coach parties accepted
  • Hen/Stag Dos Welcome

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Map & Directions

National Maritime Museum

Type:Museum - Maritime

Romney Road, Greenwich, London, SE10 9NF
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Awards

  • Other AwardsVisit Greenwich Partner Visit Greenwich Partner 2021

Opening Times

Open Daily (1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025)
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