Get hands-on with a telescope and discover fascinating facts about the Universe at the Royal Observatory Greenwich!

About

Get hands-on with a telescope and discover fascinating facts about the Universe at the Royal Observatory Greenwich!

Every weekend the space-tastic team of Observatory Explainers will be around the site, delivering live science demonstrations and astronomy sessions for all ages.

All activities are included with entry to the Royal Observatory, and you can drop in any time that sessions are running. Check out the highlights below for a taste of what's on offer.

Whether you're searching for answers about life in the Universe or are just curious about what it's like to look through a telescope, head to the Royal Observatory this summer.

* Suitable for all ages unless specified.

Book Tickets

Guide Prices

Ticket TypeTicket Tariff
Adult from£18.00 per ticket
Child (Ages 4-1) from£9.00 per ticket
Child (Under 4)Free
Young Person / Student from£12.00 per ticket

* Admission included with Royal Observatory ticket.

Book Tickets Online

Facilities

Booking & Payment Details

  • Credit cards accepted (no fee)

Children

  • Children welcome

TripAdvisor

TripAdvisor

TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:

4 of 5 stars
    • Excellent
      1607
    • Very Good
      1324
    • Average
      502
    • Poor
      146
    • Terrible
      74

    Recent Reviews:

      Map & Directions

      Observatory Unlocked

      Type:Children's Activity Event

      Royal Observatory, Blackheath Avenue, Greenwich, London, SE10 8XJ

      TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

      TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 3653 reviews3653 reviews
      Close window

      Call direct on:

      Tel+44 (0)20 8312 6608

      Check availability for Observatory Unlocked (opens in a new window)

      Opening Times

      Observatory Unlocked (9 Mar 2024 - 30 June 2024)
      DayTimes
      Saturday - Sunday11:00 - 14:30

      Awards

      • Other AwardsVisit Greenwich Partner Visit Greenwich Partner 2021

      What's Nearby

      1. Make the most of your day out with a Royal Museums Greenwich Day Pass and get access to…

        0 miles away
      2. The Royal Observatory Greenwich is home of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) and the Prime…

        0 miles away
      3. Greenwich Park has a rich history that dates back to Roman times and s an amazing mix of…

        0.13 miles away
      4. The Queen’s House is home to an internationally renowned art collection, Inigo Jones’…

        0.26 miles away
      1. The National Maritime Museum holds the world’s largest maritime collection telling…

        0.3 miles away
      2. AHOY! Children's Gallery is a fun-filled children’s gallery for 0-7s.

        0.3 miles away
      3. Greenwich Theatre is one of London’s premiere Off-West End theatres, presenting a…

        0.3 miles away
      4. Greenwich’s Fan Museum is the only museum in the UK devoted to the history of fans and…

        0.3 miles away
      5. Ranger’s House is an elegant Georgian villa on the boundary of Greenwich Park and…

        0.31 miles away
      6. University of Greenwich Galleries consists of three exhibition spaces on the Greenwich…

        0.35 miles away
      7. The Painted Hall is a true masterpiece, boasting one of the most spectacular Baroque…

        0.41 miles away
      8. The Chapel of St Peter and St Paul is a beautiful and peaceful place to visit. Still an…

        0.41 miles away
      9. St Alfege is the Anglican parish church in the centre of Greenwich. There has been a…

        0.41 miles away
      10. With access to the Old Royal Naval College's jaw-dropping Painted Hall, a climb up The…

        0.41 miles away
      11. Sir Christopher Wren's riverside masterpiece: a British landmark encompassing some of the…

        0.42 miles away
      12. The Admiral's House is the oldest building within the Old Royal Naval College grounds.

        0.47 miles away
      Previous Next