Dive into an ocean adventure with FREE activities at the National Maritime Museum this summer!

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Dive into an ocean adventure at the National Maritime Museum this summer! 

Join in for storytelling sessions, craft workshops and interactive fun to learn about the wonders of the ocean, what goes on below the surface, and the journeys we’ve made across it.

Events are FREE and there's no need to book in advance. Most activities are suitable for all ages, although a few of the sessions are primarily designed for under 5s.

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  • Children welcome

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Ocean: Above and Below

Type:Children's Activity Event

National Maritime Museum, Romney Road, Greenwich, London, SE10 9NF

Opening Times

Ocean: Above and Below (23 July 2025 - 31 Aug 2025)
DayTimes
Tuesday - Sunday10:00 - 17:00
Play Outdoors (23 July 2025 - 31 Aug 2025)
DayTimes
Tuesday11:00 - 13:00
14:00 - 16:00
Themed Workshops (23 July 2025 - 31 Aug 2025)
DayTimes
Wednesday - Friday11:00 - 13:00
14:00 - 16:00
Sunday01:14 - 16:00
11:00 - 13:00
Character Encounters (23 July 2025 - 31 Aug 2025)
DayTimes
Saturday11:00 - 11:30
12:00 - 12:30
14:00 - 14:30
15:00 - 15:30

* FREE Admission

Awards

  • Other AwardsVisit Greenwich Partner Visit Greenwich Partner 2021

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