National Maritime Museum Tours

Glide by some of London’s must-see landmarks on a sightseeing cruise from Westminster to Greenwich on the Thames River. Step aboard your comfortable cruise boat at Westminster Pier and listen to the entertaining live commentary as you pass sights such as Shakespeare’s Globe, Tower Bridge, and the Tower of London. Drink in the views from the open or indoor deck, and at Greenwich, step ashore to visit attractions (own expense) such as the Cutty Sark or National Maritime Museum. Upgrade to include a return cruise back to Westminster.

Discover London’s top sights for one low price with the London Pass®. Choose from a 1-, 2-, 3-, 4-, 5-, 6-, or 10-day sightseeing credits package, and enjoy access to your London Pass straight from your mobile. Simply show it at the gate or ticket office to gain entrance to more than 80 attractions including Tower Bridge, Westminster Abbey, and the "View from the Shard." You also benefit from skip-the-line access at some of the city's top attractions like the London Zoo. Your pass also includes a hop-on hop-off bus tour, a Thames River cruise, a free guidebook packed with useful information, and valuable shopping and dining discounts. Please note: Enjoy the extra flexibility in case your travel plans need to change: All passes (purchased by December 31) are valid for two year from purchase date and only become activated with your first attraction visit. After activation your pass will be valid for 30 days and/or the remaining number of attraction choices purchased.

Save time and money by prebooking online for a Day Explorer pass that lets you visit London’s Royal Observatory and Cutty Sark in one outing. Maximize sightseeing time by avoiding having to buy two separate tickets, and explore as you wish. Straddle the eastern and western hemispheres and learn about great astronomers at the Observatory; and tour the celebrated Cutty Sark sailing ship to experience life aboard in the 1800s.

Unravel the secrets of Britain’s rich maritime history on a 3.5-hour small-group guided walking tour of the National Maritime Museum in Greenwich, the biggest of its kind in the world. Marvel over highlights like Turner's Battle of Trafalgar painting and the Trade gallery, learn about iconic vessels like the HMS Victory and the Royal Navy fleets, and be shocked by the history of Britain’s slave trade.

Head downriver from central London to the Royal Borough of Greenwich, for a half-day walking tour. Visit the Greenwich Royal Observatory in Greenwich Park, marvel at the Painted Hall in the Old Royal Naval College and tour the National Maritime Museum. After a coffee break at the Museum café, pick up some unique souvenirs from Greenwich Market, then explore aboard the recently restored Cutty Sark teaclipper.

Discover the cultural hub and maritime center of Greenwich on a 6.5-hour walking tour including lunch. Step aboard the legendary Cutty Sark, visit the home of Greenwich Mean Time at the Greenwich Royal Observatory, visit the recently-renovated Queen's House, and tour the National Maritime Museum and the Old Royal Naval College. Browse for bargains at the lively Greenwich market, then tuck into a traditional pub lunch overlooking the River Thames.

Discover one of London’s most atmospheric and history-saturated areas when you go on a private tour of Greenwich. Meet your guide at your London hotel, and travel via public transportation (own expense) to Greenwich. Visit the UNESCO-listed Old Royal Naval College and the National Maritime Museum; admire the Cutty Sark, a restored, 19th-century clipper ship; explore the Royal Observatory, where Sir Isaac Newton once worked; and enjoy the views overlooking London.

Avoid the crowds and enjoy a relaxed sightseeing experience of London on this 1.5- or 3-hour Thames River cruise from Westminster to Greenwich. As you listen to commentary provided by an onboard guide, you’ll glide past top London attractions including the London Eye, Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, and the Tower of London. Opt to make your own way back to central London after free time in Greenwich, a royal borough full of historic monuments, or upgrade to include a return cruise back to Westminster.  

Grand architecture, hilly parkland and narrow streets lined with quirky pubs and cafes are just some of the sights you can expect to see on this independent sightseeing tour of Greenwich. Spend a morning exploring the royal borough — one of only three in London — at your own pace. Simply select the attractions you want to visit. From the ‘Cutty Sark’ tea-clipper ship to the Royal Observatory, and then let your private driver arrange your itinerary for you.