Guidebook for Greater London
Sightseeing
For centuries, Greenwich has been the location for the scientific study of the stars and of timekeeping – originally for the benefit of efficient and safer sea navigation. As a result, this is where you’ll see the Greenwich Meridian line marked out, from which point the world’s time zones are measured. You can also see the incredible instruments with which astronomers made significant discoveries about our universe, long before the digital age.
612 locals recommend
Royal Observatory Greenwich
Blackheath AvenueFor centuries, Greenwich has been the location for the scientific study of the stars and of timekeeping – originally for the benefit of efficient and safer sea navigation. As a result, this is where you’ll see the Greenwich Meridian line marked out, from which point the world’s time zones are measured. You can also see the incredible instruments with which astronomers made significant discoveries about our universe, long before the digital age.
In Victorian times the Cutty Sark was the fastest ship carrying goods from the Far East to London – a tea clipper of great repute. Hence its prime location in retirement: in a dry dock at Greenwich, overlooking the Thames. In recent years it’s had a massive refurbishment and now you can explore the decks, clamber into a sailor’s bunk (don’t worry, the sailor’s long gone) and hear talks by costumed characters explaining what life was like onboard.
226 locals recommend
Cutty Sark for Maritime Greenwich station
In Victorian times the Cutty Sark was the fastest ship carrying goods from the Far East to London – a tea clipper of great repute. Hence its prime location in retirement: in a dry dock at Greenwich, overlooking the Thames. In recent years it’s had a massive refurbishment and now you can explore the decks, clamber into a sailor’s bunk (don’t worry, the sailor’s long gone) and hear talks by costumed characters explaining what life was like onboard.
Drinks & Nightlife
Although its thunder has been stolen by the newer Old Brewery, the Greenwich Union remains the spiritual home of Alistair Hook’s Meantime mission to bring German-style beers to the British public.
28 locals recommend
The Greenwich Union
56 Royal HillAlthough its thunder has been stolen by the newer Old Brewery, the Greenwich Union remains the spiritual home of Alistair Hook’s Meantime mission to bring German-style beers to the British public.
Rather than make cask-conditioned English ales for an already crowded market, Alastair Hook and his team at Meantime specialise in more unusual artisan beers.
42 locals recommend
The Old Brewery
Rather than make cask-conditioned English ales for an already crowded market, Alastair Hook and his team at Meantime specialise in more unusual artisan beers.
Beautifully decorated with vintage photographs, colourful furniture and an outdoor patio that could rival any in London, the Richard I pub in Greenwich is an easy-going bar that's become a favourite den for locals and tourists alike. Offering a bar full of real ales and craft beers, the chefs have worked tirelessly to compose a menu bursting with tradition and all the homely feelings we associate with British comfort food. Think heart steaks, delicious burgers and freshly produced fish & chips.
25 locals recommend
Richard I
52/54 Royal HillBeautifully decorated with vintage photographs, colourful furniture and an outdoor patio that could rival any in London, the Richard I pub in Greenwich is an easy-going bar that's become a favourite den for locals and tourists alike. Offering a bar full of real ales and craft beers, the chefs have worked tirelessly to compose a menu bursting with tradition and all the homely feelings we associate with British comfort food. Think heart steaks, delicious burgers and freshly produced fish & chips.
Virgin Atlantic and Delta have combined to create the NY-Lon Lounge, a cosmopolitan destination that celebrates the vibrancy of New York and London. Found in the heart of the O2 Arena, you can expect nothing but the finest service at this contemporary space for cocktails and nibbles. There are several bookable areas to consider, including the plush VIP Lounge and a Secret Meeting Room full of intrigue.
NY-LON
Peninsula SquareVirgin Atlantic and Delta have combined to create the NY-Lon Lounge, a cosmopolitan destination that celebrates the vibrancy of New York and London. Found in the heart of the O2 Arena, you can expect nothing but the finest service at this contemporary space for cocktails and nibbles. There are several bookable areas to consider, including the plush VIP Lounge and a Secret Meeting Room full of intrigue.
A traditional style wine bar giving off that charmingly old-fashioned feel, Davy's Wine Vaults takes you back to the times of yesteryear as you sample the impressive assortment of over 100 vinos of young and old. As well as serving up deliciously fresh food dishes and wonderful wine, the notoriously hospitable staff at Davy's are also clued up on the lengthy wine lists, so should you have any questions you'll be in very safe hands.
48 locals recommend
Davy's Wine Vaults - Greenwich
161 Greenwich High RdA traditional style wine bar giving off that charmingly old-fashioned feel, Davy's Wine Vaults takes you back to the times of yesteryear as you sample the impressive assortment of over 100 vinos of young and old. As well as serving up deliciously fresh food dishes and wonderful wine, the notoriously hospitable staff at Davy's are also clued up on the lengthy wine lists, so should you have any questions you'll be in very safe hands.
Food Scene
An historic pub known for its amazing views of the river and Canary Wharf skyline, The Cutty Sark is beautiful down to every last detail. With over two-hundred years of stories to tell, there’s a cosy and inviting ambience to this place matched by the sweeping views, cracking pub grub and extensive range of boozy tipples.
Cutty Sark Restaurant
38 Greenwich Church StAn historic pub known for its amazing views of the river and Canary Wharf skyline, The Cutty Sark is beautiful down to every last detail. With over two-hundred years of stories to tell, there’s a cosy and inviting ambience to this place matched by the sweeping views, cracking pub grub and extensive range of boozy tipples.
The name pretty much says it all at this Greenwich restaurant and bar - the third from reputable Champagne importer French Bubbles and artisanal cheesemonger Une Normande à Londres. The menu does extend beyond the eponymous options, so expect charcuterie boards, salads, desserts and Hop Stuff beer from Woolwich, too.
Champagne + Fromage - Covent Garden
22 Wellington StThe name pretty much says it all at this Greenwich restaurant and bar - the third from reputable Champagne importer French Bubbles and artisanal cheesemonger Une Normande à Londres. The menu does extend beyond the eponymous options, so expect charcuterie boards, salads, desserts and Hop Stuff beer from Woolwich, too.
Ecuadorian owners give The Hill a Latin influence, but the food sticks more or less to a Mediterranean theme. Expect dishes such as tricolore salads, hand-carved Iberico ham, pastas, pizzas and cariucho de pollo. South America does feature too, though, in weekly specials and in empanadas, Ecuadorian ceviche and lomo a la pimienta - Argentinian fillet steak with peppercorn sauce.
35 locals recommend
The Hill
89 Royal HillEcuadorian owners give The Hill a Latin influence, but the food sticks more or less to a Mediterranean theme. Expect dishes such as tricolore salads, hand-carved Iberico ham, pastas, pizzas and cariucho de pollo. South America does feature too, though, in weekly specials and in empanadas, Ecuadorian ceviche and lomo a la pimienta - Argentinian fillet steak with peppercorn sauce.
First opened in 1952, the site of Goddard’s Greenwich pie and mash shop was bought out by Gourmet Burger Kitchen in 2007. Yet after a few years conquering the wholesale market, a shiny new shop opened in 2012 and Goddards is once again one of London’s most popular pie shops. The mash and liquor are practically perfect, though the pies are generally dry with a dense pastry base. There’s also a huge range of fillings including steak and ale, and lamb and rosemary.
33 locals recommend
Goddards at Greenwich
22 King William WalkFirst opened in 1952, the site of Goddard’s Greenwich pie and mash shop was bought out by Gourmet Burger Kitchen in 2007. Yet after a few years conquering the wholesale market, a shiny new shop opened in 2012 and Goddards is once again one of London’s most popular pie shops. The mash and liquor are practically perfect, though the pies are generally dry with a dense pastry base. There’s also a huge range of fillings including steak and ale, and lamb and rosemary.
Arts & Culture
From Nelson’s heroics to ocean-liner glamour to pirate escapades, this museum has something to fascinate all ages. The cafe and brasserie have fantastic food!
373 locals recommend
National Maritime Museum
Romney RoadFrom Nelson’s heroics to ocean-liner glamour to pirate escapades, this museum has something to fascinate all ages. The cafe and brasserie have fantastic food!