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The Royal Observatory, The Royal Observatory

Location pin

Royal Observatory Greenwich, Greenwich Park, London, SE10 8XJ - 

  • Users

    Up to
    120 standing

  • Table with chairs

    Offers
    catering

From its hilltop setting in Greenwich Park, the Royal Observatory commands breathtaking views of Canary Wharf and the City of London.

Home to Greenwich Mean Time, the Observatory houses one of the world’s finest collections of time-related scientific instruments. You’ll have the option to book horologists and astronomers to share their expertise with your guests. We can also arrange telescope viewings in the courtyard and guided tours of the Time Galleries.

Capacity & layout

Standing

Standing

up to 120

Dining

Dining

up to 60

Theatre

Theatre

up to 60

Catering & drinks

Catering arrangements

Catering arrangements

Space rules

Cancellation policy

100% refundable 1 day before the event

Location

Reviews

  • Chris Moore

    January 2024

    The Royal Observatory was a wonderful experience. I've always been interested in having the correct time. Even as a child I would ring the local correct time number often, this is now a hands on experience at the observatory. I enjoyed seeing the timeline of time pieces as well as the naval clocks that were a product of finding more accurate time pieces for navigation. I found out some interesting bits about the actual meridian as well. I highly recommend a visit to anyone interested in time and a chance to stand at 0° Longitude. I also visited Cutty Shark as part of package deal.

  • Chris Bradburry

    February 2024

    What a cool place! It’s hard to imagine the how hard it must’ve been long ago to figure out time and place, something we just take for granted today. This place goes a long way to explaining how it all came about. The museum itself is very well done, with some incredible artifacts that are still in place. The park itself is beautiful, and has incredible views of the London skyline, particularly on a day that we went, which was a rare clear day. Highly recommended!

  • Michael Solomon

    March 2024

    Nice afternoon spent at the Royal Observatory. The clock exhibition was very interesting. Some amazing views of London, managed to spot a hazy St Paul's Cathedral. Quite a steep walk up to the Observatory, but plenty of benches to rest at if required.

  • Rebecca Lee

    March 2024

    This has been on my bucket list for a while, and I really enjoyed it. Interesting museum, Prime Meridian, 1pm the dropping of the ball and epic views of London. Only disappointment was the planetarium was closed to the public for school trips. Bathroom facilities. Cafe. Pay and display parking available just outside (max 4hrs)

  • Anelis Glodean

    February 2024

    Nice place to visit, but don't be sad if you don't get to go inside the observatory as it's not that much of a wow moment place, in my opinion. I feel that I have seen different clocks and dials in other free museums. However, nothing beats the feeling knowing you are standing at the very 0° meridian and the place where great minds were put to work. Sorroundings and the gardens when the flowers are bloomed are beautiful, as well as the view over Greenwich University and The City.