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Exploring the Cosmos at the Royal Observatory Greenwich

When it comes to astronomy, it doesnu2019t matter how old you are u2013 the night sky will always have a special place in your heart. Hereu2019s how to make the best out of your one-day escapade to the Royal Observatory Greenwich!

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Exploring the Cosmos at the Royal Observatory Greenwich

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  1. Exploring the Cosmos at the Royal Observatory Greenwich When it comes to astronomy, it doesn’t matter how old you are – the night sky will always have a special place in your heart. Here’s how to make the best out of your one-day escapade to the Royal Observatory Greenwich!

  2. About the Royal Observatory Greenwich Known as the oldest scientific research facility in Great Britain, the Royal Observatory Greenwich is the powerhouse of British astronomy. With its long history dating back to 1675, this observatory played a major role in the development of world astronomy. Getting There If you’re planning to have a quick astronomy getaway at the Royal Observatory Greenwich, did you know that you have four options to do so from any of the​​hotels in North West London​? ● By Train Want to take the train? Head off to either the Greenwich DLR and train station, Blackheath railway station, Cutty Sark DLR, or the Maze Hill train. All of which is only a

  3. 15 to 20-minute walk away from the observatory. ● By Bus If you prefer the bus, Buses 53, 54, 202, and 380 take regular routes across the observatory. ● By Car If you prefer to use a car, a paid parking space is available at the nearby National Maritime Museum. Parking charges range from £3 for an hour to £15 for a whole day. Here’s a quick heads-up, there are limited parking spaces near the observatory itself. You can try and find several off-street paid parking areas in Burney Street and Park Row.

  4. ● By Boat Yes, you read that right – by boat. Visit the historic observatory the old-fashioned way by sailing down from River Thames to Greenwich Pier. You can also read: ​Sliding Down from the Sky: ArcelorMittal Orbit and the Peak of London Admission Charges Given the out-of-this-world (pun intended) services that the Royal Observatory Greenwich provides, they don’t come for free. For starters, here’s a quick pricing guide for Royal Observatory Greenwich’s tickets: ● For children - £7.20 to £8.00 per ticket ● For adults - £14.40 to £16.00 per ticket ● Student price is also available

  5. To make your experience more informative and convenient, your admission ticket also comes with an audio guide. When to Visit If you’re planning to visit the Royal Observatory Greenwich, their operating hours start from 10:00 to 17:00. However, the observatory extends its operating hours to 18:00 every Easter to September. What to Expect Want to make your observatory trip astronomer-approved? Don’t miss these top five activities that will satisfy your astronomy-loving self! ● Stand at the World’s Prime Meridian ● Admire the Great Equatorial Telescope ● Virtually explore the cosmos at Peter Harrison Planetarium

  6. ● Get up close with a 4.5 billion-year-old meteorite ● Time-telling with its iconic time ball If you’re looking for a quick London getaway that’s both satisfying to the eyes and the mind, the Royal Observatory Greenwich might be the perfect place for you while a resident at any of the ​Best western hotels London​.

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