King William Walk Greenwich SE10 9HT
Mon to Sun 10:00 – 17:00 Last admission 16:15
Nearest DLR: Cutty Sark (closed until spring 2026) Thames Clipper to Greenwich Pier
60 - 90mins
Great focal point for a day out in Greenwich - and with the winter ice rink coming soon next to the Nautical museum Greenwich has a whole days worth of interesting stuff to do...
This is such a great experience and the beautiful Greenwich Park is a stones throw away for a picnic and park fun! The children's playground is fab and in the summer you can go in a boat on the little lake!
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About Cutty Sark
All aboard the Cutty Sark in Greenwich – a legendary sailing ship turned hands-on family adventure. Explore decks, cabins and clever exhibits, meet costumed characters, and snap a selfie beneath the towering copper hull. It’s fun, fascinating, and perfect for curious kids and sea-loving grown-ups alike.
Top tip from the KidRated team:
Try the family audio guide – it’s fun, funny, and keeps the kids hooked from bow to stern.
Quick Inspiration
Yes. There are interactive exhibits, character encounters and loads of space to explore. Great for curious kids aged 6 and up.
Ages 6 to 12 will get the most out of it, but there’s enough for under-5s and older kids too, especially as part of a full Greenwich day out.
It depends. If they like history, engineering or cool spaces, yes. If not, it’s still worth a quick visit before heading to the park or Observatory.
Yes, especially during weekends and holidays. Booking online is cheaper and guarantees entry.
Mostly. There are lifts to most levels and buggy parking, but some areas on the main deck aren’t fully accessible.
Yes. You’ll find both on the lower ground floor near the café.
Yes. Under the ship’s hull you’ll find a café serving drinks, cakes and kids’ meals in a really cool space.
Yes, just no flash. Some temporary exhibitions might have restrictions but most of the ship is fair game.
Most families stay between one and two hours. Longer if you’re doing all the family activities or stopping for lunch.
Yes. Look out for sea shanty sessions, character actors and hands-on activities, especially during school holidays.
Comfy shoes and layers. The deck can be breezy, and you’ll be climbing stairs and walking across wooden floors.
No. Most of the ship is inside or under cover. Only the top deck is open to the elements.
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The Cutty Sark is an easy to visit attraction because it's not too big. It's also in the middle of Greenwich so you can take your family to the nearby market for a bite to eat or visit Greenwich Park as part of your day out. The ship has been lovingly restored after the devastating fire a few years back. It still has original pieces which were luckily off the ship when it caught fire. The new structure underneath makes for an interesting view around the ship.