Cutty Sark
Cutty Sark
Royal Museums Greenwich · London
Climb aboard the world's last surviving tea clipper and explore beneath its gleaming hull suspended in glass. Children discover what life was like for Victorian sailors, handle cargo, and stand where the ship's wheel once turned. The setting in Greenwich is perfect for a full day out.
Pre-schoolers (3–5)Primary (6–10)Tweens & teens (11–16)Mid-range (££)IndoorHalf day
Why families love it
- Walk beneath the ship's gleaming hull
- Explore restored deck and crew quarters
- Interactive cargo handling activities
Best for
Families fascinated by ships, sailing history, and hands-on maritime exploration.
Good to know
In Greenwich, easily combined with the park and Observatory. Nearest stations Cutty Sark DLR and Greenwich mainline. Café on-site.
Practical info
- Age guidance
- Engaging for ages 4+; younger children enjoy climbing around the ship even without full understanding.
- Typical cost
- Around £15-18 adults, £7-9 children, under-5s free; combined tickets with Observatory available.
- How long to allow
- Allow 1.5-2 hours to fully explore the ship and exhibits.
- Last checked
- June 2026