Things to do in Greenwich

0.5 mile walk

Leave the peaceful surroundings of Abbey Wood Experience Freedom and stroll over to the Elizabeth Line and National Rail station. This is an accessible route and the station has step-free access to the platforms.

15-18 minute journey

Take a direct London-bound Southeastern or Thameslink train from platform 1. These run frequently throughout the day.

0.5 mile walk to the heart of Greenwich

Hop off at Maze Hill for the Royal Observatory and Greenwich Park or Greenwich station for the town centre and Cutty Sark. Both are served direct from Abbey Wood.

Straddle the eastern and western hemispheres in the heart of Greenwich. Discover the historic home of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). Head into the Royal Observatory and enjoy London’s only planetarium.

This is high-seas history you can touch. Step aboard the world’s last surviving 19th-century tea clipper. Visitors can explore life at sea, meet costumed characters from the ship's past, and admire the Thames from its towering masts.

London’s oldest Royal Park is one of the best. Climb up to the highest point of the park to stand next to the iconic General Wolfe statue. From here, your guests will get an absolutely breathtaking view of the River Thames and the glittering skyscrapers of Canary Wharf.

''Right on your doorstep in Abbey Wood. Explore the 12th-century abbey ruins, fossil beds and beautiful woodland walking trails''

‘‘Head to Woolwich Pier via the Elizabeth and hop on the Uber Boat to reach Greenwich, Canary Wharf, London Bridge, Embankment and more’’

‘‘A major London entertainment hub with concerts, restaurants, cinema, and the Up at The O2 roof‑walk experience’’

Some of Europe’s tallest skyscrapers greet you in this pristine area. Head up to the Crossrail Place Roof Garden. It’s a lush tropical escape with free entry. Combine this with great shopping and stunning waterfront dining.

Nearest Elizabeth Line station: Canary Wharf

Trendy spots blend with London’s working class heartland to breathe a vibrancy like nowhere else. Explore Brick Lane, walk around Old Spitalfields Market and sample street food.

Nearest Elizabeth Line stations: Whitechapel and Liverpool Street

Navigate the heart of Central London. Step outside to immediate access to Oxford Street for retail therapy, the theatres of the West End, or the quirky bars and restaurants of Soho.

Nearest Elizabeth Line stations: Tottenham Court Road and Bond Street

This breathtaking 18th-century baroque masterpiece features 40,000 square feet of hand-painted walls and ceilings. It's also a frequent filming location!

A stunning classical villa designed by Inigo Jones in 1616. It was the first classical building in England and now houses a world-class art collection.

The largest museum of its kind in the world. Best of all, entry is free, making it a fantastic place to spend a morning viewing real treasures, including the uniform Admiral Nelson wore at the Battle of Trafalgar.

The Royal Observatory loop

A classic walk starting from the Greenwich town gates up through Greenwich Park to the Observatory. The climb is rewarded with London’s most famous sweeping postcard view across the river to Canary Wharf and the City.

The Thames Path

A flat riverside walk heading east along the Thames Path away from the main tourist crowds. It gives your dog plenty of space to explore the sights and sounds of the river before you pull up at a dog-friendly pub for a refreshment.

Flat Maritime loop

An entirely flat, step-free route looping through the expansive, paved grounds of the Old Royal Naval College, past the Cutty Sark and along the wide riverside promenade. It features excellent smooth pathways, plenty of benches and fully accessible facilities.

Best parkrun

Avery Hill parkrun

This friendly, community-spirited 5k runs every Saturday morning. It features a brilliant three-lap course on smooth tarmac and grass paths through beautiful parkland.

5 miles from Abbey Wood, in Eltham

Greenwich Market

The covered market is open daily. Keep an eye out for their seasonal evening markets throughout the year, featuring live music, craft beers and illuminated street food stalls under the historic canopy.

Greenwich Theatre

A legendary local producing house known for its high-quality summer Shakespeare tradition, indie drama premieres and its famously spectacular, award-winning annual Winter Pantomime.