An increasing number of
tourists are making sure that they include Greenwich in their itinerary when
they visit London. The place is recognized for its scenic attractions, as well
as for its royal heritage and its incredibly interesting sights.
There are many first rate Oxford Street hotels
in Central London. If you use the South Eastern rail line from Central London,
you can get to Greenwich in less than ten minutes.
If you are bringing your kids
with you, make sure to visit the following top attractions:
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The
Cutty Sark
Going on board the Cutty Sark
is an experience your kids are not likely to forget easily.
In 1843, tea-clippers were the
rage. During this period, there was a huge demand for tea from China. The tea
clipper, a fast sailing vessel very similar to a yacht, was designed to assure
the fast transport of tea from China. It had a square rig and three masts.
Today, the Cutty Sark is the
only tea clipper of its kind that has survived. During her prime, this
tea-clipper was considered the fastest sea transport, breaking all records for
ocean travel. Your kids will relish reliving the ship’s glory days by going on
board, taking in breath-taking views of the River Thames, and experiencing
taking control of the steering wheel.
Old
Royal Naval College
From the Cutty Sark, you can
take a leisurely walk to the Old Navy College, enjoy a snack, buy some
souvenirs, and take a peek at the attractions that this destination has to
offer. Make sure that you drop by the famous Chapel of St. Peter and St. Paul.
The
National Maritime Museum
The National Maritime Museum is
considered as among the largest maritime museums in the world. It demonstrates
why Britain was considered a supreme maritime leader for centuries. Your kids
will find it an amazing experience to learn about Admiral Horatio Nelson and
other renowned figures in the Royal Navy.
Greenwich
Park
Found near the National
Maritime Museum, Greenwich Park sits on top of a hill. You get to see an
amazing view of the River Thames and of Central London. The park is one of the
few incredible world heritage sites today. It houses the Prime Meridian Line as
well as the old Royal Observatory.
Royal Observatory Greenwich
Your kids will be thrilled to
visit the Royal Observatory Greenwich. The trip will give them the chance to
look through the largest refracting telescope in the entire Great Britain. They
can see – and even touch – an asteroid estimated to be about 4.5 billion years
old. They can learn about some of the earliest scientific inventions the world
has known.
A visit to London is more enjoyable if you stay in a hotel that is
conveniently located. Make sure that you opt for Regency House Hotel London
so you can enjoy all these attractions through the ease provided by London’s
bus network as well as its Tube.
