Guidebook for London
Food Scene
Great market! Food stalls are for everyone's taste and vegan/vegetarian options available. The food is very delicious and you can usually try some before buying. Apart from food, depending on the day there are handmade goods and antiques on sale. Also, unique shops surrounds the market, from sweets to shoes.
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Greenwich
5B Greenwich MarketGreat market! Food stalls are for everyone's taste and vegan/vegetarian options available. The food is very delicious and you can usually try some before buying. Apart from food, depending on the day there are handmade goods and antiques on sale. Also, unique shops surrounds the market, from sweets to shoes.
Parks & Nature
Greenwich Park was the first royal park in London to be enclosed.
In 1433 Henry V’s brother, the Duke of Gloucester, was granted a licence to “empark” the land and enclose it within a wall. He also built a manor house in the park and the house was later rebuilt as Greenwich Palace by Henry VII.
The park currently covers an area of 73 hectares (183 acres).
Fact: The Duke of Gloucester (founder of Greenwich Park) left a vast collection of manuscripts to Oxford University which formed the basis of the famous Bodleian Library. His wife was suspected of being a witch and Henry VI committed her for high treason.
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Greenwich Park
Greenwich Park was the first royal park in London to be enclosed.
In 1433 Henry V’s brother, the Duke of Gloucester, was granted a licence to “empark” the land and enclose it within a wall. He also built a manor house in the park and the house was later rebuilt as Greenwich Palace by Henry VII.
The park currently covers an area of 73 hectares (183 acres).
Fact: The Duke of Gloucester (founder of Greenwich Park) left a vast collection of manuscripts to Oxford University which formed the basis of the famous Bodleian Library. His wife was suspected of being a witch and Henry VI committed her for high treason.
Sightseeing
Check out the Royal Observatory Greenwich, and stand astride the Prime Meridian: The line that divides the world’s eastern and western hemispheres and defines Greenwich Mean Time. With the help of an audio guide, you’ll then learn about the work of British honorary astronomers and hear fun facts about space, time, and the stars. Try to time your visit to see the fall of the red Time Ball by Flamsteed House; it’s among the world’s first public displays of time.
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Observatoire royal de Greenwich
Blackheath AvenueCheck out the Royal Observatory Greenwich, and stand astride the Prime Meridian: The line that divides the world’s eastern and western hemispheres and defines Greenwich Mean Time. With the help of an audio guide, you’ll then learn about the work of British honorary astronomers and hear fun facts about space, time, and the stars. Try to time your visit to see the fall of the red Time Ball by Flamsteed House; it’s among the world’s first public displays of time.
Glide by some of London’s must-see landmarks on a scenic 1-hour sightseeing cruise from Westminster to Greenwich on the River Thames. Step aboard your comfortable cruise boat at Westminster Pier and listen to the entertaining live commentary as you pass sights such as Shakespeare’s Globe, Tower Bridge and the Tower of London. Drink in the views from the open or indoor deck, and at Greenwich, step ashore to visit attractions (own expense) such as the Cutty Sark and National Maritime Museum. Upgrade to include a return cruise back to Westminster.
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City Cruises Greenwich Pier
Glide by some of London’s must-see landmarks on a scenic 1-hour sightseeing cruise from Westminster to Greenwich on the River Thames. Step aboard your comfortable cruise boat at Westminster Pier and listen to the entertaining live commentary as you pass sights such as Shakespeare’s Globe, Tower Bridge and the Tower of London. Drink in the views from the open or indoor deck, and at Greenwich, step ashore to visit attractions (own expense) such as the Cutty Sark and National Maritime Museum. Upgrade to include a return cruise back to Westminster.
Essentials
Nice tesco express, clercks kind and efficient, good choice of products.
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Tesco Express
18 Western GatewayNice tesco express, clercks kind and efficient, good choice of products.
Entertainment & Activities
Climbed the O2 and got the dine and climb deal which was great value for money. The climb was amazing, and the views at the top were incredible. Great afternoon out!
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L'O2
Peninsula SquareClimbed the O2 and got the dine and climb deal which was great value for money. The climb was amazing, and the views at the top were incredible. Great afternoon out!
Getting Around
North Greenwich is a London Underground station served by the Jubilee line. Consider the cable car next to the main station to get one of the best views of London present and past of industrial and maritime achievements and history.
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North Greenwich Station
5 Millennium WayNorth Greenwich is a London Underground station served by the Jubilee line. Consider the cable car next to the main station to get one of the best views of London present and past of industrial and maritime achievements and history.
Walk from the property down the river and you will be trapped between the Naval historic significance of British colonial past and the Canary Wharf view over the Thames, the London financial district. It's only 20 minutes walk but we just want to do it again and again so definitely recommended.
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Cutty Sark for Maritime Greenwich station
Walk from the property down the river and you will be trapped between the Naval historic significance of British colonial past and the Canary Wharf view over the Thames, the London financial district. It's only 20 minutes walk but we just want to do it again and again so definitely recommended.