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Cutty Sark, London

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The last surviving tea clipper (cargo sailing ship designed for speed) built before the advent of steam-engine ships, Cutty Sark offers a colorful look at British maritime history. Walk aboard to learn the boat's story--and that of tea clippers in general--through interactive displays. Head down to the hold to see where the ship kept its cargo. If you get hungry, eat in the Even Keel Cafe. The soups, deli sandwiches, and chocolate fudge cake likely represent much finer fare than the ship's sailors enjoyed over a century ago. The lower hold is now a studio theater, so check the schedule if you want to see a performance in this unique venue. Buy admission tickets for the ship online before your visit, because tickets at the entrance sometimes sell out. To visit Cutty Sark and other attractions in London, use our London journey planning tool.
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  • Went here with my family and had a great time, there was a few things that the kids liked to do so it was fun for them as well 
    Went here with my family and had a great time, there was a few things that the kids liked to do so it was fun for them as well  more »
  • Visted for the first time since the late 80’s when i was a child. Very interesting history behind the ship. Love that you walk underneath. Plenty to read, watch and play with. Just not sure if more... 
    Visted for the first time since the late 80’s when i was a child. Very interesting history behind the ship. Love that you walk underneath. Plenty to read, watch and play with. Just not sure if more...  more »
  • Very enjoyable visit of well displayed history. Slightly spoilt by the modern glass buildings around the base of ship. 
    Very enjoyable visit of well displayed history. Slightly spoilt by the modern glass buildings around the base of ship.  more »
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  • The last tea clipper of the British trade fleet is attractively presented on dry dock near the National Maritime Museum in Greenwich and can be visited with a combo ticket for the Observatory. Keep in mind the last admission is at 16:30 and the museum closes at 17:00 sharp. The ship is well preserved and a lot of the history of the trade routes can be seen along the tour. Kids will be quite entertained too with interactive displays at several points.
  • The ship itself is very interesting and beautiful. There are information videos all around the place that truly tell a lot about the ship's voyages. The place is designed to show how the ship used to function, even with the smallest details such as speakers to show the noise the chickens made. Very recommended for anyone, especially tourists.
  • I was so impressed with the work they've done both to preserve the ship and to create the visitors centre. Very welcoming and informative. It was quiet when we were there. We never felt rushed or crowded at any point.
  • Great museum with plenty to see. Being able to walk around gives a really good idea of the scale of the ship which is something you simply cannot get from a book or screen. If you are visiting London it's a must see and located right in the centre if Grenwich with the market and the navel college right next to it.
  • Arrived by boat to see the ship. Built in Dumbarton, Scotland and the fastest ship ever made at the time of launching. A great experience and important historical treasure. Be sure to check-out the area nearby. Beside the ship is a wonderful market selling fresh foods from a variety of cultures and countries.

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