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Things to see and do in Greenwich Park. Stand at the centre of world time. Sit in the shade of a sweet chestnut tree from 1660. Stroll the length of London’s longest herbaceous border. There’s no rush. Take time to discover Greenwich Park.
Welcome to Greenwich Park, one of London’s eight Royal Parks; a mix of 17th-century landscape, stunning gardens and a history dating back to Roman times.
Greenwich Park is a former hunting park in Greenwich and one of the largest single green spaces in south-east London. One of the Royal Parks of London, and the first to be enclosed (in 1433), it covers 74 hectares (180 acres), and is part of the Greenwich World Heritage Site.
Greenwich Park is one of London’s loveliest expanses of green, with a rose garden, impressive playground, a 6th-century Anglo-Saxon burial ground and astonishing views of Canary Wharf – the financial district across the Thames – from the crown of the hill.
The Royal Park’s park restoration project, Greenwich Park Revealed, will restore the park’s historic landscape and bring its unique history to life.
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Set aside plenty of time for a visit to Greenwich Park, which is at the heart of the Maritime Greenwich World Heritage Site. The park overlooks the river Thames and is the oldest enclosed Royal Park. It is home to historic buildings with royal ties, magnificent gardens and a wide variety of wildlife.
Spanning 183 acres, Greenwich Park is home to historic buildings, blooming gardens, panoramic London views, wildlife, lakes, and more! Whether you’re looking for a day out or just somewhere green to relax, Greenwich Park has all you need for a dose of nature in London.
Covering 74 hectares (183 acres), Greenwich is the oldest enclosed Royal Park. There has been a settlement on this site since Roman times, but Greenwich has always been strongly associated with royalty.
Greenwich is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most historic areas of London. It's also one of the greenest, with Greenwich Park and the River Thames providing fresh air and breathtaking city views.
Excellent historical park. Great place to visit, full of historical interest and lots to see and do with national maritime museum, world famous meridian line and observatory with fantastic views of London. Couple of cafes, restrooms, parking, connecting buses and trains.
