National Maritime Museum
The National Maritime Museum Car Park will be closed to the public 9 to 10 March. Check Road Closure Information
We're making improvements. From 18 to 31 March 2019 there will be no lift access to the Caird Library. Lifts across the National Maritime Museum will still be in operation. Find out more about accessibility at Royal Museums Greenwich
Visit the National Maritime Museum in Greenwich, London. Discover epic stories of exploration and endeavour that have shaped our world today. Free entry.
Top reasons to visit
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Four new galleries
Over 1,000 more objects on display across four immersive new galleries. Free entry.
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Fun for kids
Bring the kids for an action packed adventure: play in the free AHOY! gallery for under-7s or All Hands for 6-12 year olds.
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Treat yourself
Take a moment to relax in our Parkside Café and Terrace and enjoy delicious food with views overlooking beautiful Greenwich Park.
Tickets and opening times
This month's highlights
Explore gripping stories of exploration and endeavour that shaped the world we live in today
Certificate of Excellence Winner
Did you know
Explorer John Franklin's ships, the HMS Erebus and Terror , were found in 2014 and 2016 after over 100 years at the bottom of the Arctic sea
Join us for our top events at the National Maritime Museum
Treat yourself
Immerse yourself in the history behind the treasures of the National Maritime Museum, from Tudor seafarers to Polar explorers.
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Tudor and Stuart Seafarers
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Treasures of Royal Museums Greenwich
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South Race to the Pole
The National Maritime Museum is a quick and easy journey from central London, by DLR, rail or boat