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Greenwich: The Park, The Market, The Royal Buildings

Duration: 1h and 30min
Languages: English
Guru: Eugenio
Registered on November 01, 2023

Enthusiast Italian art historian currently based in London. After having lived in many countries in Europe, researching and comparing the different styles that make each city unique, I decided to share this passion with people who have the same curiosities. My interest is in the context in which a street, a building, or a painting has developed, unraveling its beauty through the knowledge of its history. I studied art history in Italy (Bologna) and Sweden (Stockholm) but deepened my knowledge of northern cultures of the past also in the Netherlands, Belgium, and the UK. In England, I run an independent music label and art magazine, while sometimes I perform my music in unique spaces such as churches, galleries, or museums... places which I love to visit and love to walk to!

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  • No minimum number of attendees
    No minimum number of attendees is required for the tour
  • Free booking and cancellation
    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free

Tour description

Greenwich is an iconic neighborhood in South-East London , you will be immersed in its picturesque village -like atmosphere while gazing at some of the best views of London.
Greenwich's history is radically linked to the Thames and the British Navy , while its aesthetic has been shaped by London's most important architects: Inigo Jones's Queen's House, Christopher Wren's Royal Hospital, and Nicholas Hawksmoor's St. Alfege church.
In addition, you'll find among the best-kept Georgian houses, in charming quiet streets that lead to a marvelous park , one of the biggest in London, sprinkled with centenary trees.

Here, the romantic architecture of the Royal Observatory stands out as Greenwich's symbol and the prime meridian of the world's clocks, Greenwich Mean Time (GMT).

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Highlights

What will we visit on this tour?

  • Meeting point:
    Cutty Sark for Maritime Greenwich DLR...
    Cutty Sark for Maritime Greenwich DLR station, London SE10 9EJ, UK
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    LOOK OUT FOR THE PINK UMBRELLA! We will meet outside Cutty Sark DLR station, at the very heart of Greenwich. You can arrive here by DLR or bus.

  • 1
    Outside visit
    St. Alfege Church

    One of the best example of English Baroque church in London, by Nicholas Hawksmoor, the pupil of Christopher Wren and creator of the towers of Westminster Abbey.

  • 2
    Outside visit
    Royal Observatory Greenwich

    The observatory that helped defining the longitude. A romantic architecture by Sir Christopher Wren, the architect of St Paul Cathedral.

  • 3
    Outside visit
    Queen's House

    The very first example of neoclassical architecture in Britain, a world heritage site built for Queen Anne of Denmark by Inigo Jones.

  • 4
    Outside visit
    Old Royal Naval College

    The most magnificent neoclassical structure in London, a hub of art and baroque spirit bu Sir Christopher Wren and Nicholas Hawksmoor.

  • 5
    Outside visit
    Cutty Sark

    Exquisite piece of naval engineering and symbol of tea commerce, this magnificent ship is one of London's favorite icons,

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

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Vito 12 Feb 2024
Catania

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Travelled in family - Feb 2024
Greenwich vista dal punto di vista storico-architettonico
Teresa 21 Jan 2024
Zabrze

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Travelled in couple - Jan 2024
Our tour with Eugenio was spectacular ! He arrived on time and almost immediately we started our walking tour through Greenwich streets. He has extensive historical knowledge and a true gift for storytelling. We were really enchanted, The time passed too quickly ! We suugest to everyone to take tours with Eugenio !!
Rachael 10 Jan 2024
Shrewsbury

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Travelled in couple - Jan 2024
Excellent tour from Eugenio who catered for two languages at once!
Sara 02 Jan 2024
London

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Travelled alone - Jan 2024
It was such a pleasure to be guided through this walk in Greenwich by Eugenio! Such an amazing exprience! Eugenio is extremely knowledgeable and was able to seamlessly blend historical insights with entertaining anecdotes, creating an engaging narrative throughout the journey. His passion and expertise added a unique dimension to the tour, making it not just informative but thoroughly enjoyable. I highly recommend this guided walk for anyone eager to explore Greenwich's hidden gems and soak in its captivating stories.
Abhinav 25 Dec 2023
London

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Travelled in group - Dec 2023
Must-do guided walking tour of Greenwich when in London 👍
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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Non suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group reservations.
Pets
Suitable for carrying pets.

What should you know?

Minimum of attendees
There is no minimum number of people required for the tour.
Additional costs:
The tour does not require the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
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Only cash payment is accepted.
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