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Old Royal Naval College

KidRated’s Old Royal Naval College Top Tips:

  • Best for kids & teens: Enjoy spotting familiar sites from popular movies and storytelling sessions
  • Best for parents: Pick up a Family Trail and free interactive pack for younger visitors
  • Top tip: The best view of the ORNC is from Island Gardens. Get off the DLR at Island Gardens & walk through the Greenwich Foot Tunnel

The Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich offers a mix of stunning architecture, fascinating history, and engaging activities that will captivate both children and teens.

 

First off, kids will be blown away by the grandeur of the Painted Hall, often called the UK’s Sistine Chapel. Its vibrant, detailed ceiling and walls tell incredible stories of British naval history. Exploring this beautiful space is like stepping into a giant, colourful storybook.

 

Next, grab a family trail guide at the visitor centre. The trails are packed with fun challenges and interesting facts, turning a tour of the college into an exciting treasure hunt. It’s a great way to keep young minds engaged and make learning about history fun.

 

Also, don’t miss out on Family Sundays. These special events offer a variety of hands-on activities and workshops designed to entertain and educate. From crafting to interactive storytelling sessions, there’s always something cool happening. It’s a perfect way for families to spend quality time together while exploring history.

 

And, why not book onto a film tour to see where Cruella and Four Weddings and a Funeral, amongst others were filmed?

 

Plus, the expansive grounds of the Old Royal Naval College are perfect for a family picnic. Kids can run around and play in the beautiful riverside setting, making it a great spot to relax and enjoy the day.

 

While you are in Greenwich why not visit the National Maritime Museum, Royal Observatory or the Cutty Sark?

Booking Advice:

  • Admission is FREE for up to 4 children (under 16) when accompanied by an adult
  • Free guided tours and talks happen between 11 am –  3.30pm, they are more frequent on weekends
  • Check here for some great events

 

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VISITOR INFORMATION

Where:

King William Walk
London
SE10 9NN

Phone number:

+44 (0)20 82694799

Official website

How to get there:

DLR: Cutty Sark

Teen Verdict

Things to do, places to go for kids and teenagers - cool, academic, fun and entertaining in London and beyond with KidRated

Eliot

My family and I decided to take the film tour around ORNC because we’re big movie buffs and it didn’t disappoint. Obviously seeing the architecture itself is super impressive but hearing about the filming that took place was the highlight for us. I also had a little fun trying to spot the nautical symbols. I wouldn’t recommend this by itself for a day out with friends but if you’re doing a film locations tour then it should definitely be on your list.

Parent Point of View

Things to do, places to go for kids and teenagers - cool, academic, fun and entertaining in London and beyond with KidRated

Laura Porter

  • The Discover Visitor Centre is ace. There are lots of activities for kids and it’s all free. There’s dressing up too.
  • Do go halfway up the stairs and pop your head through the opening to look like a portrait on the wall!
  • The Painted Hall has mirror trolleys you can wheel around to see the ceiling without getting a crick in your neck.
  • It’s easy to have a free day out in Greenwich particularly with the park and National Maritime Museum nearby.

You can find loads more information by Laura Porter at aboutlondonlaura.com 

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