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The celebrated historic sailing ship, built in 1869, was once the fastest in the world; and is the world’s sole surviving tea clipper. Located in Greenwich, London, discover what life was like on board this true survivor of the seas which has now been restored to an award-winning visitor experience.
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Cutty Sark, London, United Kingdom
Cutty Sark, London, United Kingdom Cutty Sark is the world’s sole-surviving tea clipper, celebrated for her record-breaking passages around the globe. Come aboard and experience what it was like to sail this much-loved national icon.
Initially built for the China tea trade and launched in 1869, Cutty Sark’s original wooden planks and iron frames have been meticulously conserved. As part of an ambitious six-year conservation project, the ship was raised over three metres, giving visitors the unique opportunity to stand directly underneath this world wonder and see her elegant lines and ground-breaking design. It has now been developed into an award-winning museum and visitor experience.
Your entrance ticket will allow you to explore her in full. Discover what life was like on board a true survivor of the seas, see the sailors' quarters and take the helm at the ship's wheel.Stand on the main deck and marvel at the towering masts and 11 miles of rigging, take the helm at the ship’s wheel, and enjoy fabulous views of the River Thames.
Located in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Maritime Greenwich, the National Maritime Museum and the Queen’s House are both located within a short walking distance from Cutty Sark and are free to visit. The Royal Observatory is a must-see attraction when visiting Greenwich as its the home of GMT and the Prime Meridian.
Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children under the age of 4 years are free to enter the attraction
Children must be accompanied by an adult
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
ruudi55
10 Jul 2025
I first visited the Cutty Sark when I was knee high to a grasshopper (albeit a large grasshopper!) so it brought back so many memories. Obviously there was an awful fire a few years ago, but you would not know when you hope on board. There is a nice little cafe under the ship, with a fantastic display of figureheads as well.
At one time the fastest tea clipper in the world, this is most definitely somewhere you should visit. I would suggest arriving on the river which is the easiest, and the most scenic way to do it!
634sianl
24 Jun 2025
Brilliant, really interesting. But I was particularly impressed with wheelchair access. Considering it was an old boat on 4 floors there was a lift to all sections, staff were brilliant. It was such an inclusive experience which I appreciated enormously… well done Cutty Sark.
juliafk555
15 Jun 2025
I visited the Cutty Sark with my 14-year-old son on our way from the Observatory and the Prime Meridian and we were unexpectedly impressed. It became a highlight of our day.
The exhibit blends digital displays, replicas, and original artifacts to tell the story of the tea trade with China and, later, the wool trade with Australia—all without feeling overwhelming. It also gives a great sense of maritime navigation and sailors’ lives at sea, briefly touching on the Opium Wars and global trade shifts.
We spent about two hours fully engaged. Informative, immersive, and well-paced—a great experience.
This tour in
London
is organized by
National Maritime Museum
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