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Maritime Greenwich
Maritime Greenwich
Maritime Greenwich, a World Heritage Site, offers visitors something really distinctive. It boasts a series of spectacular Baroque riverfront buildings designed by Sir Christopher Wren along with some of the city's most charming parkland and unique maritime heritage, all set in wonderful Georgian streets.
One of the best ways to reach Greenwich is on the River Thames as you begin to see how London’s maritime history played such an important part in the history of this city. There are numerous museums, including the National Maritime Museum which is free to visit, year-round events and a chance to hunt for collectibles in Greenwich Market.
Getting to Maritime Greenwich - for maps and transport information Watch the 
Greenwich Video Podcast for a glimpse of what locals love about Greenwich and why you should visit.
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Unmissable Guide to Greenwich and Docklands by DLR 2009 is packed with information on attractions, shops, markets, bars, restaurants and fun ideas on great days out for all the family. London Docklands and Lea Valley cycle map takes you on a sight-seeing route from Maritime Greenwich through the Isle of Dogs, Mile End Park, Victoria Park, Hackney Marshes, Springfield Park and all the way up to Tottenham Marshes.
Did you know?
Henry VIII was born in Maritime Greenwich and the town will be celebrating the 500th anniversary of the monarch's accession to the throne in June. A great sportsman and lover of hunting, Henry stocked Greenwich Park with deer in 1514 and their descendants are still there today; they wandered free until 1927 but are now kept in a large enclosure. In January 1536 he was thrown from his horse while jousting in Greenwich and remained unconscious for two hours. He never jousted again.
Halloween in Maritime Greenwich
Maritime Greenwich is home to a number of gruesome ghosts and ghoulies and is the scene of several sinister stories from the past. Come to Maritime Greenwich and join in a series of events and ghost walks on the spookiest night of the year!
