Greenwich – Be a tourist for a day!
Start by meeting with your date at Embankment by the riverside. Any of the other piers along the Thames will do it as well.
Hop on board the Thames Clipper. There are many other boats travelling along the Thames, however this is the fastest and most efficient option of all. Also, it works as a commuter boat, so you’ll probably be avoiding a group of undesirable tourists! The trip to Greenwich is beautiful, so enjoy the sights.
You’ll pass by some of the most remarkable landmarks in London such as the Houses of Parliament, the Somerset House, the Tower of London, Canary Wharf, and plenty of picturesque bridges along the way. Grab a coffee at the bar and sit outside – be brave, even if the weather’s not inviting! – and enjoy the trip along with your date.
You’ll see the Old Royal Naval College straight away while arriving in Greenwich. An impressive building welcoming you to this side of London. We recommend that you visit the beautiful Greenwich Market and explore some of the old shops and cafes in the neighbourhood. In the market you’ll find a variety of food, from Brazilian to Turkish. It will certainly be a good place to sit down and have a nice chat with your date.
Have a peak at the majestic Queen’s House, designed by Inigo Jones in 1614, and head up the hill to the so famous Royal Observatory – you’ll find the Prime Meridian, where the world is divided into the East and Western Hemispheres and time zones are calculated with reference to Greenwich Mean Time. From up there the panoramic views across London are simply superb.
The evening approaches. Our suggestion? There are many great restaurants in Greenwich. At this point you’re already quite familiarized with the area, so just pick a nice cosy pub and enjoy a nice meal with a bottle of red wine.
Last but not least, the journey back! A beautiful night time trip that you’ll enjoy as much as everything else.
Greenwich
Thames Clippers / www.thamesclippers.com
Royal Observatory / www.nmm.ac.uk/places/royal-observatory
Queen’s House / www.nmm.ac.uk/about/history/queens-house
