Dear valued Guests,
Thank you for choosing to stay with us at InterContinental London – The O2.
We have created this suggested itinerary for guests looking to explore the historic charm of Greenwich - a day full of culture, royal history, and riverside beauty.
We call it the #PerfectDayAtGreenwich - enjoy!
The Itinerary
8:00AM
Breakfast at Market Brasserie (1st floor)
Highlights: Thames views, seasonal buffet, fresh pastries
Insider Tip: Request a window seat facing Canary Wharf for a calming start to the day
9:00AM
Walk to North Greenwich Pier (15 mins) and take the Uber Boat to Greenwich Pier Distance: 1.5 miles by river/ 10 minutes
Highlight: Spectacular skyline views of Canary Wharf and historic Greenwich
Insider Tip: Sit on the left side, facing forward for the best river views
9:30M
Explore the Old Royal Naval College (free entry)
Highlights: Baroque architecture, Painted Hall (“Britain’s Sistine Chapel”)
Time to spend: 45–60 mins
Insider Tip: Ask the docent about the Nelson connection and filming locations - e.g. The Crown, Pirates of the Caribbean)
10:30AM
Visit the Cutty Sark
Highlights: World’s fastest tea clipper, immersive exhibits, walking underneath the hull
Entry: Approx. £18;
Time to spend: 45 mins
Insider Tip: Climb into the ship’s lower deck café for a unique coffee break
11:30AM
Greenwich Market & Boutique shopping
Highlights: Street food, handmade crafts, antiques, art
Time to spend: 1 hour
Insider Tip: Look for the tiny stall that sells Portuguese custard tarts – locals swear by them
12:30PM
Lunch at Goddards at Greenwich
Cuisine: Traditional London pie & mash
Price: £10–£15 per person
Insider Tip: Ask for liquor parsley sauce for the most authentic experience
1:30PM
Climb the Hill to the Royal Observatory
Highlights: Prime Meridian Line, Astronomy Centre, panoramic city views
Entry: Approx £17
Time to spend: 1 hour
Insider Tip: Stand with one foot in each hemisphere at the Meridian Line #perfectphotoopportunity
3:30PM
Explore the Queen’s House & National Maritime Museum (Free)
Highlights: Royal art collection, Armada portrait of Elizabeth I, family-friendly exhibits
Time to spend: 1 hour
Insider Tip: Don’t miss the Tulip Staircase – it’s Instagram gold, another #perfectphotoopportunity
4:30PM
5:30PM
7:00PM
Leisurely River Walk Back or Return by Uber Boat
Option 1 (Walk): Stroll along the Thames Path back to ICO2 (approx 40 mins, 2 miles)
Option 2 (Boat): Uber Boat from Greenwich Pier to North Greenwich (8 mins)
Insider Tip: Golden hour is the best time for riverside photos
Freshen Up at the Hotel & Optional Spa Visit
Time: 1 hour to relax, change, or enjoy the spa facilities
Dinner at Kinaara (2nd Floor)
Cuisine: Contemporary Indian
Recommended: Kinaara chaat, palak paneer and butter chicken with tandoori roti
Insider Tip: Pair with a Saffron gin & tonic for a London-meets-India experience
9:00PM
Nightcap at Eighteen Sky Bar (18th Floor)
Highlights: Views of Canary Wharf, Thames, and The O2
Recommended: “Dockside Martini” or “East India Gimlet”
Insider Tip: Ask the bartender for the off menu “Skyline Sour” if you like something punchy but smooth
10:00PM
Lights Out with River Views
Head to your room and wind down with the serene riverside nightscape
Optional: Room service dessert
For assistance onnect with us instantly via Wh pp g in the lobby. We would be happy to help with directions, ticket purchases, or any other recommendations to make your #PerfectDayAtGreenwich even better.
Best Wishes, Concierge Team
InterContinental London – The O2