Greenwich is notable for its astronomical and maritime history and for giving its name to the Greenwich Meridian (0° longitude) and Greenwich Mean Time. The town became the site of a royal palace, the Palace of Placentia, from the 15th century and was the birthplace of many Tudors, including Henry VIII and Elizabeth I.
Greenwich is the place where east meets west and time itself is defined. Home to the Royal Observatory and the historic Prime Meridian line, Greenwich blends scientific history, maritime heritage and world-class museums.
Greenwich has been a centre for entertainment since Shakespeare’s time and is now home to The O2, the most popular entertainment venue in the world. See what’s coming up over the next few weeks in our wide-ranging events calendar.
Take a look at a world map. On it, you'll see that it has a line titled "0° longitude" that goes straight through a little place called Greenwich in London, England. The line is where the world ...
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First Selectman Fred Camillo says residents should proceed with caution and beware of potential flooding as the National Weather Service has forecast strong winds and moderate to heavy rain for Greenwich starting Monday, March 16 into Tuesday, March 17.
Discover the very best things to do in Greenwich and Woolwich with this complete guide to both areas featuring insider tips to make the most of your visit.
19 best things to do in Greenwich and Woolwich – complete local guide