Enjoy afternoon tea served beneath the world’s only surviving tea clipper and follow it with a self-guided tour of the Cutty Sark. This experience pairs maritime history with Thames-side views and practical, accessible sightseeing.
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You step into a cool hush under a low, gleaming hull — copper plates catching reflected light from the Thames as kettles hiss nearby. Afternoon tea is laid out beneath the Cutty Sark, the 1869 tea clipper that once raced across oceans; cups clink while the ship’s timbers and iron ribs curve overhead like the ribs of a living memory.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves short walks and some steps aboard the ship.
Wildlife
History
The Cutty Sark was launched in 1869 for the China tea trade and is one of the last surviving examples of the 19th-century tea clippers that raced to bring tea to Britain.
Conservation
The ship is the focus of ongoing preservation work following restoration after fires; visitors are asked to follow pathways and signage to minimize wear on historic timbers.
Reserve your spot on the Afternoon Tea and Visit to Cutty Sark Ship in London today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Book the right tea slot
Tea is served at set times (12:00, 13:30, 15:00); arrive for your serving and leave time to tour the ship before closing at 17:00.
Allow one hour for the ship tour
The Cutty Sark’s lower decks and hull viewing take time—plan at least 60 minutes to explore safely and read the exhibits.
Contact ahead for dietary needs
Special dietary requirements must be communicated at least 72 hours in advance to the supplier.
Use public transport where possible
Greenwich is well served by DLR, Thames river services and trains; parking is limited near the ship.
Comfortable walking shoes
Good grip and comfort help on gangways, the deck and cobbled nearby streets.
Light waterproof jacket
London weather is changeable; a compact waterproof keeps you comfortable by the river.
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Small daypack
Carries water, a camera and any layers while keeping hands free for railings and steps.
Camera or smartphone
For capturing details of the hull, deck views and the Thames skyline.