Greenwich Foot Tunnel

Running under the River Thames linking Greenwich to the Isle of Dogs, the Greenwich Foot Tunnel is a FREE pedestrian that’s well worth a visit.  In operation since 1902, here’s your chance to go underneath the River Thames by accessing the foot tunnel that many people don’t even know it’s there. For those planning a Budget Visit To Greenwich this offers something a little unusual – more details below.

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Greenwich Foot Tunnel

Greenwich Foot Tunnel

Running from Greenwich to the Isle of Dogs, the Greenwich Foot Tunnel allows visitors to go under the River Thames for FREE.  Access to the Greenwich side of the tunnel is located close to the Cutty Sark; simply look out for the distinctive dome building where you will start your descent, (see image above). As you access the building you can either opt for the lift, (although these can be temperamental) or start your descent down the helical staircase that includes 100 steps each side.  Worth noting that the lift has it’s own twitter account @GreenwichLift that advises on whether the lift(s) are running on any given day.

370 metres in length, this cast-iron tunnel runs 15.2 deep and is decked out with 200,000 white glazed tiles that are worth a visit.

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Greenwich Foot Tunnel

Running through to the Isle of Dogs, you’ve the option of taking the Thames Path along to John McDougall Gardens or keep going to Canary Wharf.  Many visitors simply stop to enjoy the views over to Greenwich before heading back through the tunnel. Whilst the tunnel itself has seen better days, it’s a fun activity for those who like to interactive with their surroundings and goes down particularly well with children.

The good news is the Greenwich Foot Tunnel remains FREE of charge and offers you an unique experience. For those looking to explore the River Thames from different angles, why not combine with a trip on the Thames Clipper or a journey on the IFS Cloud Cable Cars!

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