Cutty Sark

We’re always searching for Things To Do In Greenwich On A Budget where a visit to the Cutty Sark is essential for those interested in UK maritime history.  Dating back to 1869, the Cutty Sark is the last surviving tea clipper carrying cargo as varied as Twinings Tea, Australian wool & buffalo horns.  A living testimony to a bygone maritime age, there is something for everyone whether you wish to clamber aboard the decks, explore our maritime history or simply prefer to drink Twining’s tea under its gleaming hull.

Children will particularly enjoy the interactive features now available on the upper deck; my nine year old loved navigating & racing across the seas on the interactive maps & trying out the cabin beds for size.  For those interested in maritime history, the Cutty Sack is living evidence of an engineering feet of its time so we’ve put together a round-up of cheap ticket options & time busting ideas to help you get the most from your visit below.

1. Cutty Sark Tickets from £22pp

Pick up tickets to the Cutty Sark from just £22 an adult & £11 a child when you book online with VisitBritain.  You’ll find further concessions available for young adults, (16-24 years) & children, (4-15 years).  Tickets gain you access to the main deck, beneath the ship where you can learn about how the crew lived and includes an audio guide to help you get the most from your visit.

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2. Cutty Sark; 2 for 1 Voucher

Travel by train and you can pick up a 2 for 1 offer at the Cutty Sark at selected off-peak times of the year.  This National Rail 2 for 1 promotion is only available for advance bookings only and cannot be redeemed at the gate. Simply book in advance and present tickets alongside valid train tickets on the day to secure 1 person FREE entry when accompanied by a full paying person.  More information available over at 2 for 1 Voucher for the Cutty Sark.

3. The Cutty Sark Discounted Tickets; Low Income Families

Low income families can now pick up tickets for the Cutty Sark from £2pp for up to 6 people per household.  There are a range of eligible benefits available with this offer where tickets will need to be booked in advance.  Simple provide documentary proof and ID on the day of your visit with more details available over at The Cutty Sark Tickets for Low Income Families.

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4. Cutty Sark; Royal Museums Greenwich Day Pass

For those planning to visit to Greenwich, it can be worth investing in a sightseeing pass that can offer substantial savings off single-entry tickets.  The Royal Museums Greenwich Day Pass offers access to ALL of the following attractions; Cutty Sark, Royal Observatory, Queen’s House & National Maritime Museum plus audio guides.  This 1 day entry pass not only guarantees you entry but secures savings against single-entry visits.  There are concessionary tickets available for youths & children.

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5. Cutty Sark; English Heritage Members

Although the Cutty Sark does not sit within the English Heritage Membership offer, members are still able to pick up discounted tickets.  Known as an Associate Attraction, English Heritage members can secure discounts off Cutty Sark admission prices. To guarantee entry, always best to book in advance and present tickets alongside your English Heritage membership.  Find out more about membership over at English Heritage Membership Offers.

6. Cutty Sark; National Art Pass Members

National Art Pass Members can enjoy a 50% saving off Cutty Sark admission charges. Simply pre-book your visit using the designated booking link &  present tickets alongside your National Art Pass on the day. At selected times of the year, the National Art Pass runs an attractive 3 month trial offer for new members that can offer great value for money.

6. Cutty Sark; Blue Light Cardholders

Those working for the emergency services can apply for a Blue Light Card that offers free and discounted entry to a number of top visitor attractions.  The Royal Museums Greenwich are offering a limited number of free tickets for blue light cardholders that you will need to pre-book via the designated booking link and present tickets alongside your membership card on the day.

7. The Cutty Sark; Royal Museums Greenwich Membership

Join the Royal Museums Greenwich and pick up unlimited entry to the Cutty Sark, the Royal Observatory & Peter Harrison Planetarium & exhibitions at the National Maritime Museum.  For those that plan to visit a number of times during the year, this can offer value for money.

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The Cutty Sark

The Cutty Sark

Cutty Sark for free; if you’ve no time to visit, simply popping your head inside the visitor entrance where you’ll manage to see the hull of the ship.  You’ve great external views of the ship without forking out for entrance charges too.

Worth Paying? We’d say so as here’s an opportunity to clamber aboard the last surviving tea clipper dating back to 1869 that’s a living testimony to our maritime history.

Timing Is Everything; this is a timed-ticket attraction with little space to wait within the entrance so best to arrive on time.

Take Tea under the Cutty Sark; there is something quite decadent about drinking Twinings tea under the last surviving tea clipper.

Explore Greenwich; why not combine a visit to the Cutty Sark with a Trip along the River Thames or explore the Greenwich Foot Tunnel literally next door.