Cutty Sark Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience Cutty Sark. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Westminster to Greenwich Sightseeing Thames Cruise in London

• Thames High-Speed Zone Speedboat in London

• Royal Observatory and Prime Meridian and Cutty Sark

• 'Cutty Sark' Entrance Ticket

• Leeds Castle, Canterbury, Dover & Greenwich Boat ride

It costs £22 for adults and £11 for children ages 4–15 to visit the Cutty Sark in London. Children under 4 enter for free, as do carers accompanying visitors with disabilities. Students pay a reduced fee of £16.50 with a valid ID. Guided tours that incorporate the Cutty Sark into their itinerary start from around US$50.

Yes, Cutty Sark is definitely worth visiting if you're interested in maritime or naval history. It's also a great place to explore on a family-friendly day out in London, thanks to its proximity to other attractions, including Greenwich Park and the Royal Observatory. Many tours combine a visit to the aforementioned sites, making them an easy way to explore the area without any logistical headaches.

Per one customer who booked the Royal Observatory and Prime Meridian and Cutty Sark, "We really enjoyed the Cutty Sark and the Observatory. Although we did not have children with us, the Cutty Sark had a lot of hands-on activities that kids of all ages would enjoy. The Observatory was also really cool. [...] We did Cutty Sark first and then the Observatory, with just a little time left for the museum, but that was fine. They have a little café at the museum, too."

You should spend around 1.5 hours at the Cutty Sark to explore the decks and hull, as well as soak up views of London's skyline. If you’d like to enjoy some tea and cake in the hull, make sure to add some extra time to your visit, too.

Yes, you can see the exterior of the 150-year-old Cutty Sark ship without paying, but you'll need to buy an admission ticket to go inside the ship and to see its hull, cabins, and deck. If you book afternoon tea in the hull, you're given access to the ship’s interior.

The best days to visit the Cutty Sark are Tuesday and Wednesday, outside of the British-school holidays in July and August. These days give you the best chance of exploring the ship without the massive crowds, especially if you aim to arrive in time for the ship's mid-morning opening.

Nearly all the Cutty Sark is wheelchair-accessible as there are elevators to all levels of this historical ship. A few parts of the Main Deck aren’t accessible; however, there's virtual access to these, too. Keep in mind, because of the ship's small size, mobility scooters aren't allowed onboard the Cutty Sark.

The Cutty Sark is so special because it was the fastest ship of its time when it made voyages during the 1800s, which were primarily to transport tea between China and the UK. Today, it's been impeccably renovated and is a must-visit for history buffs and families.

There are tons of things to do when you're done visiting Cutty Sark. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in and around London:

• Buckingham Palace

• Tower of London

• Stonehenge

• Westminster Abbey

• London Eye

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in London.