Cutty Sark
This Clipper boat was used to transport tea between London and China in the 19th century. Since 1954 it has been moored in Greenwich as a museum.
A historic boat
In 1869 the boat was built in Scotland, being in its day one of the fastest and most stable boats ever made. This 900-tonne boat was used to transport tea from China to London, a popular commercial route, although at a sped much faster than its competitors.
The name comes from the name of the witch in Robert Burns' poem, Tam o' Shanter.
Visiting the Cutty Sark
Today the Cutty Sark has been turned into a museum in Greenwich and is open to the public, keeping alive its history. On board the Cutty Sark it's possible to wander the deck, take the wheel, and go below deck.
The boat also has a wide range of panels, audiovisual material and more, explaining the construction of the boat and the importance of its technology at the time.
Schedule
Daily from 10 am to 5 pm (from June 29 to August 30: closed at 6 pm)
Price
Adults: £ 20 (US$ 25.20)
Students and youth under 25: £ 14 (US$ 17.70)
Children from 4 to 15: £ 10 (US$ 12.60)
Children under 4: Free admission
Transport
Bus: lines 129, 177, 180 and 188
