# Event Details - **Event Name**: Walking Tour - Historic Greenwich: royals, pirates and exploration - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 04:10 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: Tales of heroism, dark deeds and big characters as we walk through Greenwich Park, past historic buildings .....enjoying the fabulous views.About this EventThis is a very picturesque tour. Greenwich has some perfect examples of C17 and C18 Wren and Inigo Jones architecture, with the backdrop of the river and the Royal Park.We meet next at the Greenwich Foot Tunnel entrance, right next to the Cutty Sark tea clipper. We hear about how the British taste for tea provoked war, and drove the expansion of empire in India....and other surprising facts.We move on to the Old Royal Naval College - and hear about the lives of the Tudor monarchs who made history from their palace of Placentia.And of course we hear about the lives of sailors, heroes and pirates who changed the face of Greenwich and global history.We will then make our way into Greenwich Park to enjoy the views that were shared for hundreds of years by Charles II, Turner and the old veterans of the British Navy.There are some steep walks, but the effort is well worth it to get the views across the whole of London. We will do this at a leisurely pace to ensure everyone can enjoy the stroll.We explore the top of the park, pausing to hear about the former slaves who lived around Greenwich and who prospered as freed men in C18 London, before making our way to the Royal Observatory and the Prime Meridian - hearing the exciting stories of navigation and science that helped Britain rule the waves for hundreds of years.The tour ends at the Observatory with opportunities for photos.If you want to make a day of it, there is so much to see before or after the tour - the Market in the town centre is full of arts and crafts as well as delicious food stalls.There is also the option of exploring some of the museums of Greenwich - the National Maritime Museum and Queen's House are well worth visiting and are free. The Observatory, Cutty Sark and the Painted Hall make charges for entry. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/f6251200-a8a9-11f1-a4a1-eb59356bc08b-rimg-w725-h740-dce8d8d8-gmir.jpg Outside the Foot Tunnel entrance - in the picture above - is where we meet.You can arrive in Greenwich via DLR (Docklands Light Railway) - Cutty Sark is the nearest stop and a couple of minutes from the Foot Tunnel - just walk to towards the river when you come out.A fun way to arrive is via Uber Boat Thames Clipper. The pier is right next to our meeting point.You can also get the mainline train to Greenwich. It is less than 10 minutes walk to our riverside meeting point. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/london/walking-tour-historic-greenwich-royals-pirates-and-exploration/100001997328555476 - **Event Categories**: meetups, workshops, art, science-fair - **Slot details of has slots**: - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 2 hours 10 minutes - Location: Greenwich Foot Tunnel South - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 12.5, max: 17.5, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: London - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Greenwich Foot Tunnel South - **lat**: 51.48329709999999 - **long**: -0.0101709 - **full address**: Greenwich Foot Tunnel South, Greenwich Foot Tunnel, London, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Walking Tour - Historic Greenwich: royals, pirates and exploration - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/232fe810ff6cffd11b0ca1fa42208b9956bfc549a882ed8ba96bccf85a8b5042-rimg-w1200-h900-dc8898b8-gmir.jpg?v=1787078276 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Walking Tour - Historic Greenwich: royals, pirates and exploration being held? - **A:** Walking Tour - Historic Greenwich: royals, pirates and exploration takes place on Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 02:00 pm to Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 04:10 pm at Greenwich Foot Tunnel South, Greenwich Foot Tunnel, London, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Walking Tour - Historic Greenwich: royals, pirates and exploration? - **A:** Walking Tour - Historic Greenwich: royals, pirates and exploration is organized by Marie Helly, Footprints of London. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Walking Tour - Historic Greenwich: royals, pirates and exploration is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in London, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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I have had the privilege of a career that involved witnessing history in the making and meeting news makers. As a radio producer and editor I love writing and recording stories that people want to listen to - entertaining as much as informing.But the last few years at the BBC became too office bound and too reliant on laptops and Zoom meetings. I wanted to get back out meeting people face to face and telling stories…. and so I signed up to train as a tour guide.I love everything about it – the research, the histories and the engaging characters at the centre of it all - brought to life on the streets of London.I am a lifelong Londoner on a permanent voyage of discovery. I am interested in social history, backstories to events, and of course politics and current affairs.But mainly I’m a person who likes meeting people: sharing the drama and fun of human experiences….. enjoying the pleasure of good walking and talking.Current toursWarrior Women – a walk through Westminster and WhitehallBehind Westminster Abbey – a history of the City of Westminster and the incredible people who have lived and died in the shadow of power.History Makers at the National Portrait Gallery – tyrants, scientists, visionaries and of course royals.ReviewsBehind Westminster AbbeyJulie from Kent - Fantastic tour, Marie knows her subject so well and adds many interesting insights to a rich history. Can thoroughly recommend, thank you.Warrior WomenOlga From Moscow - I went on the Warrior Women Walking Tour, and it was an incredible experience. The guide is knowledgeable, charismatic, and has a great sense of humour. Her presentation was lively, engaging, and emotionally rich. Marie’s passion for her work truly shines through and is infectious. She doesn’t just show you the London she knows and loves — she immerses you in the atmosphere of this beautiful city.Behind Westminster AbbeyJill From London - Marie’s Westminster Tour was brilliant. It was educational, informative and entertaining, and her energy and enthusiasm brought her plethora of facts and figures to life. I look forward to taking another one of her tours and highly recommend her as a guide. Thank you" } ] } ] ```