Natural landmarks · London
Greenwich Meridian
In or near City of London.
Greenwich Meridian — a other in england-london, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Maze Hill · 0.6 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Greenwich Meridian is a other located in england-london, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
The Greenwich Meridian is the historic line that separates the eastern and western hemispheres, located at the Royal Observatory Greenwich. Visitors can stand on the Prime Meridian line and explore the history of timekeeping and navigation through various exhibits and instruments used by astronomers over the centuries.
Place summary
The Greenwich Meridian is an imaginary line located in Greenwich, London, representing the prime meridian at zero degrees longitude. It serves as the reference point for time zones worldwide. The meridian has historical significance in navigation and cartography.
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- Coordinates
- 51.4779, -0.0015
- District
- Greenwich
- Parish
- Greenwich, unparished area
- Postcode
- SE10 8XJ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Greenwich and Woolwich
- Nearest railway station
- Maze Hill — 0.6 km
- Official site
- www.rmg.co.uk
Sources
- osm: way/268533450 (ODbL)
Other places nearby
Prime Meridian Line
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Greenwich Castle
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James Wolfe
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General James Wolfe Statue
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Royal Observatory Greenwich
Museums · 0.1 km
Maritime Greenwich
UNESCO World Heritage · 0.1 km
Royal Museums Greenwich
UNESCO World Heritage · 0.1 km
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Greenwich Meridian?
- Greenwich Meridian is in London, United Kingdom (postcode SE10 8XJ), in the parish of Greenwich, unparished area.
- What is Greenwich Meridian?
- Greenwich Meridian — a other in england-london, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Greenwich Meridian?
- The nearest railway station is Maze Hill, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode SE10 8XJ.
- Is Greenwich Meridian free to visit?
- Yes, Greenwich Meridian is free to enter.
- How do I get to Greenwich Meridian?
- The nearest railway station is Maze Hill, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SE10 8XJ.