Natural landmarks · London
Prime Meridian
In or near City of London.
Prime Meridian — a other in england-london, United Kingdom.
Mark Anderson — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Maze Hill · 0.4 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Prime 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 National Maritime Museum offers a rich exploration of maritime history through its extensive galleries and exhibitions. Visitors can enjoy interactive displays, guided tours, and special events that highlight the significance of maritime exploration and culture.
Place summary
The Prime Meridian is a geographical reference point located in Greenwich, London. It is the line of longitude defined as 0 degrees, from which all other longitudes are measured. This significant meridian is a key feature of the Royal Observatory, a site of historical and scientific importance.
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- Coordinates
- 51.4817, -0.0015
- District
- Greenwich
- Parish
- Greenwich, unparished area
- Postcode
- SE10 9NE
- Parliamentary constituency
- Greenwich and Woolwich
- Nearest railway station
- Maze Hill — 0.4 km
- Opening
- Daily 10am–5pm
- Official site
- www.rmg.co.uk
Sources
- osm: way/349836770 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Prime Meridian?
- Prime Meridian is in London, United Kingdom (postcode SE10 9NE), in the parish of Greenwich, unparished area.
- What is Prime Meridian?
- Prime Meridian — a other in england-london, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Prime Meridian?
- The nearest railway station is Maze Hill, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode SE10 9NE.
- Is Prime Meridian free to visit?
- Yes, Prime Meridian is free to enter.
- How do I get to Prime Meridian?
- The nearest railway station is Maze Hill, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SE10 9NE.