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Attractions outside Maritime Greenwich

 
Beyond the World Heritage Site area, the rest of the borough offers many more historical and architectural treats. Here are just a few gems.

Charlton House

Charlton House
Built on the edge of the village green, Charlton House – one of Britain's finest specimens of Jacobean architecture – celebrated its 400th birthday in 2007.
More about Charlton House.

The O2

The O2
The 23,000-seat entertainment arena, which opened in July 2007, will be used as one of the venues for the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
More about the O2.

Eltham Palace

Eltham Palace
Tracing a history back to 1305, the palace is an elegant mix of medieval and modern design.
More about Eltham Palace.

Firepower! – The Royal Artillery Museum

Guns at the Firepower entrance
With the widest variety of large guns on display in Europe, Firepower is the perfect place to learn about the science and history of artillery. More about Firepower.

Greenwich Heritage Centre

Lady in the street - crop from a Gertrude Ashworth painting, Eltham
Learn about Greenwich's past through informative displays and exhibitions, as well as extensive historical records. 
More about the Heritage Centre.

Severndroog Castle

Severndroog Castle
A triangular folly built by Lady James in 1784 following the death of her husband, Sir William James, who fought pirates.
More about Severndroog Castle.

Thames Barrier

Thames Barrier
Marvel at the Thames Barrier, a triumph of engineering built to stop the Thames from flooding. More about the Thames Barrier.

Green Chain Walk

blue scrub jay
A 64-kilometre (40-mile) network of sign-posted footpaths that strings together around 300 parks and open spaces, the Green Chain Walk is perfect for nature lovers, walkers and families.
More about the Green Chain Walk.

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