LONDON GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Ghosts of Greenwich: A Two‑Hour Walk Along the Thames Through Shipwrights, Pubs, and Hauntings
A guided, two-hour walking tour beginning at the Cutty Sark that traces Greenwich’s riverside streets and relays the area’s documented ghost stories and maritime misfortunes.
Ghosts of Greenwich: A Two‑Hour Walk Along the Thames Through Shipwrights, Pubs, and Hauntings.
This guided walking tour takes you through Greenwich’s 15th‑century streets and along the banks of the River Thames, pairing local history with spooky tales—everything from vanished hitchhikers to Viking violence—over the course of a focused two‑hour outing.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Start at the Cutty Sark and walk the Thames
The tour begins at the famous Cutty Sark and follows the riverbank, offering context on Greenwich’s seafaring past as lords, merchants and pirates passed through these docks.
Riverside views and the Trafalgar pub
Along the route you’ll learn the history of the Trafalgar pub overlooking the Thames and pause for views toward landmarks such as the O2 Arena as you hear the area’s darker episodes.
Tales of vanished hitchhikers, the Terror, and Viking attacks
Guides recount spine‑tingling local legends: a hitchhiker who disappears before reaching a destination, the disastrous voyage of the Terror and its missing crew, and the gruesome death of an Archbishop of Canterbury at the hands of Vikings.
What the day feels like
What the walk feels like
Over a compact two‑hour route you move from the Cutty Sark along the river, pausing at riverside sites and pubs while a guide recounts documented historical notes and local ghost stories—mixing maritime history with tales of hauntings tied to Greenwich’s docklands.
Suitability
Who it's for
Suitability and participant notes.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The experience is two hours in length.
Bring your ticket; travel to the starting location is not included in the booking.
Meet at the Cutty Sark in Greenwich; the nearest stations are Cutty Sark DLR and Greenwich Overground/DLR. Your guide will be holding an orange umbrella.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Ghosts of Greenwich tour?
The tour runs for two hours.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is the Cutty Sark in Greenwich; nearest stations are Cutty Sark DLR or Greenwich Overground and DLR Station. Guides carry an orange umbrella.
Are minors allowed on the tour?
Any minors must be accompanied by an adult over the age of 18.
Is travel to the starting location included?
No—travel to the starting location is not included.
Does the tour cover Greenwich landmarks as well as ghost stories?
Yes—the guide discusses the history of the Cutty Sark, walks the banks of the Thames, covers the Trafalgar pub and views toward the O2 Arena, and relates local ghost stories.
Do I need a ticket for the tour?
Yes—every member of a group must have a ticket.