Naval College Gardens — Attraction in London

Designed by Wren, the majestic Naval College is a masterpiece of architecture. The power and status of these buildings have led to them being used for many Hollywood films, including recently Les Miserables. When Pirates of the Carribean was filming here, Jonny Depp paid a surprise visit to a local primary school; a pupil had written asking to meet Jack Sparrow! His dream came true. The gardens are surprisingly mellow and relaxed. There's a sense of history, time and reality which seems to give the effect of being in a time warp, suspended in between two worlds, which is meditative and calming. There's also the youthful energy during term time brought by the large student body for whom these buildings are their University lecture rooms. Explore Greenwich. It's a...

all Greenwich parks are absolutely wonderful and something that any tourist should visit. But not only obviously. I've already visited them million of times and I'm looking forward to getting there again. This area of naval college has got a very special atmosphere because mix the garden park with the history of the buildings and gallery around. Coming from the Thames path you'll enter in the middle of the garden between the buildings. And just here you can feel you are in a very special place. The gallery is beautiful. And even the chapel is a must. I...

This area is well worth a visit. Go by the Thames Clipper to Greenwich (don't forget..sit on the back) and then walk through the college and its grounds to the National Maritime museum and then on to Greenwich Observatory. Plenty of (pricey) refreshments, but you could take your own picknic. There is so much to do, you'll need a day. Beautiful historic buildings and parkland. Fantastic views from the top of the hill. Lots of free stuff, though the observatory will set you back a few quid. Nice...