National Maritime Museum Weddings
National Maritime Museum weddings are impressive in scale and style. It’s a superb dry hire venue that particularly suits Asian, African and Jewish wedding receptions, seeing as they often require a large capacity. If you’re looking for something out of the ordinary, this nautical-inspired venue is the blank canvas for a one of a kind wedding in Greenwich.
The Scene at National Maritime Museum Greenwich
The National Maritime Museum in Greenwich combines gorgeous historic architecture with state-of-the-art modern facilities.
Imagine celebrating your vows in a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the largest maritime museum in the world, surrounded by the lush grounds of Greenwich Park and the Royal Observatory, the iconic site of Greenwich Mean Time.
This museum wedding venue is home to over 500,000 maritime artefacts such as artwork, maps and objects that tell significant worldwide tales of navy and trade. Not only will you get exclusive access to the galleries after hours, but there is also enough space to host your reception drinks, dinner and dancing across all levels of the building.
Looking towards the sparkling River Thames, your guests can arrive by boat and will enjoy drinks and canapes in The Square as the rest of the wedding party joins.
Upstairs, the Great Map’s unusual world map flooring creates a wow factor underneath the polished glass ceiling. Their handpicked production, florists and entertainment suppliers will also help you to create an unforgettable atmosphere.
National Maritime Museum Greenwich Wedding Receptions
Whilst the National Maritime Museum Greenwich cannot host ceremonies, there are a variety of licensed venues nearby including Queen’s House, Grace Church Greenwich and South Street Baptist Church. After the ceremony elsewhere, the National Maritime Museum makes an exciting and unique setting for your wedding reception.
Anything is possible in its variety of cavernous event spaces. Each room is fitted with state-of-the-art lighting and audio rigging so you can create the ultimate party ambience. Why not light up the room with a colour wash and project your favourite music through the eight acoustic speakers?
The dedicated on-site Events Manager will provide endless ideas and bring your wedding vision to life.
Wedding Photography Near National Maritime Museum Greenwich
Some of the most popular wedding photography locations near National Maritime Museum Greenwich are:
- Greenwich Park
- The Old Royal Observatory Garden
- Greenwich Peninsula Ecology Park
Capacity
Up to
750
Standing 
Up to
580
Dining 
Up to
300
Theatre Wedding Venue Details
Facilities
Dry Hire
Spaces At This Venue
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The Great Map
On the first floor, this awe-inspiring space has all the AV technology you need to host a sensational standing or seated reception. With a world map floor design and a glass roof that spans the entire ceiling, The Great Map is a vision to behold.
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The Square
On the ground floor, The Square is another versatile light-filled event space where you can set up a pop-up bar or food stations. In summer, your guests can flow outside to mingle beneath the colonnades and take photographs out on the lawn.
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On the first floor, this awe-inspiring space has all the AV technology you need to host a sensational standing or seated reception. With a world map floor design and a glass roof that spans the entire ceiling, The Great Map is a vision to behold.
Guest Capacity
Standing: 0 - 750Dining: 0 - 580
Theatre: 0 - 300
Features
Wi-FiProjector
Audiovisual (AV) equipment
Natural light
Accessible venue
On the ground floor, The Square is another versatile light-filled event space where you can set up a pop-up bar or food stations. In summer, your guests can flow outside to mingle beneath the colonnades and take photographs out on the lawn.
Guest Capacity
Standing: 0 - 500Features
Wi-FiAudiovisual (AV) equipment
Natural light
Events Catering
Location
Nearby Hotels
- De Vere Devonport House
- The Admiral Hardy
- Innkeeper’s Collection London, Greenwich
- ibis London Greenwich
Nearby Restaurants
- Sticks’n’Sushi Greenwich
- Bill’s Greenwich Restaurant
- Bianco43 Greenwich
- Rivington Greenwich
Nearby Parks
- Greenwich Park
- The Old Royal Observatory Garden
- Greenwich Peninsula Ecology Park
- Central Park
Nearby Attractions
- Old Royal Naval College
- Cutty Sark
- Royal Observatory Greenwich
- Greenwich Foot Tunnel / River Thames
Venue Testimonials
Excellent place next to the National Observatory and very close to the Cutty Sark. Great staff and facilities, and can handle a big crowd.
John M
National Maritime Museum located in Park Row, Greenwich, it’s an excellent museum of British naval history. Wheelchair access is very good. Large open spaces and toilets available and clean. Staff very friendly and helpful. Highly recommend.
Liliana J
Beautiful park with excellent views from the observatory across to the London skyline. Museum excellent space exhibition.
Rosa S
Frequently Asked Questions
Wedding receptions can range from 80 to 750 standing guests. The maximum banqueting capacity is 580 in The Great Map room on the first floor.
National Maritime Museum Greenwich venue hire costs £12,500, excluding VAT. As a guide price, a three-course dinner and pre-drinks reception starts at £110 (+VAT) per head.
Venue hire is between 7pm and 11pm only, with the option to extend to 1am on request. Suppliers are allowed to set up from 5pm.
National Maritime Museum weddings are set in the stunning surroundings of Greenwich Park, overlooking the River Thames. The museum venue is a glorious mix of heritage architecture with modern enhancements, such as the vast glass roof over The Great Map Room. Your wedding reception can take place here, or in The Square or Photography Gallery. In the early summer, there is also the option to host an alfresco drinks reception beneath the colonnades.
Nearby hotels include:
- De Vere Devonport House – from £89 a night
- The Admiral Hardy – from £89 a night
- Ibis London Greenwich – from £62 a night
The National Maritime Museum has limited disabled parking. There are off-street pay-and-display car parks in Greenwich Park (250 spaces, maximum of 4 hours). The Royal Borough of Greenwich also operates car parks nearby in Park Row and Burney Street.
The National Maritime Museum Greenwich has partnered with the very best caterers in the industry. Due to the sensitive nature and historical significance of the building, the museum only allows approved caterers. Across the range of recommended suppliers, you’ll find classic British cuisine, Asian Cuisine, Indian Cuisine, Kosher Cuisine, African Cuisine and Mediterranean food.
Some of the best Greenwich attractions are on its doorstep, check out:
- Old Royal Naval College
- Cutty Sark
- Royal Observatory Greenwich
