I spent a day in Greenwich to see what the fuss is about

With great links into the city and a huge park to relax in on the weekends, Greenwich is establishing itself as a perfect place to live.

More and more tourists are also venturing out of London’s city centre to visit the areas outside of Zone One.

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Greenwich is one of the places that is seeing a rise in the number of visitors walking around so I decided to go and see what the fuss is all about.

How to spend a day in Greenwich

The London area featured on the Muddy Stilettos list of the best places to live across the UK with the publication describing it as "magical" thanks to its "legendary pubs", "world-class museums" and "huge variety of housing".

I started my exploration of Greenwich in one of its most famous spots, Greenwich Park.

While it was looking a little drier than usual thanks to the hot summer we’ve had, it was still packed with people.

I headed straight for the famous viewpoint that offers an incredible view of Canary Wharf, the O2, and the National Maritime Museum, and snapped a few photos as I was lucky with the clear weather.

You can find the Royal Observatory and the park’s café close by, which are both worth a visit.

On such a sunny day, it is easy to see why so many people come to the park either for the view or just to hang out.

Paul Rhodes bakery is a hotspot in Greenwich and ideal for pastry lovers. (Image: Newsquest)

I walked through the park to get to Greenwich’s main streets that are full of places to eat including bakeries, coffee shops, and restaurants making you feel a little overwhelmed with choices.

As it was the morning, I had to stop off and get a coffee first, so I headed to 15grams, which is often called one of the best coffee shops in the area.

The coffee shop is tiny but had bags of ground coffee lining the walls and people enjoying a drink on its few tables outside.

I decided to try its cold brew with a bit of oat milk and was impressed by the strong taste of the coffee.

I then walked through Greenwich Market, which had rows and rows of food stalls selling cuisines from around the world, baked goods, and homemade drinks.

I was particularly excited to see a bookshop with old Penguin classics on display that I spent a bit too much time browsing.

Greenwich Market is a popular spot in the area. (Image: Newsquest)

Coming out of the market, I spotted another hot spot called Paul Rhodes, an independent bakery that specialises in handcrafted breads and pastries.

The bakery was a feast for the eyes, as it had massive cakes on show and rows of cookies, muffins, and other breakfast pastries.

I chose the lemon morning bun, which cost £8.90, and it was flaky on the outside but lovely and soft on the inside with a tart lemon flavour that helped balance out the sugary coating on the bun.

I took a walk along the riverside with my coffee in hand powered by my sugary boost and passed by the Royal Naval College, which you might have seen in films like Thor: The Dark World, Jurassic World: Rebirth, and Patriot Games.

I then stumbled upon the cutest pub in Greenwich, which was called the Trafalgar Tavern.

The pub had tables overlooking the River Thames surrounded by cute flowerpots with flags and fairy lights hanging from the walls.

The Trafalgar Tavern is one of the cutest pubs in the area. (Image: Newsquest)

While I didn’t pop into the pub, I have made a mental note to return for a drink someday.

If you are looking for a hidden gem café that is a bit away from the hustle and bustle of Greenwich’s main streets, you should definitely visit Black Eye.

The café was full of people enjoying brunch dishes with tempting pastries and bagels on display at the counter.

I picked up the chicken Caesar and bacon bagel for £5.80 and I was blown away by the incredible flavours.

The bagel from the hidden gem café, Black Eye, was incredible. (Image: Newsquest)

The toasted seedy bagel was crispy and packed with chicken, bacon, and salad that was coated in a light Caesar dressing.

After finishing my bagel, I headed back to the train station feeling very fulfilled with my trip and planning my next escape to Greenwich.

Despite spending a day in the area, there was still so much more to explore in Greenwich, so I understand why many people love it.

What do you think of Greenwich? Let us know in the comments.