North Greenwich

The O2 arena hosts many events and exhibitions, the precinct around it containing shops and restaurants is open daily. Greenwich is pronounced 'Gren-itch'.

From North Greenwich station it is 2 miles along the Thames Path to the Thames Barrier which is 1 mile from Charlton station. It is also 2 miles along the Thames Path in the other direction to Greenwich but there are currently several building sites along this section and there may be diversions in place.

www.theo2.co.uk

London Cable Car ¼ mile

A cable car system across the Thames to Royal Victoria. At 90 metres above the Thames there are good views during the 5-10 minutes journey.
Open Daily, see website.
www.tfl.gov.uk
Fares: Travelcards and Freedom Passes are NOT valid for travel on the London Cable Car but may be shown to purchase a reduced price ticket. Oyster pay as you go may be used to pay a reduced fare but this is NOT included in the daily cap. See the website for full details.

Greenwich Peninsula Ecology Park ¾ mile via Thames Path

A freshwater wetland nature reserve opened in 2002 on a site which was once heavily industrialised. It now supports a wide variety of wildlife which can be seen from the boardwalks and bird-watching hides. Remember to look at the nearby Thames too as you walk to the Ecology Park. Admission free.
Open WThFSSu 1000-1700 (or dusk if earlier).
www.greenwichecologypark.com
The Ecology Park is 1¼ miles from Charlton.