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Discover the rich maritime heritage at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, home to a remarkable collection of naval treasures and iconic ships. Engage with 500 years of history as you explore famous vessels like HMS Victory, HMS Warrior, and The Mary Rose, each telling its unique story. Enjoy the interactive exhibits, harbor tours, and various museums dedicated to naval exploration and innovation. With the Ultimate Explorer ticket, gain full access to all attractions for an unforgettable day of exploration and learning at this unique waterfront destination.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Ticket Redemption Point
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We would recommend taking a stroll through the dockyard to surround yourself with its atmosphere and history until you reach The Mary Rose. Visit this extraordinary time capsule that was buried at the bottom of the sea and then dramatically rediscovered. Enjoy thousands of fascinating objects and be immersed in the new Dive the Mary Rose 4D. *Part of the Ultimate Explorer Ticket*
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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HMS Victory is the UK's most famous warship and Nelson's flagship in the Battle of Trafalgar. Step on board and follow in the footsteps of Vice-Admiral Lord Nelson, witness how the crew lived and see the might of the 104 guns on the decks. An audio guide is available. The outside of Victory is currently undercover apart from its famous stern and prow whilst it undergoes a once in a lifetime conservation project - Victory Live: The Big Repair. See parts of the ship never uncovered before and watch the shipwrights and conservators at work.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Don't miss out on the magnificent Victorian engineering marvel HMS Warrior that sits proudly in the Harbour. On board you will find a stunning engine room and some of Warrior's crew who love to talk to visitors about their time at sea.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
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On the weekends and during the school holidays you can take one of our water buses (included in the ticket) across to Royal Navy Submarine Museum. Be amazed by HMS Alliance a 1945 submarine surrounded by a picturesque marina. Take a tour of the boat with an ex-submariner and enjoy their brilliant stories of life at sea. Don't forget to visit Holland 1 the first submarine!
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
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HMS M.33 a First World War ship that survived the Gallipoli campaign and the National Museum of the Royal Navy which takes you on a journey through the history of the Royal Navy from the 1700s to the present day.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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The tour offers unrivalled views of Britain’s modern frigates, destroyers and other vessels, as well as historic buildings and the dramatic skyline of the harbour.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free
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- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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