Portsmouth: Historic Dockyard Ultimate Explorer Ticket

Step into centuries of maritime history with the Ultimate Explorer Ticket at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, just a short walk from Portsmouth Harbour train station in England. Collect your ticket at the Visitor Centre, where friendly staff can help you plan your adventure among legendary warships and fascinating museums.

Begin your journey with a visit to the Mary Rose Museum, home to the remarkable Tudor warship raised from the seabed. Experience the immersive Dive the Mary Rose 4D and marvel at thousands of artefacts that bring history to life. Continue to HMS Victory, Nelson’s flagship, where you can walk the decks and witness ongoing conservation work up close.

Explore the mighty HMS Warrior, a marvel of Victorian engineering, and chat with knowledgeable crew members ready to share stories of life at sea. On weekends and school holidays, your ticket includes a waterbus ride to the Royal Navy Submarine Museum and Explosion Museum of Naval Firepower, where you can tour the historic HMS Alliance submarine with an ex-submariner as your guide.

Your Ultimate Explorer Ticket also grants you access to HMS M.33, a rare survivor of the Gallipoli campaign, and the National Museum of the Royal Navy, which traces the Royal Navy’s evolution from the 1700s to today. Don’t miss the included harbour tour for spectacular views of modern naval vessels and the Portsmouth skyline.

With your ticket valid for a year, you’re free to roam at your own pace and revisit your favourite ships and exhibitions. Take breaks at on-site cafes offering scenic views and delicious snacks. Secure your Ultimate Explorer Ticket now and start your unforgettable journey through Britain’s naval heritage!