Bristol SS Great Britain Access Ticket
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£22
Bristol
1-10
people
price for
1 participant
1 hour
30 minutes
  • • Explore Bristol's Iconic Steamship and Historic Dockyard
  • • Experience Up to 4 Hours of Immersive Victorian Life Aboard
  • • Step Aboard the World's First Great Luxury Liner
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Why We Love This Unique Experience

Step aboard and embark on an unforgettable journey through time with a visit to Bristol's iconic Victorian steamship! The SS Great Britain, an engineering marvel from 1843, awaits to transport you back to the golden age of maritime travel. Nestled along the vibrant historic waterfront, this classic vessel invites explorers of all ages to uncover the fascinating stories and rich history of life at sea.

Visitors can enjoy all-day access to not just the steamship, but also the captivating dockyard and two intriguing museums, making it an incredibly enriching experience. As you wander through the beautifully restored interiors of the SS Great Britain, you'll find yourself amidst lifelike scenes that recreate the charming atmosphere of Victorian life. From the lavish saloons to the working conditions of the crew, every detail has been meticulously preserved, ensuring a truly immersive experience. Don't miss the opportunity to explore the dry dock where this magnificent ship was originally built, as well as the Dockyard Museum and the innovative Being Brunel museum, which celebrates the genius behind the ship's design.

This adventure is not only a remarkable day out but also makes for a thoughtful gift for friends and family. Whether for a birthday, anniversary, or simply to surprise a loved one, a ticket to experience the wonders of the SS Great Britain promises a memorable journey filled with history and exploration that will be cherished for years to come!

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Experience Overview:

Explore Bristol's Iconic Victorian Steamship

These tickets allow all-day access to the iconic steamship, dockyard and two museums. Sitting proudly on the glass ‘sea’, Brunel’s SS Great Britain dominates Bristol’s historic waterfront. Dressed with flags and ready for departure, just as the ship looked when it was launched in 1843, our friendly team are ready to welcome visitors on board.
The ship has been painstakingly restored to recreate Victorian life at sea on the world’s first great luxury liner. Climb aboard and explore scenes so life-like you’ll feel as if you’ve stepped back in time.

There are two fascinating museums, as well as the dry dock, where the ship was originally built, to explore, providing hours of engrossing wonder.

Meeting Point

Brunel's SS Great Britain

Gas Ferry Road, Great Western Dockyard, Bristol, BS1 6TY

What's included:

  • All Day Admission to Site

What to expect:

Duration: between 1 hour, 30 minutes and 4 hours

Brunel's SS Great Britain

Gas Ferry Road, Great Western Dockyard, Bristol, BS1 6TY

There is so much to see here at Brunel’s SS Great Britain in Bristol. Explore the historic dockyard and be sure to head beneath the glass sea into the dry dock. Step back in time in the Dockyard Museum as you prepare to board the SS Great Britain herself. Alive with sights, sounds and even smells, set sail on the world’s first great ocean liner. Don’t miss the Being Brunel museum, discovering Brunel’s extraordinary achievements and stepping into his office and family dining room. And head behind-the-scenes to see inside a working shipyard.

Admission Ticket Included

Details & Important Info

Additional Experience Details & Important Information

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellations & Refunds

Reservation Changes, Cancellations & Refunds

All ticket sales are final and not refundable. Reservations cannot be changed, rescheduled or refunded once confirmed. Reservations may be re-scheduled by the operator of the activity due to reasons such as weather, minimum participation requirements, mechanical issues or other interruptions beyond their control.

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Brunel's SS Great Britain

Product SKU: UK-28487-0001

Bristol SS Great Britain Experience Tickets

Bristol
1-10
people
price for
1 participant
1 hour
30 minutes
  • • Explore Bristol's Iconic Steamship and Historic Dockyard
  • • Experience Up to 4 Hours of Immersive Victorian Life Aboard
  • • Step Aboard the World's First Great Luxury Liner
or

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