Step aboard history and explore the world’s most significant international collection of naval treasures and iconic ships, an unmissable adventure.

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard have swabbed the decks and are ready to welcome you on board for a fun day out to their 8 attractions! There's something for everyone to explore from the spectacular Mary Rose Museum to the famous ships; HMS Victory and HMS Warrior 1860 plus enjoy a Portsmouth harbour tour and much more!

Travel back to Tudor England and marvel at the remains of Henry VIII's ship, The Mary Rose, in the moving Mary Rose Museum. Walk in the footsteps of Lord Nelson on HMS Victory and experience HMS Warrior, the largest and fastest ship of her time.

On the weekends and during the school holidays you can take a water bus across to Royal Navy Submarine Museum and Explosion - Museum of Naval Firepower. Be amazed by HMS Alliance a 1945 submarine – find out who keeps tins of beans next to their bed? Can you find all the unusual day to day items hidden away inside the submarine? Don't forget to visit Holland 1 the first submarine! 

Also included in your ticket is a Harbour Tour - 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. The ultimate family trip on the water and game of eye spy. 

Along the way there are plenty of opportunities to take a photo or take a break. The Mary Rose has a cafe with the best views of not only HMS Victory but also the modern aircraft carriers when they are anchored there. When you visit cafe Camber Lights over at Explosion it has great views of the harbour and of course delicious snacks.

Ultimate Explorer Annual Passes offer access to all the attractions Portsmouth Historic Dockyard has to offer for 1 year from your first visit date. These include HMS Victory, The Mary Rose, HMS Warrior, The National Museum of the Royal Navy Portsmouth, HMS M.33, Harbour Tours, HMS Alliance at the Royal Navy Submarine Museum, Explosion Museum of Naval Firepower, Boathouse 4, Dockyard Apprentice Exhibition.

HMS Victory Conservation Project
HMS Victory is currently undergoing a long term conservation project, therefore there is scaffolding on the outside of the ship. Inside remains unaffected and open to visitors. The work will ensure that the ship will be preserved for many years to come. More information about the project can be found at the brand new visitor experience 'Victory Live'.

Please Note:

• Confirmation sent by email within minutes of booking

• You will need to print your eTicket

Your ticket includes:

Ultimate Explorer Annual Tickets include entry to all the Portsmouth Historic Dockyard attractions for 1 year from your first visit date.

• The Mary Rose
• Dive The Mary Rose 4D - a new 4D immersive experience.
• HMS M.33
• HMS Victory (and the Victory Live Experience)
• HMS Warrior
• Dockyard Apprentice Exhibition
• Harbour Tour
• National Museum of the Royal Navy Portsmouth
• Royal Navy Submarine Museum (off site, based in Gosport)
• Explosion Museum of Naval Firepower (off site, based in Gosport)

Important Information

• Portsmouth Historic Dockyard tickets are available for purchase online up until 11pm on the day before your intended visit.
• Annual Pass: The first visit is date specific and your first visit MUST take place on the date you choose when you make your booking. Portsmouth Historic Dockyard will not accept incorrectly dated tickets.
• Saving shown is off of walk up price.
• HMS Victory is currently undergoing a long term conservation project, therefore there is scaffolding on the outside, however, inside remains unaffected. The work will ensure that the ship will be preserved for many years to come. More information about the project can be found at the brand new visitor experience 'Victory Live'.
• Picniq accepts all debit cards, Maestro, Visa and Mastercard as methods of payment. There is no credit card charge or booking fee.
• Children 4 and under go free and do not require a ticket.
• Please present your voucher to gain entry and to receive your 1-year return ticket.
• Tickets are not valid for special events.
• Tickets purchased through Picniq are non-refundable. The date of the first visit can be amended for a fee of £10. Terms and conditions apply.
• Picniq Ltd acts as agent for all tickets / bookings on behalf of the supplier/principle('the attraction'). Picniq booking terms

Should the attraction close at short notice you will be offered the opportunity to visit at another time. Should you decide to cancel your tickets, subject to the attractions t+c's, a fee of 10% of the booking value (reduced to £10 for bookings under £100) will apply.

Map & Directions

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Directions

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard is less than 5 miles from Junction 12 of the M27, follow the brown and white signs to 'Historic Dockyard' which will lead you to the official 295 space car park which is located only 400 yards from the entrance at Victory Gate.

The attraction address: 
Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, Victory Gate, HM Naval Base, Portsmouth PO1 3LJ.

Opening Times

April-October: 10am-5.30pm 
November-March: 10am-5pm

Tickets are not valid for special events.

Booking Terms