Explore Bristol's Iconic Victorian Steamship
Overview
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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.
Additional Info
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
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
What‘s Included
All Day Admission to Site
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
You can get a discounted fee for parking at the Bristol City Council car park nearby by paying at our ticket desk.
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting points
End points
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Brunel's SS Great Britain
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.
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Explore Bristol's Iconic Victorian Steamship
Reviews
28 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
If you have an interest...
Matt R,
Sep 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00If you have an interest in sailing shops, early technology, or Bristol history, this is a must see. The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. The presentation of the ship and associated information is excellent.
Fascinating and an adventure itself
yv85b5486c,
Jul 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00Excellent, informative and inspirational. Get there early (opens at 10) if hot. Have plenty of time, shame to rush it as so much to see and take in. It really is well presented, both the SS Great Britain Museum at the entrance to the ship and the ship itself. Fascinating!
Brilliant Day Out
SUSAN M,
Jul 10, 2025
- Viator
5.00Excellent day out. Highly recommend. We went by public transport which stopped a few yards away. The staff were very knowledgeable and told us some very interesting facts about the ship.
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