The Royal Yacht Britannia | Day Out With The Kids

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    The Royal Yacht Britannia

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    • Outside view of The Royal Yacht Britannia in Edinburgh
    • Girls with dolls on The Royal Yacht Britannia in Edinburgh
    • Kids by model boat at The Royal Yacht Britannia in Edinburgh
    • Silver bell at The Royal Yacht Britannia in Edinburgh
    • Women using telescope at The Royal Yacht Britannia in Edinburgh
    • Banquet at The Royal Yacht Britannia in Edinburgh
    • The Royal Yacht Britannia docking in Edinburgh
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    Attraction Information

    Discover what life was like on board Her Majesty’s floating royal residence with a trip to The Royal Yacht Britannia!
    Home to Her Majesty The Queen and the Royal Family for over 40 years, it is now one of the UK's Top Attractions. Follow in the footsteps of world leaders including Winston Churchill, Rajiv Gandhi and Nelson Mandela.
    Take the complimentary audio guide, available in 30 languages and children also have their own version, learn more about the impressive ship. The tour covers the Britannia’s main five desks and you’ll get the chance to explore the State Apartments, Crew’s Quarters and The Engine Room.
    You can also visit the Royal Sailing Exhibition and learn about the Royal Racing Yacht, The Bloodhound. Sample some fudge made on board from the NAFFI sweet shop or see below decks where the Royal Yachtsmen lived. Kids will also love the excellent 11 foot LEGO model of the Britannia
    After all that exploring why not unwind with a coffee and a cake from the Royal Deck Tea Room.
    Climb aboard for some family fun!
    • Explore Her Majesty’s floating royal residence
    • Enjoy a complimentary audio guide
    • Relax in the Royal Deck Tea Room

    Opening hours

    November - March
    Monday to Sunday 10:00 - 15:30
    24th December 10:00 - 14:30
    31st December 10:00 - 15:00
    April - October
    Monday to Sunday 09:30 - 16:30

    Pricing

    General Admission
    Adults: £17.00
    Kids (5-17): £8.75
    Concessions: £15.00
    Family (2 adults, 3 kids): £47.00

    Travel & Contact Information

    Address

    Ocean Terminal, Leith, Edinburgh, Edinburgh and Lothian, EH6 6JJ, Scotland

    Phone number

    0131 555 5566

    Map

    Website

    Click here to visit The Royal Yacht Britannia's website.

    FAQ & Additional Information

    Yes, there is parking onsite.

    Yes, there are toilets, accessible toilets and baby changing facilities.

    Yes, there are baby changing facilities.

    The Royal Yacht Britannia has not told us if you can bring a picnic.

    Yes, there is an onsite restaurant and snacks are available.

    Yes, The Royal Yacht Britannia is wheelchair friendly and has accessible toilets.

    Yes, The Royal Yacht Britannia have stated they are pushchair friendly.

    Assistance/Guide Dogs only

    Reviews

    Waking in the steps of Royalty!

    Visited with a friend. Wow what a pleasure. This is a self guided audio tour which is extremely user friendly. Amazing access to most areas and a fabulous tea room on route. Plenty of photo opportunities with dressing up costumes at some points. Lots of children on board too having fun running around the decks, much like the once young royals did!

    CazBud

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