Have you ever wondered what it would be like to serve aboard a submarine? Are you intrigued by the firepower capabilities of the Royal Navy? You can find all this out and more at our fantastic Gosport museums.
The Royal Navy Submarine Museum and Explosion Museum of Naval Firepower, located across the water in Gosport,are included in our Ultimate Explorer Annual Pass. Both museums are open every day during the Hampshire school holidays and Wednesday –Sunday during term time.
Submerge yourself in the illustrious history of HMS Alliance through the decades.
Our Second World War era submarine allows you to immerse yourself in life onboard a submarine with sights, sounds, and smells that show you how life was lived under the sea.
Be awed by the firepower of the Navy throughout the decades.
Marvel at missiles, take in the torpedoes, and survey the small arms, all within a genuine 18th century armaments depot and discover what it was like to work in munitions factories at Explosion Museum.
Drop into ourNighthunters: The Royal Navy’s Coastal Forces at War exhibition and discover stories of daring night-time raids and more.
Don’t forget to stop for a cup of tea and a slice of cake in our café Camber Lights with fantastic views of the harbour (open 11am – 3pm).
Become an Ultimate Explorer today and enjoy a full year of nautical
adventures with unlimited visits to all our attractions, plus other on-site benefits.
Portsmouth Historic Dockyard is jointly operated by The National Museum of the Royal Navy and the Mary Rose Trust, 2023
The National Museum of the Royal Navy, charity number 1126283 and company limited by guarantee number 06699696 registered in England with offices at HM Naval Base, Portsmouth PO1 3NH.