The Mary Rose
Portsmouth, Hampshire · ★ 4.8 · 12,518 visitor reviews
Portsmouth, PO1 3PY
About
Set sail over the stormy seas of time and arrive in 1545 at The Mary Rose. It’s a one-of-a-kind museum with immersive exhibitions, audio-visual displays and even a skeleton dog called Hatch. Get to know the crew of the Mary Rose in ‘The Many Faces of Tudor England’ exhibition.
Find out what scientists have uncovered about their lives, looks and descendants, and come face to face with a reproduction of Henry - one of the most interesting crew members. Lost in battle defending England from one of the largest invasion fleets this country has ever faced, The Mary Rose is a historic national treasure. Families can explore her remains by seeing, touching and even smelling items that were recovered from the seabed.
Passing through the viewing galleries that stretch the full length of Henry VIII's vessel, allowing you to see where many of the thousands of objects were found, you can say hello to Hatch - the ship's dog who once, long ago, caught rats in the bowels of the boat. Perhaps the best way to submerge yourself in Tudor life is by watching the audio-visual displays which bring the boat to life as the ‘crew’ go about their daily business. The final fantastic addition?
The opportunity to hold a real piece of history: original timbers and rope recovered from the Mary Rose.
Good for: older children, teenagers, young children
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Facilities
- Onsite Parking
- Toilets
- Cafe
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Pushchair Friendly
- Accessible Parking
- Accessible Entrance
- Contactless Payment
Prices
Opening times
Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Common questions
What are the opening hours for The Mary Rose?
The Mary Rose museum is open every day from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. It is located in Portsmouth Historic Dockyard.
Is The Mary Rose suitable for children?
The Mary Rose is best suited for young children, older children, and teenagers who can engage with the Tudor history and interactive displays.
Does The Mary Rose museum have a cafe?
Yes, there is a cafe on site for refreshments. Toilets are available and the museum is pushchair-friendly and wheelchair accessible.
What can families see at The Mary Rose?
Families can see the actual remains of Henry VIII's warship, touch recovered artefacts, meet Hatch the ship's dog skeleton, and experience immersive audio-visual displays bringing the crew to life.
Is there parking at The Mary Rose?
Yes, there is on-site parking with accessible spaces. Contactless payments are accepted.
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