Exhibitions And Displays
With nine decks to explore, there’s a lot to discover at HMS Belfast. We recommend allocating at least three hours for your visit, but many visitors stay for half a day or more.
Take a look below at our highlights, find out what visitors said about our new displays and experiences, and learn more about safety and facilities on board.
HMS Belfast highlights
What's here for families
There's plenty to discover and learn on board HMS Belfast.
Our family activities are aimed at helping your family make the most of your visit. Find lost clues, fill out nautical-inspired puzzles, and discover more about life at sea with stories from the crew. Activities run every weekend and every day during the school holidays.
See our 'what's here for families page to help you plan your trip.
Facilities
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Floor Plan
To help you plan your visit in advance, please see the below link where you can download a copy of the Floor Plan and see the different decks for you to explore.
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Accessibility
We are committed to ensuring HMS Belfast is accessible to as many visitors as possible. There is wheelchair access to the main deck of HMS Belfast but there is no access below deck due to the nature of the ship. Weight restrictions apply when using the accessible lift on to the HMS Belfast quarterdeck. The maximum combined weight of wheelchair and user allowable is 275kg.
Buggies are only allowed on the main deck of the ship, but can be left on the Quarter Deck when you first step on board if you wish to explore inside. Baby change facilities are available.
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Lockers and luggage
There are no cloakroom or locker facilities onboard HMS Belfast, therefore we are unable to allow access to visitors with suitcases, pull along baggage or large holdalls.
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Filming and photography
You are welcome to take photos and video at our museums for personal, non-commercial use but please refrain from using flash or tripods. Our museums can get busy at times and we therefore ask that you do not film people without their permission. Please observe signage indicating where photography and filming is not permitted.
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Audio Guides
Interactive audio guides are included in your admission price and are available from the admissions desk before boarding HMS Belfast.
Enjoy a self-led tour around HMS Belfast with expert insight into its history, collections, and stories.
Choose from various language options. For full details on available languages, please visit the HMS Belfast Accessibility page.
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Safety at IWM
The safety of our visitors and staff and the preservation of our collections are of the upmost importance to IWM. Please do not bring any prohibited items with you as they will be confiscated.
If you see any unattended bags or packages or have concerns about security issues on your visit please report this to a member of staff.
