Portsmouth Historic Dockyard - Explosion Museum

⭐ Feel the rush of naval history as you step into the explosive world of warfare at Explosion Museum of Naval Firepower.—get your tickets now!

Highlights
🛥️ Visit the Explosion Museum in Gosport by hopping on the waterbus
⚓ Explore HMS Victory, HMS Warrior and HMS M.33 — icons of naval history
🔱 Discover the secrets of the Mary Rose - recovered from the depths of the ocean after 400 years
🌊 Enjoy panoramic harbour views and see modern naval vessels up close
🔧 Discover “Victory Live: The Big Repair,” where history meets cutting-edge conservation

General Info
📅 Dates and times: select your date & time directly in the ticket selector
🕒 The dockyard is open all days of the week. On Mondays and Tuesdays the Explosion and Submarine museums are closed unless stated otherwise. During Hampshire school holidays all attractions are open Monday to Sunday, find the exact dates here
🎫 Your ticket is valid for all Portsmouth Historic Dockyard attractions
⏳ Duration: Tickets are valid for a year
📍 Location: Priddys Hard, Gosport PO12 4LE
👤 Age requirement: all ages welcome!
♿ Accessibility: venue is wheelchair accessible
❓ Please consult the FAQs of this experience here

Description
Marvel at powerful missiles, inspect deadly torpedoes, and explore a fascinating collection of small arms, all housed within an authentic 18th-century armaments depot. Dive deep into the untold stories of designers, makers, and seamen who worked on these powerful armaments throughout the centuries and hear first-hand accounts from the brave munitions workers who handled these dangerous materials.

Step aboard legendary ships that changed the course of history — from Nelson’s HMS Victory to the pioneering HMS Warrior and the rare First World War vessel HMS M.33. Explore the story of the Mary Rose, bringing you closer to Tudor life than you ever thought possible. Experience life at sea, discover the craftsmanship behind naval engineering, and witness “Victory Live: The Big Repair,” a once-in-a-lifetime conservation project. With family-friendly activities, harbour tours, and even a waterbus adventure to Gosport’s historic sites, every moment is an exploration. Get your tickets now for Portsmouth Historic Dockyard at the National Museum of the Royal Navy and embark on your maritime adventure!

🎁 Portsmouth Historic Dockyard Operations Limited operates Portsmouth Historic Dockyard as a visitor attraction, and the revenue from both ticket sales and gift aid donations are split between the National Museum of the Royal Navy (registered charity no. 1126283) and the Mary Rose Trust (registered charity no. 1415654).

A Gift Aid ticket purchased by a UK taxpayer means that the Museum can also reclaim 25p tax for every £1 spent. As a charity every penny counts and your purchase is crucial in supporting our work. A Gift Aid donation is subject to specific terms and conditions and is therefore not eligible for a refund.

If you do want your admission to be considered a charitable donation you can buy a Gift Aid ticket by clicking here.

More information on Gift Aid can be found here.