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About this activity

Receive a truly warm welcome at Britannia's Visitor Centre in Ocean Terminal before you step on board. Here you can view displays and historic photographs that detail Britannia's fascinating past.

The captivating audio handset tour takes you around five decks at a leisurely pace and is a rare glimpse into the public and private lives of the British Royal Family. From Sir Winston Churchill to Boris Yeltsin, Rajiv Gandhi to Nelson Mandela, some of the world's most influential people have been welcomed on board. Now you are free to see what they saw, to stand where they stood.

Every part of Britannia includes rich treasures to enjoy. Almost all the pieces in the State Apartments are on loan from The Royal Collection, with kind permission of Her Majesty The Queen. You will have a chance to see the working side of the ship, from the once sweltering heat of the laundry to the crew's densely packed quarters.

Tour highlights include the State Drawing Room, The Queen's Bedroom, the Sun Lounge and the Admiral's cabin.

Britannia is berthed alongside the stylish Ocean Terminal shopping center which contains a choice of over 80 different boutiques, high-street shops and restaurants with scenic waterfront views. As the Royal Yacht is only 15 minutes away from Edinburgh city center, it is the perfect addition to any trip.

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Included

Self guided audio tour available in 30 different languages
Entry/Admission - Royal Yacht Britannia

Not included

Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop off
Food and drinks, unless specified

Additional

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible

Features

Cultural

75%

Tourism

75%

Original

55%

Aquatic

30%

Reviews

4.8

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Joan W

5 | 2019-09-11

This ship is extremely well preserved by a dedicated group of volunteers. The interior is just magnificent, the rooms well decorated, and fresh flowers all over. This is a must see if you get to Edinburgh!

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Sally B

5 | 2019-07-03

We spent a couple of hours touring this magnificent ship. Seeing where the royal family spent many hours on board. It’s great to know that the galley is still used to make food for the restaurant. Where we had tea after our tour. Getting there early was well worth it as we missed the queues and were able to waunder around at our leisure.

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David S

5 | 2019-07-03

Had a wonderful day. How lovely it musy have been to sail on her. Will recommend this to our friends.

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Lawrence N

4 | 2018-07-23

Booked this tour on a whim. Very informative. Good opportunity to get up and close with a piece of history.

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Samantha S

5 | 2018-01-11

A wonderful glimpse into a world we imagine we know but really don't. Was surprising and intimate. Loved it.

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kevin m

4 | 2018-01-08

if you are a fan off the monarchy , you will love this tour , you get to see how the royals lived while on board as you board you are given a audio device which explains all about the different parts off the ship and the history off the ship I call it a ship because off the size off it !!!

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Cintia F

5 | 2017-12-29

It's not a yacht. It's a huge ship! And what we see inside it gives an insight on the life of the Royal Family. It's pure luxury. Beautiful to the extreme! Totally worth visiting it!

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Cintia F

5 | 2017-12-29

It's not a yacht. It's a huge ship! And what we see inside it gives an insight on the life of the Royal Family. It's pure luxury. Beautiful to the extreme! Totally worth visiting it!

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Kimberly B

4 | 2017-12-28

Beautiful slice of Royal life. Nicely guided and very well maintained.

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