HMS Belfast in Southwark

Amazing Museum. It includes Audioguides in anwide variety of Languages. It also offenes exclusive Talks of specific topics Like Radar and so on. The Staff is very kind and atemptive. The ship is huge, very well maintained, please bring enough time to fully enjoy the whole tour. It took us around 3 hours to see everything. It is definitely worth it.

Really interesting, good media support and insightful talks by volunteers too. Great way to spend a few hours.

Fantastic to see this battleship from up on the captains bridge down to the engine room. Always enjoy returning

Nice place to visit and very in depth with its history

Gives you a whole new perspective about the importance of Navy in British/allied war history.

A must see destination for every navy history fan (and others too)

Wow! I wasn't sure, but I am now. I'm sharing a photo of the bakery. Massive loafs of bread. It made me think just how hard those on-board were working. Work, eat, sleep. Nothing else! I really enjoyed my visit to HMS Belfast. Can 100% recommend! Another thought provoking observation. To quote: 'This modern laundry was run by Chinese civilians who lived on board with the crew." So much history in one place... Thought provoking. Interesting. Entertaining. Super helpful volunteers. Also featured in an Outnumbered episode. If you get the chance, do book and visit. Be aware there are lots of steps. Not suitable if you can't climb and descend stepladders. Allow 90 minutes to fully explore. 120 minutes if you enjoy the onboard café.

Amazing. So much to see. 3 hours, we'll spent.

Unique "museum", it was a surprise for me, I've found about it during a river Thames cruise. A very interesting lesson of history and engineering and a rare ocasion to step on a real war ship.

Very interesting, labyrinthine and a little claustrophobic. The children loved it, but they have to be over 7-8 years old due to the difficulty of accessing the different levels of the boat.

The warship from World War II, HMS Belfas, is a treat for every history lover, but not only because the ship is well preserved and sightseeing is an interesting trip.

The HMS Belfast is definitely worth a visit. The ship has been lovingly prepared so that you can get a good insight into life on board the cruiser from the bridge to the engine room. Anyone who is claustrophobic or is not good on foot should avoid the machine rooms, as they are only accessible via narrow ladders.

nice place to visit but the cost off a bottle of diet coke and a kitkat chocolate bar was a bit too much

Amazing experience in every prospective .

It was a great day out, good for all ages. It is very interactive and fun! You can get audio guides which are helpful and can tell you a lot about certain parts of the ship there are a lot of steep ladders, you must visit all parts of the ship as it is quite big but packed full of facts and history. I got a lot more knowledge on parts of history such as the Korean War, D-Day,WW2 and more. Furthermore there are some mini highlights that add to the experience such as sitting in the admirals chair or playing a game of chess or ludo right were the people on the ship would have eaten. There is a gift shop and a cafe there, would recommend!

Although it doesn't seem cheap to me, as nothing is in London, I think it's worth visiting. You can spend 2 hours visiting it.

Quite pricey to view a ship, but definitely worth it if you like ships... and don't worry about your head, not suitable for tall people

Great attraction for adults and children alike. Not just an attraction but also a learning back into history.

Saw it from the Skygarden and had to go to Tower Bridge for a closer look. Extremely impressive.

An excellent, busy tour, even in the rain☂️

Fantastic day out visiting HMS Belfast. With every step you take you feel the history of this ship. Each deck has been authentically ‘dressed’ which creates an immersive experience. The headphones with story telling offered on arrival are recommended to get the full experience.

Well worth the visit; lots of history made by this warship over the years of service.

Good to understand more about the horror of war. Lots of interesting stuff to see. Glad I did not fight on board.

Amazing goosebymps museum, recommendnto everyone !!!

Worth a visit! Perfect for kids. You can get the impression of what the ship looks like from the inside down to the engine room. Anyone who is claustrophobic should not go all the way down. Very tight!

Great place to visit friendly staff well recommend visiting

Wow. Amazing museum. Make sure to visit the room where the shells are stored down in the bottom of the ship. Incredible stuff. Couldn’t believe the amount of ammo stored down there on all those carousels. My 8 year old enjoyed the trail too and his sticker at the end.

It was nearly 20 years ago, but I visited there when I traveled alone to England. I didn't have much time so I only took pictures of the exterior.

Museum ship where you can explore the historic hms belfast over nine decks. Must see in London We got to experience a talk by an amazing volunteer about the sinking of the sistership hms Edinburgh, fascinating story! Was my second visit and re-visiting once again is already back on top of the to-do list when I am in London again.

I liked it. Would return again. Didn't get a chance to explore the lower levels, but I defo will on a return trip sometime.

I wasn’t on the ship itself, I didn’t have that much time. It takes at least a couple of hours to climb all over it.

Great experience. Price tickets totally worth it, you get to see all the inside of a second world war ship and imagine the lives of the sailors

Very well preserved...an absolute must for anyone interested

Great tour - it was awesome getting to climb around the ship and learn its history and see how the crew lived and worked

A journey back into history. Interesting place, friendly staff.

Great historical treasure. Something for everyone, lots to see all over the ship be it war, related, history, how the crew lived and engineering etc. Volunteers were very helpful and friendly.

As an ex Navy man, the smell as I entered the superstructure took me back.

Impressive from the outside, tickets quite expensive.

I like the places very good and this place is very attracted

Definitely worth visiting. You can Explore WHOLE shop with audioguide with stories from veterans. Some rooms hlave audioeffects, which builds atmosphere. 10/10 experience

Witness to great battles, HMS Belfast is a war cruiser of the British Navy that currently serves as a museum. Being able to access all its decks, the ship is incredibly preserved, maintaining all its original rooms. A museum that every history, naval and war lover should not miss during their stay in London.

Used IWM membership and enjoyed exploring. Staff helpful and volunteers too. Visit was back in October time.

Great visit, good views from the main deck, lots of stairs

Great experience and a must-visit landmark in London. I spent around 3 hours there but I think there was even more to explore - sadly I was against the clock :( Pay attention to the announcements, as there are free short talks about various Belfast-related topics - I listened to one about her main guns and it was very good! You can even have short discussion with people knowing Belfast inside-out - they're cool! Few advices: - prioritize early sessions (if you're there shortly before closing time, you won't see much) - book tickets beforehand (you simply enter the ship right away, no issues) - pay attention to the talks and their topics - maybe there's something you will like - take your time! she's not going anywhere :)

Nice place to enjoy view of lovely Thames

Great museum, could spend half a day here easy

beautiful historic war building to visit! The interior staging allows you to recreate the atmosphere on board and the daily life of sailors!

Great place to learn a bit about history, really well preserved place. Bit of a shame you cant take it for a whirl though.

Great experience. Staff were helpful and highly knowledgeable. Well worth it!

Get around a piece of history as you get back in time

If you like ships, this is for you. I spent 2 hours here. Quite a lot to see. A few tight stairs to climb up and down. Some small places on board. But it's an amazing visit, how big it is and how heavy it must be, and still floats.

Spent almost 3 hours onboard, excellent for the kids with plenty of interactive activities. Staff are polite and very friendly. After serving in the Royal Navy the ship brought back many memories good & bad. I would definitely recommend visiting Hms Belfast.

Great old warship that is used as a museum! It's very nice to see what it used to be like on a ship like this... The ship is still in perfect condition! If you are ever in London, this is an absolute must to visit the ship! You can spend 1-2 hours here! if you are interested in it!

Very interesting history. Well worth a visit. Lots of narrow stairways

The ship has been turned into a museum, you can climb almost everywhere, 5 decks for inspection, tickets can be bought in advance, you can buy them on the spot, there is an audio guide, you can get there by metro or full transport

Great and informative place and interesting and very friendly people

Wow went onboard 40 years previously. What a change. So much to see and read about. I was expecting to be on a hour or so. Was onboard over 3 hrs Loved it.

One of the best touristic spots in London.

If you're plotting a course through London's sea of attractions, make sure to anchor down at HMS Belfast. This historic warship, permanently moored on the River Thames near Tower Bridge, isn't just a sight to behold; it's a deep dive into Britain's naval history. With its prime location in the heart of London, HMS Belfast offers both an intriguing day out and a strategic spot from which to navigate the rest of the city's treasures. Boarding HMS Belfast, you're stepping into a time capsule. This Royal Navy cruiser played a pivotal role in World War II and beyond, and today serves as a living museum, inviting adventurers of all ages to explore its decks and delve into the life of sailors during some of the 20th century's most significant maritime moments. Here's a fascinating tidbit to pique your interest: HMS Belfast is the only surviving vessel of her type to have been active during the D-Day landings. Walking through her corridors, you're tracing the steps of heroes, surrounded by the echoes of history. It's an immersive experience that connects you to the past in a profound and personal way. The ship's location couldn't be better. Nestled between the iconic Tower Bridge and the historic Tower of London, HMS Belfast is a gem in London's crown of attractions. After exploring the ship, you can easily set sail to other nearby landmarks or enjoy a leisurely stroll along the South Bank, making it a perfect addition to any London itinerary. So, why not chart a course for HMS Belfast on your next London visit? It's an opportunity to engage with history hands-on, offering insights and stories that resonate long after you disembark. Whether you're a history buff, a maritime enthusiast, or simply looking for a unique London experience, HMS Belfast is sure to captivate. Drop it a like, drop it a visit, and dive into the adventure – it's an expedition worth every moment.

A warship from the Second World War, for military history buffs it is a must see!

Nice ship it took about 2 hours Lots of ladders in the ship There is a caffe Good staff Great experience

Fantastic day out, friendly and helpful staff, very unique museum. World of Warships room was a great pull for the children!

Interesting WW2 cruiser. Lots of ladders to go round but lots to see in central London location. Fairly expensive you are not an IWM member .

I visited HMS Belfast for a work conference. The catering was good and we were then able to walk around all the decks and quarters. It was raining very hard and yet wasn't slippery. Fascinating history and a unique experience.

I took my grandson to visit HMS Belfast, the last time was over 20 years ago and this visit was better than the last with more parts of the ship open to the public and the on board cafe which had a good selection of drinks and treats with plenty of seating plus plenty of toilets all of which was easily accessible, the time I spent on board was three and a half hours and I could of spent more time on board, the time I arrived at the point of entry was just after it opened, I didn't pre book my ticket which wasn't a problem I had to wait about ten minutes for those with pre booked tickets to pass through, also once I left the ship I was able to get food and drink at the nearby food hall about a two minute walk.

Toys at full size. Really good guides

Fantastic, although you have to be quite fit to climb up and down the ladders between decks

Thank you for your generous sharing. I can study it slowly in one day.

In my opinion a must see in London. You can really go back in time and experience it all. My father took me there a long time ago so i had to show it to my son :)

Easy to walk to from London bridge looks impressive sat on Thames very polite staff good toilets and cafe on board we took about 3 and a half hours for visit lots of climbing up and down narrow ladder steps quite tight for space in places very interesting some interactive bits really enjoyed it

A very interesting place with lots of details about ships and how they operate. Besides the technology, HMS Belfast has a great history and a very interesting story to tell. Definitely worth a visit.

Fantastic , much better than anticipated, expect to spend atleast 3 hours

A great piece of our history, amazing to see and experience first hand. The whole setup is very well done and really does well in its presentation and delivering the history of the ship in a walk around approach. It's just a shame we did not preserve more of this Era of ship.

Such amazing part of history, lots of interesting information, ship is still completely set up as it was.Ww spoke to lots of amazing, inspirational veterans on board whose stories brought truth,facts and encounters of trips they had sailed.Fantastic for young and old.

Great museum, well worth a visit. Great to be able to speak to veterans and hear their stories.

Very interesting experience. You're able to see many of the ships functions and hear about experiences of crew members. I even got to hear a short presentation given by a volunteer at the Belfast about torpedoes and its history in both conflict and aboard the HMS Belfast. I wouldn't recommend it to those with small children and those with significant mobility issues. Very steep stairs/ladders are used to get between the decks. It's a warship, it's not exactly accessibility friendly. Otherwise, absolutely fantastic and would recommend a visit. Don't forget to pick up an audio guide on the way in!

Tout simplement PASSIONNANT. (pour un prix relativement élevé, certes) Un lieu unique, pas le genre de visite que l'on a souvent l'occasion de faire. Vous pourrez accéder à à peu près tout: cabines, ponts supérieurs et inférieurs, salle des machines, cuisines...

Vraiment à voir en prévoyant 2 heures.Parfois un peu désorienté par le sens de la visite mais il faut se laisser aller, ce n'est pas important

Great visit for the family, lots more to see than expected.

Great place to visit. Ideally need to be quite nimble, to get to some of the more obscure places like boiler and engine rooms. But my 88-yo dad managed even those areas. Allow about 3 hours, especially if you stop for a coffee on board

Very nice and interesting! I really recommend going here :)

Excellent day out, could have easily spent the day on here. Lots to do for all ages.

Ein Besuch der Belfast ist interessanter als erwartet. Gut dargestellt ist das Leben auf dem Schiff von den Unterkünften über die Kombüse, die Wäscherei und die Maschinenräume. Schön ist, dass man alle Decks erkunden kann und über die Audioguides auch in eigener Sprache. Die Technik funktioniert zuverlässig. Die militärische Seite ist auch dargestellt, sehr eindrucksvoll im Geschützturm. Die Interviews und Erfahrungsberichte der Zeitzeugen machen die Tour lebendiger. Gut gelungenes Konzept.

The reason I give it 4 out of 5 stars, in some parts of the boat signed are not clear where to go and I end up going in circles and missed some of the objectives. On the website I think should mention that you need like 3-4 hours to properly visit it. We entered at 14:30 , and had no time to visit it properly . Apart from that I fully recommend and definitely I will come back to see the missed parts.

Very interesting visit! Beautiful piece of history. Steep entrance fee, but that's everywhere in and around London these days...

Prachtig oorlogsschip en heel mooi dat je overal kan kijken met duidelijke uitleg. Echt een top ervaring en zeker aan te raden als je in Londen bent!

Fantastic experience, super educational with some great content on board. Great little cafe for a snack on board too!

Amazing day trip with the family. Perfect place to go if you any interest in WW2 or Ships. Stunningly preserved and really well presented. Lots to see and do. Very interactive for big and little kids. Lots of atmosphere. Lots of ladders so you need to be fairly agile. Lovely day out. Takes about 2 hours. Nice picnic and cafe facilities. Very highly recommended. A must. PS - Pre booking is needed

Must see experience! The ship itself is like a maze and Tardis.

Beautiful pictures..... Well done publishing

Es un barco que a manera de museo refleja como era la vida en un barco de décadas atrás. Todo muy bien conversado y explicado. Super recomendable a los que les interesan los temas navales e históricos .

Цікаве, з історичного погляду, місце. Особливо вразили інсталяції побуту моряків. Відвідування корабля сподобається геймерам, які грають в "корабліки" ), бо при купівлі квитка, як бонус, ви отримаєте на три дні можливість користування цим військовим кораблем в грі.

Visiting the HMS Belfast (part of the Imperial War Museum trust) is a must for the military history passionate and regular tourists alike, when in London. Purchasing tickets online guarantees a quick entry and less queuing than otherwise. The ship is kept in excellent condition and the work done on it to restore various pieces of equipment and decks is admirable. The visitors can explore most of the ship's decks, from the engine rooms to machine rooms, workshops, dispensary and med bay, canteen, store rooms, to the admiral's deck and radar/weapons control rooms and the main 6" battery turrets. Audio guides are also available and care must be taken when moving from one deck to the other as the stairs are quite narrow and the wrungs, slim. Kids seem to also really enjoy the light cruiser.

Such a shame that we have scrapped almost all of our iconic warships. This proves that our politicians made the wrong call time and again.

Absolutely fantastic time on board HMS Belfast and the staff were awesome. You have to be fairly nimble to get around some parts of the ship but definitely worth seeing it all. Not exactly cheap to get in but you will be there a long time so worth every penny.

Najlepsza atrakcja Londynu. Warta każdego pensa z ceny wstępu. Czysty zachwyt. Miejsce obowiązkowe - okręt świetnie wyeksponowany i inaczej niż w przypadku naszej Błyskawicy do zwiedzenia jest 9 kondygnacji od maszynowni po mostek. Równie dobrze udostępnionym do zwiedzania okrętem w Europie jest chyba tylko Smaaland w Goteborgu, ale to tylko niszczyciel. Obiekt w swojej kategorii jedyny na świecie - HMS Carolina w Belfaście to jednak I WŚ, a USS Salem z Quincy wszedł do slużby już po II WŚ. Po zwiedzeniu tym bardziej szkoda, że taka potęga morska jak Wielka Brytania nie zachowała jako okrętu muzeum HMS Vanguarda albo któregoś HMS Illustrious.

Touring the ship was fascinating. The ship is pretty big so I'd recommend setting aside a few hours to see it, but it's definitely worth seeing for those who live in London or are visiting for a few weeks.

Die HMS Belfast ist ein absolutes muss für jeden der sich für Kriegsschiffe interessiert und in London unterwegs ist, das Schiff ist im top Zustand und im Schiff ist alles beschrieben zudem ist fast jede Stelle des Schiffes zu Fuß zu erreichen. Eintritt war zu meinem Besuch kostenlos, - vor dem Schiff gibt es einen Verkaufsladen der sich mit Themen der Schifffahrt befasst und dementsprechend Artikel verkauft, anschließend kann man über den Laden das Schiff über eine Brücke erreichen. Bilder befinden sich im Anhang.

Wow! Don't know where the time went. Arrived at 11am. Left just after 2pm. Plenty to see. Make sure you wear flat shoes/trainers/boots. Plenty of ladders/stairs to climb up and down.

Been meaning to visit this for many years. It was well worth the wait. I suggest researching the history of the ship beforehand to get the most out of your visit. There are lots of steep steps, so be aware of this and your own physical abilities before buying a ticket. On a side note, we picked up an interesting snippet of info about why the forward guns are pointed where they are, but if I told you, I would have to kill you 🙂