HMS Belfast in Southwark

Awesome visit, the audio makes it all the better

This was absolutely fantastic - not crowded at all, lots to see and really worth exploring!

It's worth it. Very good audio guide, there is a lot to explore

Fantastic day out for the whole family

Very interesting. The talks are good. Be aware though that it's not fixed so does move when boats go by so I had a bit of motion sickness. As its a ship it has lots of very narrow and steep stairs which you have to go down backwards so not very disabled or pram friendly but it was a built as a serving ship not tourist attraction so to be expected. Not much the Imperial Museum can do about that. Just a bit of advice as it's quite expensive to visit, and if you can't see it all or get claustrophobia, you may not get the best out of the visit. Aside from that, it's worth a visit. Great views of the Thames as well.

I thoroughly enjoyed my visit, found it really interesting. We went at about 10am on a sunny morning. Plenty of space, lots to see and knowledgeable staff if you needed and a cafe that was ok too.

Exciting museum. We spent 3 interesting hours there

Not something you see everyday or everywhere

Super cool museum, a must-visit for any fans of naval history. The volunteer staff was wonderful, very nice and super helpful. There are some tight spaces on the ship, so this may not be the thing for anyone clostrophobic

It was a beautiful tourist attraction.

Just turned up and didn't book. Friendly staff. I had a good time.

The Cruiser Belfast. Floating Museum on the Thames...

A fantastic exploration of this historic warship. Everything very clearly explained including interactive displays. We took 3.5 hours to see everything, even without using the free audio guides. Lots of ladders and low headroom in places so large parts would be unsuitable for those with restricted mobility.

A lovely family day out. We especially enjoyed the guided tour of the boiler room and the informative explanation of how this historic cruiser was operated to withstand the extremes of the Arctic.

A great time visiting the ship. You can almost go everywhere. My 10yo loved it and we spent 5h there. Bravo to the guide who made us feel like part of the crew

Excellent insight into the ship's life and service.

Very fun to do with your children. There are volunteers on the boat ready to tell you lots of interesting stories and anecdotes.

Had the sausage roll in the cafe, absolutely revolting. Tough as old boots and felt like it was a good few days passed its best. £6 too. Yuck

Wonderful museum with a lot of information. My 11 year old loved it!

Well worth a visit Worth every penny Recommended

Very nice for enthusiasts. The tour is really long. Price approximately 30 euros.

An absolute delight for any history, war and navy enthusiast. Commendable job done by the concerned department to conserve this piece of history and open it almost entirely for the public to truly appreciate this marvel.

Fun and informative! Great day out!

Wonderful, a perfectly preserved piece of history

Give yourself a good 2 hours and you've got to be fairly fit. incredible 90% free areas access and a very impressive site to visit. Work every penny and look of for 2 for 1 entry deals which make the visit affordable.

It's a great 3 hours out and so interesting to small, inquisitive children. Considering the ships age, everything was clean and ship shape! Very helpful guides made it easy to find things. Also, great view of the Thames boat traffic and Tower Bridge. We especially liked the boiler and engine rooms, and sitting in the captains chair was cool!

The volunteer's talk was very interesting, especially with their own personal links to the crew of the arctic expedition.

Great example of British naval history. The tour is very good.

I would have loved to have actually got onto HMS Belfast, but on entering the ticket office I was, for some unknown reason, treated with suspicion by the security guard who stood in the doorway. Jokingly I said 'do you want to search me?'. The security guard said no but just stared and glared suspiciously at me. Im a middle-aged man who just wanted to step on to The Belfast! I was quoted £29 for a ticket by the tetchy guy with glasses (picking up his cue from the staring security guard) but that is the price including donation. I declined. I'm a tour guide in London. Suspicion should not be the main mood when you try and visit such an iconic ship.

Great warship to visit, you can explore absolutely everything on the ship and discover all its secrets

The ship is very interesting, full of history and I recommend using the audio guide and taking your time to understand all the facts. For children it is super interesting because we can go down to various levels of the ship. There is a special configuration in the audio guide especially for children. We did the IWM membership and it was worth it because we visited Duxford, Churchill War Rooms and this attraction, if I had paid separately it would have been more expensive for the family.

Great experience, plan for a good visit minimum 2 hours ideal for children, and discover how marine life happens, strong attention influences the school week, otherwise mine and go there early in the morning, small catering on site

While I've wanted to visit Belfast for years, bringing my two daughters 10 and 12 I planned for a couple of hours. Spent best part of 4 hours on ship which is amazing, met veterans who were the usual credit to themselves and the country and the many staff on board could not have done one thing more to make a great visit. Have to get back to see more, my girls both loved it and really interested in everything. First class.

We came on a weekday and got here when it opened. We didn’t have to wait and we got straight in, this is the best time to visit as the ship isn’t like a cattle market. They do discounts for concessions and it took us around 2hrs to get round the while ship and that includes listening to the audio guide at every prompt. There is enough toilets on board and there is even a cafe and seating area on board. It’s quite easy to lose your bearings while walking around but there is plenty of volunteers who are happy to assist. I throughly enjoyed myself and would recommend this to anyone who has an interest in history.

Amazing history in our Capital City

Got the offer from TFL 2for1. Regardless, my sons loved it - felt like he was part of the HMS Belfast team. Went there during my off day on a weekday so not many people. Stairs were a challenge for my 4 year old but as there were no one else, no pressure of coming up or down the stairs! Couldn’t go down to the engine room as my son was still <120cm

Cool experience, recommend to not take a bag onto the boat as the hatches between floors are quite tight.

Well worth the visit. A great look into the lives of WW2 sailors.

A last minute visit, as a group of 11. Be prepared for a great adventure exploring this ship. There are lots to see and do, with lots of ladders and nooks to climb through. Kevin was the highlight of our visit

World War 2 era warship.......to my knowledge this is the only visitable one currently in the UK.

A great place to visit, it's really worth spending the money. Lots of things to see, going to different levels, climbing ladders, looking into different nooks and crannies. You are provided with a guide on headphones (it is in Polish). A fantastic time. I recommend.

It is very interesting and you can explore everything. When you enter, the people who assist you are very nice, and they give you information about the ship and some instructions (such as that you have to go down the stairs with your back turned). Of all the places I visited in London, this is one of the ones I liked the most, I give it 5 stars because I couldn't give it more! I recommend watching the sunset from here, the City looks incredible. It is a visit that you cannot miss, I would have liked to spend more time here!!

HMS Belfast stands as a floating testament to Britain’s naval history, offering visitors an immersive experience aboard a World War II-era warship. Moored on the River Thames, this historic vessel provides a fascinating glimpse into life at sea, from the engine rooms to the command center. With interactive exhibits and well-preserved interiors, the museum brings history to life, making it an engaging visit for all ages. Its prime location and educational value solidify HMS Belfast as a must-visit landmark in London.

Attended a two day meeting here. The staff are super friendly and helpful. This location made a nice change from the normal boring meeting rooms in hotel/office.

Alhamdulillah, what a war ship anchored in the bank of Thames river.

After crossing Tower Bridge & Potter's Field Park, You might consider visiting HMS Belfast, which is permanently moored on the Thames a short walk from Tower Bridge on the south bank. Launched just before the outbreak of World War 2, this Royal Navy Light Cruiser saw action in both World War 2 and the Korean War, before being decommissioned in 1963. you can spend a good deal of time learning all about operational life on board a warship, as well as the history of HMS Belfast specifically. Definitely a worthwhile part of your visit.

I almost never write a review, but sometimes u have to make an exception. This time, I'm making it for Kevin, a truly amazing volunteer on the HMS Belfast. Of course, the ship is great, and u can see a lot . They even give u an audio guide. But when me and my girlfriend arrived today, we were quickly spotted by Kevin. Slowly approaching us with a friendly smile. After a little bit of small talk, he offered a sort of guided tour (yes ofcourse it was free). It was very interesting, he had lots of information on all the different rooms. He could also fill the silence with some of his own stories from when he served in the navy. Thank you for today Kevin, and for people in doubt, u should visit!

A fantastic place to visit with the kids, offering plenty to see and explore. Just a heads-up—some areas can feel a bit tight, so it may not be ideal if you're claustrophobic.

Great place to visit, shame the IWM staff were so miserable and couldn't be bothered. Especially in the Stoker's Cafe. The volunteers were as wonderful, helpful and polite as always.

A piece of history that gives you an up close and personal view into the WW2 era. To realise that you are walking through a ship that was a part of the D day attack is a kick in itself. I was luckily alone when I went to see this back in 2024 and spent about 3 hours going through every section of this ship, trying to imagine how it must have felt for the crew.

I don't know what it will be like inside but just looking at it from the outside gives the impression that it is incredible.

Absolutely fantastic experience. Didn't go for the audio tour but there's plenty to look at and see. Navigating the ladders was relatively straightforward even being tall! Easily took up a good portion of the afternoon.

Enjoyed very much. Was really cool to explore a warship and great going down to different decks and rooms. Great historical monument and worth a visit.

It's amazing what man can achieve technically, anyone who is interested will be impressed by the history of the ship, although there were also some sad reasons for its construction and use

Very informative museum, the audioguide is very nice, and nearly every inch of the ship can be explored. Not very crowed, but also a bit pricey. It's definitely worth visiting for ship and military interested people.

I visited HMS Belfast with my 8-year-old son, and we both had an amazing time! The ship is full of history, and the way it’s presented makes it super engaging for both kids and adults. Exploring the narrow corridors, crew quarters, and gun turrets really gave us a feel for what life was like on board. The staff (volunteers?) were really friendly and knowledgeable, making the visit even better. If you’re in London with kids, this is a must-visit! It’s both educational and a real adventure. Highly recommend! 🚢🔎

Super well-preserved monument - ship

Great Day Out! Went with my Scout group and they LOVED it! Great for kids!

Wicked place to go so much to see and do.

Iconic place. Literally a must for boat lovers.

Staff all lovely and helpful. Amazing experience to see a ship and its insides from engine to living quarters.

Genuinely the BEST museum in London. It’s interactive, it’s interesting, and it’s like a huge maze. I will come back any day if I could.

Really enjoyable and interesting visit, great to see how people lived and worked on the ship, would definitely recommend visiting . You need to be aware there is a lot of steep steps to access certain areas, one recommendation I can think of, would be to copy the Churchill war rooms method of adding numbers on the route with the audio guide so you can ensure you cover all areas, it’s a little bit random and you can come away thinking you’ve missed something, however, on saying that , it doesn’t detract that this is well worth a visit

Unmissable. Superbly managed experience of a real, battle-scarred warship. Not for those with mobility issues.

We spent 2 hours exploring the nine decks of HMS Belfast and learned a lot! The staff were friendly and helpful. There are accessible options, but, as relatively nimble able bodied visitors, the many ladders provided some good exercise!

We found our visit interesting. Am not sure about enjoyable. There needs to be better signage throughout so that you know where you are and can navigate in a more satisfactory manner. Feeling lost/like being in a rabbit warren is not much fun. The volunteers greeting us on arrival were very enthusiastic and welcoming but the experience needs to be more than that. This visitor attraction has huge potential but it isn't fulfilling it's potential as things are. Much better presentation needed to enable visitors to get the most out of a visit. Good cafe.

Great experience touring this ship.

Amazing! Very interesting! There is a team of people to help and explain about the ship. Very good!

First visit, had a great time, absolutely amazing ship with so much history which is brilliantly delivered by audio guide, volunteers on board & information videos as you travel around the ship. Very poignant too, taking in how many people served on board, what they did & how they lived. Highly recommend to people of all ages (mindful of any mobility issues, lots of climbing ladders through the decks)

A beautiful battleship both inside and out.

Coolest “museum” that I’ve visited in London. Price might seem high but the virtual tour was very thorough and explained which hatches or ladders to climb. In the morning there were some senior museum staff that were eager to tell us amazing stories and this was the best thing about it. I’ve noticed that there are talks organised but couldn’t follow any of them. We hopped on the Belfast at 11:30 and completed our visit at 15:00 so there is definately a lot of stuff to see. The lower decks especially the boiler room were extremely cool, don’t skip them. Some equipment is still partially functional like the short range gunsight-calculators on the deck. The rearmost turret has a simulated shooting drill which is also extra cool. I hope they expand the walkable areas on the lower decks even if there is “nothing to see” in the warehouses.

An old warship that shows what life was like back then, such a ship. It is possible to walk around almost every corner, but you have to pay attention to the fact that in many places you have to climb narrow ladders, so it is not safe for people with children or those who are insecure about their movements to enter.

The visit to the ship was a discovery. We went for my nephew without much desire and in the end it was wonderful. The ticket includes an audio guide and with videos (like a smartphone) you can tour the entire ship listening to the History and what was in each room or area of ​​the ship listening to like the kitchen. The cabins. The area where the Morse code was broadcast, the artillery area and the kitchen. Where they kept the potatoes etc. It's very pretty. Lots of history. You can travel by boat in an hour and a half. But go to the restaurant which is very cozy and you can have hot chocolate (we went in winter and it was very cold). Our visit to London was very good in part because of getting to know this museum ship. I highly recommend it. I bought the entrance tickets two days before online. The shop is nice and not expensive to take you to a paper boat for £1 or a mug for £10. There are t-shirts. Keychains and even a set of Morse code. Finally, from the boat you have wonderful views of the Tower Bride and the city of London

Súper interesting, I recommend going in with time 2-3 hours before closing (at least that's what I took to see everything). If you are interested in history, navy, engineering or merchant navy, then this is an superb place to go. The ship itself is very well maintained and explains details of how was the life of its crew when on service, all workers are also super helpful and polite. You also have good views of the city from the flying bridge and general boat, specially if it gets close to sunset. You can't end up imagining the life of each crewmen on board the ship, being the cat the only one enjoying it. Totally recommend it.

Excellent if you like ships, history, engineering or anything military. Wear sensible shoes to climb up and down ladders and give yourself at least two and a half hours, longer if you want to use the cafe. Many information places, signs, videos etc. and helpful knowledgeable volunteers and staff.I think it should be priced a bit lower but this is London. Easiest directions get to London bridge train station and it's a 5 minute walk. Finally the views of London from the ship are amazing.

Most of the staff are friendly and the ship was good. However, we were rudely treated by one of the staff. When we submitted the complaint, they promised to give feedback in 5 working days but 2 months passed, I didn’t hear from them.

Best museum in London. Staff extremely friendly. Kids loved it and it was very interesting

We turned up on a Saturday in January. No wait at all. We bought guide book and took the audio tour. The ship is fascinating, built before ww2 but overhauled after it. The things that strike you is how compressed the living and working spaces are. Entering the boiler and engine room when they were working must have been the stuff of nightmares. The armorer box (all or nothing) is most clearly seen and understood here. The guns are not massive, 6 inch, but the turrets and barbettes allow understanding of how it worked. As you go through the ship, it’s hard to imagine being here in freezing artic seas, pitching around and under attack. The captain’s and admiral’s cabins had tiny little electric fires. Others probably relied on water heat from engine. It is a shame the uk never preserved a genuine dreadnought battleship, this is as good as it gets and well worth it.

Very interesting. There is a lot to discover and see.

Very interesting and well presented. I had no idea how complex these boats are. The self tour audio was easy to understand and informative. Lots of helpful staff around the ship. You need to be fairly fit and agile to navigate the steps and narrow passages throughout the boat. This is on my must do recommendation list to anyone visiting London.

It is said to be a ship that participated in World War II.

It is nice to see but not for the price the charge hence the 2 *

A very enjoyable experience, we went on a weekday in the new year so it was reasonably quiet, we bought tickets in advance so there was no wait in the queue which was nice. I definitely recommend buying tickets in advanced it is just quicker and easier. The actual experience was really pleasant there is quite a good amount to see and read and you can explore every floor! We spent around 4 hours here. We attended a talk about the royal marines and it was very factual and interesting. This is a nice day out for any ages! I recommend

A really fascinating and educational London experience. The staff was extremely kind and the audio guides make the Belfast an engaging experience. The exhibits are well designed and really brings the experience of the men who used to run it to life, especially the gun batteries. If you go on a cold day be sure to dress very warm!

Great visit to do at your own pace, boat full of history to do with family or lovers, very few people, it was great!

HMS Belfast offers a captivating journey through history. Exploring this WWII warship is both educational and exciting, with well-preserved areas like the engine room and gun turrets bringing naval life to vivid reality. The interactive exhibits and detailed displays make it engaging for visitors of all ages. The panoramic views of Tower Bridge and the Thames from the deck are stunning, and the friendly, knowledgeable staff enhance the experience. HMS Belfast is a must-see for history enthusiasts and anyone seeking a unique London adventure.

We had thought it was a tad expensive to visit HMS Belfast, but picked up on the TFL 2 for 1 offer, so we decided to give it a visit - after many times walking past! We got some audio guides, which I inevitably knew I would be carrying for the kids by the end...! We did sort of follow the guide, and the kids did give me a few nuggets of information as we walked about. We made sure we got a picture at the back of the boat with the bridge in the background before we forgot! I personally found it all very interesting, for the kids it was a bit more mixed. One of them git a bit scared when we went further down in to the ship and my son was looking forward to the world of warships area but most of the machines were either not working or broken. My daughter on the other hand really enjoyed it - thought it was fun going up and down the ladders and walking through the kitchen etc! The boat does take a lot longer to get round than you expect, and actually was quite easy to get lost in (it happened to us more than once!) If the kids had the patience we may have gone for one of the talks they advertised over the tannoy, if we had - we may have been there even longer!

Took my boys here, really enjoyed learning about the fascinating history, the guides are really friendly and knowledgeable. We listened to a great talk about the role of the ship in WW2 and there were other regular talks too. There is a free audio guide available and you can purchase a guidebook too. The shop has some nice souvenirs. It's like stepping back in time, loved exploring all the decks. Views from the top deck are great. Lots of steep and narrow steps. Veggie options at the cafe are limited.

A family trip out late December 2024. A wonderful place to visit . Use the free audio guide to enhance your experience and make sure you stop off at the cafe at try the coronation chicken sandwiches.

Military ship decommissioned after the Second World War. Recommended and very interesting visit. It is located near London Bridge

It was a fantastic experience! We experienced a piece of history! Extraordinary exhibition! 👌👏

Amazing history!!! Free roam to explore the boat, found it better to just enjoy the experience vs. using audio tour. Lots of climbing ladders!

Well configured and interesting for all ages

A very interesting museum that will be of interest to both adults and children.

Good plan to spend some time with children (or without them). Curious to see and very well set and decorated. Friendly staff.

Very interesting account of the history of the ship and its crew. It mainly focuses on life on the ship. The free audio guide describes everything very well. Some parts of the outside area are a bit run down.

Super interesting, but the visit is also quite expensive at around 25 pounds per person. But the visit is worth it.

It was a rich experience...special thanks to volunter's for discusses and details shared. I was always welcome event if English is far from my native language 😁

Surprisingly a very informative and in-depth look at life on board a WW2 warship. Good explanations and lots to see. It's a fairly big ship, so fair amount of climbing (yes you read right). One for the military buffs.

Was great fun doing the tour of HMS Belfast. You get an immediate appreciation of the history and scale of the ship the moment you enter. It feels like the entire ship is run like a scaled down village with everyone playing their part. The ship comes with its own native wildlife in the form of a few cheeky mice which lighten up the mess hall and added a sense of jovial ness to the cafe area watching them jump around. All in all highly recommended and a great way to pass an hour or two.