History / EDINBURGH

The Royal Yacht Britannia

See the difference between royal accommodation and working life aboard Britannia, permanently berthed at Leith. The route takes in the ship’s decks, from formal rooms to spaces used by the crew. Make this a Leith outing with a break afterwards instead of squeezing it between Old Town tickets.

Before you go

Start at the visitor centre on the second floor of Ocean Terminal. Add transport and arrival time to the ship visit, and check the operator’s current entrance directions before leaving the centre.

The practical details

Where to find it: Ocean Terminal, Ocean Drive, Leith, Edinburgh EH6 6JJ. Entry is through the second-floor visitor centre.
Directions and arrival information ↗
Tickets and booking: Advance online booking is offered. Compare the ordinary tour with any additional experience before paying; food and special packages have separate costs.
Access and getting around: Lifts and ramps serve the tour, but wheelchair width and scooter dimensions matter in the ship’s corridors. The operator specifies a 670mm wheelchair-width limit for the full tour and tearoom; contact it if your equipment needs checking.
Official access information ↗
Visiting with children: The changing shipboard spaces may suit children interested in boats and how people lived. Check buggy guidance and allow time for breaks; the tour covers several decks.

Practical information checked 14 September 2026. Confirm anything essential to your visit with the venue.

Make it part of your day

Allow 2–3 hours for the visit, plus travel and breaks. This is a suggested planning allowance; opening times, access and availability may affect your plans.

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