HMS Belfast

Yep. The top decks are open-air with epic views of Tower Bridge and the Thames – great for photos, terrible for hair. Bring layers, especially if you’re visiting in winter or have wind-sensitive children.

Yes, yes, and yes. There are ladders, steep steps and twisty corridors. This is not a flip-flop zone. Trainers or boots will stop you sliding into the engine room by accident.

Kind of. Some decks have step-free access, and there are accessible loos, but the lower levels are old-school ship tight. Buggies are better parked (there’s a buggy park onboard), and wheelchair users should check the website before visiting for the latest info.

Most families spend 2–3 hours exploring. There’s loads to see, so factor in snack stops and unexpected cannon fascination. You might struggle to get them to leave.

Totally. Kids can duck into tiny bunks, play pretend in the Operations Room, press buttons, and try out the World of Warships game. It’s like a massive floating climbing frame… with added history.

You bet. There’s Stokers’ Café for sandwiches, kids’ lunch bags and cake (obviously), and a chill Upper Deck Bar & Café for grown-up treats and top-deck views. Everyone wins.

You’re encouraged to! This isn’t one of those “don’t touch the exhibits” museums. You can spin wheels, peek through portholes, and even lie in the bunks if you fancy testing how sailors slept.

Not really. It’s more about exploring, climbing, and pretending you’re in a real-life action movie. The history sneaks in around the edges like a clever bit of broccoli in the pasta.