Museums and Galleries

The Royal Yacht Britannia

Ocean Terminal, Leith, Edinburgh, Scotland EH6 6JJ

Tel: 0131 555 5566

e-mail: enquiries@tryb.co.uk

website: www.royalyachtbritannia.co.uk

For over forty years The Royal Yacht Britannia served the Royal Family, travelling over one million miles to become the most famous ship in the world. Travelling to every corner of the globe, in a career spanning 968 royal and official visits, she played a leading role in some of the defining moments of recent history. To Her Majesty The Queen and the Royal Family, Britannia proved to be the perfect royal residence for glittering State Visits, official receptions, honeymoons and relaxing family holidays. Since her decomissioning Britannia has now made Edinburgh's historic Port of Leith her final home and is open to the public throughout the year. Now owned by The Royal Yacht Britannia Trust, a non profit making charity, any proceeds go towards Britannia's maintenance.

Your tour of Britannia starts in the Visitor Centre on the second floor of Ocean Terminal. Here you can learn about Britannia's fascinating history through exhibits and photographs before you collect your complimentary audio handset and step on board Britannia, a privilege previously reserved for guests of Her Majesty The Queen and the Royal Family. Starting at the Bridge and finishing at the gleaming Engine Room, come and discover the reality behind life and work on board this Royal Yacht. Viewing five decks, using the lift or stairs for easy access, you will tour Britannia at your own pace and enjoy highlights that include the State Dining Room, the Drawing Room, the Sun Lounge, the Wardroom and the Chief Petty Officers' Mess. Britannia is furnished with artefacts from The Royal Collection, which are on loan from Her Majesty The Queen.

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