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Family-friendly adventures at the Dockyard: Top 5 summer picks

Sharna Bennett |

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Turn every summer day into a family adventure at the Dockyard—rain or shine, the fun never stops

[Editor’s note: All of the entries in this list are included with our Ultimate Explorer ticket, which guarantees unlimited access to all our attractions for 12 months. We also have full calendar of free* and special ticketed events throughout the year that you can see on our ‘What’s On’ page

*Free with a valid ticket to the hosting attraction

Mary Rose Museum

Whether you’re a history buff or visiting with curious children, the Mary Rose offers hands-on immersive fun. Explore Tudor artefacts, follow Hatch’s History Detectives Trail, and dive to the wreck site in our award-winning 4D cinema.

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HMS Warrior

Step aboard the first iron-hulled warship to explore its decks, meet the crew, and experience Victorian engineering up close.

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Harbour Tour

Get out on the water and see Portsmouth from a new angle, with stunning views and live commentary about the historic dockyard and its role as an active naval base.

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HMS Imagination Station

Children can learn through play in this imaginative zone by exploring life at sea, using aircraft hand signals, or building their own ship. Your child could be the next Royal Navy officer!

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Royal Navy Submarine Museum & HMS Alliance

Take the free waterbus to Gosport and explore HMS Alliance, the UK’s only surviving WWII submarine. Hear real stories from former submariners, try navigating a sub, and dive into Royal Navy history at the museum.

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