National Maritime Museum Private Tour
At a glance
National Maritime Museum Private Tour is a 3h 30m private experience in London, United Kingdom, operated by Graham Bleasdale t/a Greenwich Royal Tours. Travellers rate it 4.1 out of 5 across 8 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $237.12 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Local guide.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 3 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 3h 30m
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Travellers
- 1–7 per booking
- Ages
- Infant 0–5 · Adult 6–99
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Options & availability
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Adults/Seniors
from $230.32
Seniors
- Days:
- Every day
- Start times:
- 12:30
Times and prices come from the operator’s live schedule and are confirmed when you book.
Overview
This is a private Tour – just you with your fun and informative guide.
Enjoy a 3.5-hour guided walking tour around the world's largest maritime museum. Discover many of the different historical facts and artifacts such as Turner's monumental painting " Battle of Trafalgar ", the Nelson, Navy and Nation gallery and learn more about the fascinating maritime history of the UK. This is an amazing museum and we have the time on this tour to experience wonderful galleries such as the Traders gallery and the Atlantic/Slavery gallery as well. Fascinating tour - eg. have you ever wondered where the term " posh " came from?
Tour includes visit to the Queen's House housing the world famous Armada Portrait of Queen Elizabeth.
What's included
What's included
- Local guide
Not included
- Food and drinks
Itinerary
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Stop 1
Start your tour at the Ship in a Bottle statue which is located at the southern entrance ( IE. observatory side ) to the National Maritime Museum. See and experience Turner's magnificent painting of the Battle of Trafalgar which he painted in the early 1820's. From there you will continue on to the Nelson, Navy, Nation gallery where you will see the jacket that Nelson was wearing at the time he was mortally wounded on board HMS Victory.
Visit the Trade Gallery to learn more about trade with the Far East and its origins with the East India Company. Half way through the tour, you will have the opportunity to enjoy a coffee/tea break at the nice cafe located in the Museum.
Explore the Atlantic Slavery gallery which portrays a brutally honest history of the slave trade and England's role in that trade. Also discover more about lighthouses and their history in the UK. -
Stop 2
Start your tour at the Ship in a Bottle statue which is located at the southern entrance ( IE. observatory side ) to the National Maritime Museum. See and experience Turner's magnificent painting of the Battle of Trafalgar which he painted in the early 1820's. From there you will continue on to the Nelson, Navy, Nation gallery where you will see the jacket that Nelson was wearing at the time he was mortally wounded on board HMS Victory.
Visit the Trade Gallery to learn more about trade with the Far East and its origins with the East India Company. Half way through the tour, you will have the opportunity to enjoy a coffee/tea break at the nice cafe located in the Museum.
Explore the Atlantic Slavery gallery which portrays a brutally honest history of the slave trade and England's role in that trade. Also discover more about lighthouses and their history in the UK. -
Stop 3 · 45m
Tour includes visit to the Queen's House with the world famous Armada Portrait of Queen Elizabeth.
Meeting point
We meet at the south entrance (facing the Observatory) of the Museum at the Ship in a Bottle.
Traveller ratings
4.1
8 reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor
- 5 ★ 4
- 4 ★ 3
- 3 ★ 0
- 2 ★ 0
- 1 ★ 1
Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the National Maritime Museum Private Tour take?
The experience lasts about 3h 30m.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $237.12 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Local guide.
Where does it start?
We meet at the south entrance (facing the Observatory) of the Museum at the Ship in a Bottle.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.1 out of 5 across 8 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in London.
