Step back in time when you board Brunel’s ss Great Britain. Discover the true stories behind the ship that changed the world.
Experience the sights, sounds and smells of life on board for Victorian passengers and crew. Descend under water below the glass ‘sea’ to touch the world’s first great ocean liner.
Brunel Institute
A world-class conservation and education centre. Access our collection.
Watch the trailer
Discover the incredible story of Brunel’s ss Great Britain and see the ship that changed the world.
Tickets & Gift Shop
Buy tickets online and choose from a great selection of presents and gifts…
Wedding open evening
Join us for a glass of wine on Thursday Mar 22 from 5:30pm to 8:30pm... Find out more
Dry dock appeal
Help preserve the ss Great Britain’s historic dry dock and protect the ship with a gift of £25
Archive in Five
Get a sneak peek of the National Brunel Collection at ‘Archive in Five’ where objects will be on display
Latest News
Medal success in Tourism Excellence Awards
Judges have announced the order of medal winners, including Brunel’s ss Great Britain, for the South West Tourism Excellence Awards.
... Read more ss Great Britain news...Trip Advisor Reviews
"Fascinating"
Once I started looking at the work involved to keep this ship [ship shape] pardon the pun, it was worth every penny, going under...
Tell us about your visit...Winner of more than 20 national and international awards including UK Museum of the Year and Enjoy England Large Visitor Attraction of the Year.
