Situated at the Great Western Dockyard where she was first built, Brunel’s majestic SS Great Britain exemplifies the industry and inventiveness of the Victorian era and symbolises the birth of mass international passenger travel.
Combining technological excellence, inspirational design and revolutionary features, the ship and adjacent Dockyard Museum provide a fascinating day out for all ages. Visitors can step back in time and explore the world’s first great ocean liner, from the beautifully recreated First Class Lounge to the steerage quarters and engine room. Audio guides and authentic smells reveal the stories of the SS Great Britain’s diverse passengers and bring the 19th Century experience to life.
The ship appears to be afloat on a glass ‘sea’, underneath which visitors can descend to view the stunning hull and find out how innovative technology is preserving Brunel’s engineering masterpiece for future generations.