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Adult general admission to SS Great Britain costs £22 online (£25 on the door) and includes unlimited return visits for a year. The site is open Tuesday to Sunday, 10am to 5pm through summer 2026, and every child goes free with a paying adult until 2 September 2026.
What your ticket covers
A standard General Admission ticket gets you into the SS Great Britain Experience (the ship itself, including the recreated dry dock beneath the hull), the Being Brunel museum, and the Historic Dockyards, plus any seasonal events running that day. Because it's valid for a year with unlimited returns, it's worth buying even if you only plan a single proper visit, in case you end up back in Bristol.
Ticket prices
| Ticket | Online price | On the door |
|---|---|---|
| Adult, general admission | £22 | £25 |
| Child, general admission | £14.50 | £16.50 |
| Afternoon Saver (from 2:30pm) | £13 | £15 |
| Group (adult, 15+ people) | £18pp | - |
| Group (student, 15+ people) | £15.50pp | - |
| Group (youth/school, 5-18) | £11pp | - |
Booking online saves up to 15% over paying at the door, and it's how you claim the Kids Go Free offer, which covers one child free with every paying adult on a General Admission ticket, valid before 2 September 2026. If you're short on time, the Afternoon Saver ticket from 2:30pm covers the same sites at a lower price, just without the year-long return.
Opening times
Hours change between the spring/summer and autumn/winter seasons, and the site closes on Mondays outside of bank holidays and school holidays:
- Spring & Summer (14 Feb – 3 Nov 2026): Tuesday to Sunday, 10am to 5pm
- Autumn & Winter (4 Nov 2026 – 13 Feb 2027): Tuesday to Sunday, 10am to 4pm
Staff recommend weekday afternoons in school term time if you want to avoid the busiest periods.
Is it worth it?
Yes, if you're at all interested in Bristol's maritime history or Brunel's engineering. Brunel's SS Great Britain was the world's largest passenger ship when it launched in 1843 and one of the first iron, propeller-driven ocean liners, and the ship has been restored and moored back in the dry dock where it was originally built. Budget 1.5 to 2 hours for the ship and museum together, more if you're visiting with kids who want to explore every deck. The Being Brunel museum, included in the same ticket, covers his wider career including the Clifton Suspension Bridge and the Great Western Railway.
If you want more height and adrenaline, Go Aloft! runs from March to October 2026 and lets you climb 25 metres up the ship's rigging for harbour views; it can be added to a General Admission basket, or bought as part of a bundle from £35 online.
Getting there
SS Great Britain sits in the Great Western Dockyard on Gas Ferry Road, Bristol BS1 6TY, on the south side of the Floating Harbour. It's an easy walk from Wapping Wharf and the wider Harbourside and Old City area, or you can arrive by Bristol Ferry Boat, which has a stop right by the ship. If you're driving, check the Bristol parking guide and note the Clean Air Zone charges apply to non-compliant vehicles in the city centre.
Frequently asked questions
How much are tickets for SS Great Britain?
Adult general admission is £22 online or £25 on the door, and includes unlimited return visits for a year. Children go free with a paying adult until 2 September 2026, otherwise a child ticket is £14.50 online.
How long do you need to visit SS Great Britain?
Plan for 1.5 to 2 hours to see the ship and the Being Brunel museum properly. Families and history enthusiasts often spend longer.
Is SS Great Britain open on Mondays?
No, it's closed on Mondays except for bank holidays and school holidays. It's open Tuesday to Sunday year-round.
Can you buy a cheaper afternoon ticket?
Yes. The Afternoon Saver ticket is valid from 2:30pm and costs £13 online, covering the same sites as general admission but without the year-long return validity.
Is SS Great Britain good for kids?
Yes, it's one of the better family attractions in central Bristol, with hands-on exhibits and multiple decks to explore. See the Bristol with kids guide for how it fits into a family day out.
How do you get to SS Great Britain?
It's a short walk from Wapping Wharf and the wider Harbourside, or you can take the Bristol Ferry Boat, which stops right by the ship. See the getting around Bristol guide for other options.