HMS Unicorn
Dundee
At almost 200 years old, HMS Unicorn is one of the world's most remarkable historic ships and the last surviving wooden warship left in Scotland. Built for the Royal Navy and launched in 1824, HMS Unicorn is now preserved as a historic ship and visitor attraction in Dundee. As one of the world's six oldest ships and with four atmospheric decks to explore, HMS Unicorn is great fun for all the family and suitable for all ages. So come aboard and step back in time to learn about life at sea, the history of the Navy in Dundee and warships in ‘the Golden Age of Sail’.
HMS Unicorn has be a base for trading knowledge and skills for over 150 years in Dundee serving as a Royal Naval Reserves Training Ship and now as a museum.
It is our annual Doors Open Day on Saturday 28th, when you can explore all four decks of HMS Unicorn for FREE! Smartphone users can access our QR code guided tour, so bring headphones if you have them!
Facilities
Additional Access Information
Steep ladderways connect the 4 decks which restricts wheelchair users to the Gun Deck.
Lower decks of the ship can reach as low as 4ft, meaning that visitors may need to watch their heads while moving around the ship.
The gangway ramp entrance to the ship raises and lowers with the tide. This means the steepness of the ramp can make it difficult and restrict wheelchair users from entering and exiting the ship during high tides.
Gallery
Key Information
Booking not required.
Where to find us
Address
- South Victoria Dock
- City Quay
- Dundee
- DD1 3BP