Fun for families at the National Maritime Museum

Cutty Sark closure

Visitor notice: Cutty Sark will be closed on Sunday 1 March for the Vitality Big Half Marathon. The Park Row car park will also be closed to the public all weekend. On 29 February and 1 March access to the National Maritime Museum and Queen's House will be via the Romey Road or William Walk gates. Our other museum sites will be open as usual. Plan your visit

There are lots of things for children to see and do at the National Maritime Museum; aspiring young pirates and explorers can expect an action-packed, fun day out.

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Fun in Ahoy! children's gallery

Little sailors can explore polar exploration, pirates and a host of other maritime themes brought to life in this playful and immersive gallery.

Explore Ahoy!

 

 

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Navigate the Great Map

Explore the globe on this giant atlas. Play with giant ships or try some interactive games.

Find your place in the world

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Pick up a trail

Navigate your way through the galleries with these family-friendly trails.

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Great gifts for aspiring young explorers and adventurous sailors

Toy Ferry Boat

Set sail with our Toy Ferry boat with cars. This two-storey vessel is ready...

Learn the Ropes Kit

Any aspiring sailor first needs to learn The Ropes. Knowing a couple of...

Boats Fast and Slow

From Viking longships, to Native American log canoes, and onwards to Chinese...
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