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HMS Belfast

Tooley Street, London SE1 2JH, England
+44 20 7940 6300
Ranked #92 of 821 attractions in London
4.5 of 5 stars 150 Reviews
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Type: Ships, Historic Sites, Military Museums
Activities: Getting married
Owner description: Launched in 1938, this cruiser served in World War II, playing a major role in the sinking of the German battle ship "Scharnhorst" in the Normandy...... more » Owner description: Launched in 1938, this cruiser served in World War II, playing a major role in the sinking of the German battle ship "Scharnhorst" in the Normandy landings. « less
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Bakewell, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

Although it wasn't my cup of tea, it was a great experience! I also had the chance to stay on here over night which was great! More

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Hertford, United Kingdom
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19 reviews 19 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

Its great exploring this old Jem. To see whay yje sailors had to put up with is humbling. Well presented and finished. More

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Sough
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012
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HMS Belfast is a fantastic attraction. A very large warship so allow plenty of time and plan to have lunch in between. There is a lot to see so you will need plenty of time. The engine room is an absolute must; the scale and complexity is amazing. Virtually every deck and compartment is open, it is a shame there... More

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surrey
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23 reviews 23 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012

how did those guys operate in cramped conditions. makes one humble to be on board More

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Mumbai
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012

For a history and WWII buff, the HMS Belfast is something not to be missed. One of the most active naval vessels during WWII, HMS Belfast is a history book in itself. Be prepared for a physically exhausting visit, since you will have to climb up and down five levels of the ship several times, up and down narrow gangways... More

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Hemel Hempstead, England, United Kingdom
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33 reviews 33 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2012

For anyone with an interest in WW2 or military ships will love a day out to HMS belfast. The best bits are probabaly being able to go into all the teirs of the main gun from the magazine up to the guns themselves and see all the shell hoists. I cant think of any negatives other than maybe the price... More

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London
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45 reviews 45 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

Very interesting, good to wander about at your own pace. Spoiled somewhat by large groups of school children running around, but otherwise excellent. More

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Suffolk
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2012

Wonderful experfience and the children really found it exciting to go up and down and all around it and imagine what it was like to be at sea on such a ship More

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Harrow
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2012

My 10 year old son really enjoyed this. We had come out to go in to a nearby attraction but the queue's were too long. We went on to HMS Belfast and we both had a wonderful time. More

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unhappy
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71 reviews 71 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2012

This is the way to teacher history to the children real hands - trying to image how to get through the high edged doors in rough weather. the cooking and sleeping areas and the hospital on board all making the children realise that lifei the navy is not as glam as it might appear 0 brillent - more please More

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