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Welcome Aboard
The Golden Hinde is a museum of two histories, 400 years apart: the circumnavigation of Francis Drake in 1577-80, and the voyages of the reconstruction in the 20th Century.
Since The Golden Hinde was invited into her current Bankside home in St. Mary Overie Dock in 1996, she has welcomed hundreds of thousands of visitors onboard to experience a living piece of history where the past comes to life. The ship also serves as a unique venue for live music, weddings, an escape room, and a diverse range of other events throughout the year.
Opening times
November - March
Monday to Sunday 10:00 - 17:00
April - October
Monday to Sunday 10:00 - 18:00
The ship is occasionally closed for private functions, please see our Opening Times to avoid disappointment. Early closures are listed below:
23rd Jul 16:00 -
24th Jul 11:00 -
25th Jul 14:30 -
29th Jul 16:00 -
30th Jul 16:00 -
Public Opening: 10am-6pm
General Admission
Please note: Last admission is 30 minutes before closing time.
Admission includes audio guide in English and Spanish.
Tickets sold at the door.
We're carrying out essential restoration work so we’re not looking our best, please bear with us as access to areas aboard will also be affected.
| Adults | £6 |
| Children (3 – 16) | £6 |
| Family of 4 | £20 |
| Under 3 | Free |
Accessibility
As The Golden Hinde is an authentic full-scale wooden reconstruction of a 16th Century galleon, the museum is not currently accessible for wheelchair users or visitors with mobility impairments.
If you have any condition for which you need additional assistance, please contact the ship in advance at:
Our team is always happy to help visitors wherever possible. For full accessibility information and contact details, please see our accessibility guide.
Covid Information
The Golden Hinde has followed government and industry COVID-19 guidelines.
Procedures are in place to responsibly social distance visitors and staff.
Our ship has numerous outdoor areas and natural ventilation: as well as a HEPA-standard ventilation system. All surfaces are regularly cleaned.
Transport links
By tube
We are within walking distance from a number of London Underground stations, the closest is London Bridge, Borough and Monument. To plan your journey and for up to date travel information, visit the TfL website.
By mainline train
The nearest train stations are London Bridge, Cannon Street, Blackfriars and Waterloo. Book train tickets with Trainline.
By bus
Buses stopping nearby are 17, 21, 35, 40, 43, 47, 48, 133, 141, 149, 343, 381, 344, 521, RV1.
By river
London Bridge City Pier (6 minutes walk) and Bankside Pier (8 minutes walk). Thames Clippers serves both piers.
By bicycle
Cycle parking is available in the area. The nearest Santander Cycles docking stations are Duke Street Hill, London Bridge and Park Street, Bankside. Plan your journey on TfL Cycling in London, or check out alternative London-based bicycle hire at You Well.
By car
We encourage visitors to travel by public transport as parking in the local area is restricted. The Golden Hinde is inside the congestion charge zone. The daily charge applies between 7am – 10pm, Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays. Parking is available at Kipling Street, London Bridge. For more information and to book a space, please visit the NCP car park website. The nearest accessible Blue Badge Holder parking bays are in London Bridge station, see details here.
