About HMS Unicorn
Step aboard one of Britain's oldest warships at Victoria Dock, where families can explore authentic naval history through this remarkably preserved 19th-century vessel, though access is limited for pushchairs and wheelchairs.
What's nearby
- Dundee City Quay next door
- Domino's Pizza - Dundee - City Quay 250m away
- Wild Shore Dundee 250m away
- Rushton Court 300m away
- Apex City Quay Hotel & Spa 300m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Free car park
- ✓Paid car park
- ✓Paid street
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible toilet
- ✓Accessible seating
Payment
- ✓Contactless
Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.
Photos
Photos via Google
Facilities
Opening hours
- Monday
- 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Thursday
- 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Friday
- 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Saturday
- 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.
What visitors say
I last visited the Inicorn 20 years ago and was happy to visit again. The Unicorn is living history we must preserve. An interesting visit to get the feel of an early 19c ship. Much to see-albeit the upper deck exhibits could do with thinning out, but obviously much effort goes rightly into preserving. Friendly helpful staff. Note the lower decks ceilings are very low but they do provide hard hats. Lots of canon !!
· via Google
A beautiful and fascinating ship to visit. I loved that you could go around all the decks into all the nooks and crannies, I'm about 5ft 7 (172cm) and on the lowest deck I had to walk knees bent and fully bent over at the waist the ceiling is that low! I really enjoyed that you can touch a lot of the items and bits of the boat. I gave the ships bell a ring....a lot louder then I was anticipating!! Lovely friendly staff and interesting displays.
· via Google
A fantastic visit. Unicorn is a one of a kind ship - having seen more than 200 years of service in the Royal Navy, Royal Naval Reserve and finally in her current condition as a preserved museum ship. Full of information, history and intrigue. Wonderful staff and volunteers as well - Jonas is a fantastic source of information on the ship and it's various exploits. The people who work onboard this vessel very clearly love their ship and her history. It's refreshing to see that sort of passion in today's world. Thank you. 5+ stars
· via Google
Absolutely wonderful ship with great history, only bad part about it is that the outside is in a pretty poor state but the inside is very nice, even if some damage from outside can be seen on the inside. The lowest deck of the ship was wonderful to see as, while I had to lean down almost at a 90 degree angle due to being quite tall, it was still very interesting to see where the supplies and ballast and powder would have been stored. I don't recommend going into the lowest deck if you have a bad back as you have to bend down quite a lot and in the second lowest deck you will only have to bend down of you are tall, all the other decks you don't have to bend down in. The price was also very reasonable at only 12 pounds and a bit for a student and a child. Would have been around 21 pounds had we been a adult, a student and a child. Overall absolutely wonderful ship and I will definitely be coming back when I have more time.
· via Google
Visitors say this historic ship offers a fascinating and unique experience, with full access to explore its well-preserved decks and learn about naval history. They also highlight the knowledgeable and friendly staff, who enhance the visit with their passion and helpfulness. Guests mention the reasonable entry price, making it a worthwhile and engaging attraction for all ages.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- South Victoria Dock Road, Dundee, DD1 3BP Get directions
- Category
- Museums & Galleries
- Guest rating
- 4.6 / 5 (914 reviews)
- Suitable for
- All Ages
- Suggested visit
- 1-2 hours
- Setting
- Indoor
- Good for children
- Yes
- Toilets on site
- Yes
- Destination
- Dundee