Moored on the banks of the River Thames in London, HMS Belfast was a naval battleship with 25 years of active service that included supporting the World War Two D-Day landings. Decommissioned in the 1960’s, HMS Belfast was preserved as a visitor attraction to allow the general public to step aboard. Follow our round-up of cheap tickets & deals for HMS Belfast plus some handy hints & tips to help you get the most from your visit.
HMS Belfast; Tickets for £3pp
HMS Belfast in London offers £3 tickets for those in receipt of Universal Credit, Working Tax Credit, Child Tax Credit, Pension Credit, ESA, Income Support or Job Seekers Allowance. Discounted tickets must be book online in advance where eligible recipients can purchase up to 5 discounted tickets per household. On the day, you’ll need to show specific supporting documents as proof of eligibility. More information available at HMS Belfast; Low Income Household £3 Tickets.
HMS Belfast; Tickets from £26.35 an adult/£13.15 a child
Book directly with the HMS Belfast where you can pick up tickets from £26.35 an adult/£13.15 a child, (5-15 years). Keep an eye out for donations being added to your admission charges; these are discretionary so simply remove the option should you wish. Whilst there are no discounts available when booking in advance, it does give you the advantage of guaranteeing entry at popular times of the year. you can book your time-ticketed session and arrive within a 30 minute time frame with more information available over at HMS Belfast.
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HMS Belfast; Transport for London 2 for 1 Offer
Transport for London have teamed up with HMS Belfast to run a 2 for 1 offer that is valid for use until to 27 March 2026, (excluding 14 -22 February 2026). Securing two entry tickets for the price of one, you can use this promotion for up to 5 full-price tickets & 5 free tickets per transaction. Simply present proof of travel via the TfL Go app, TfL Oyster & Contactless app to admission staff on the day. This offer can only be redeemed in person, not via online ticket purchases, and cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer or as part of a group visit. More details available over at HMS Belfast; 2 for 1 Offer.
HMS Belfast; National Art Pass
National Art Passholders are eligible for a 50% off standard price individual adult & child admission tickets for HMS Belfast. Simply book in advance & present your valid Art Pass on the day. This offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other or promotion. For double deals, it’s worth keeping an eye out for a trial 3 month National Art Passes promotion that runs at selected times of the year.
HMS Belfast; FREE Entry For Blue Peter Badgeholders
Valid Blue Peter Badgeholders can pick up FREE entry to HMS Belfast when accompanied by at least one person over the age of 16 years. To gain free entry, each child, (5-15 years) must have a badge & a valid badge card and be accompanied by a full paying adult/concession/member or free carer. Tickets for Blue Peter badgeholders and accompanying adults must be purchased at the gate once you’ve shown your badge & card to admissions staff on the day. This offer cannot be used in conjunction with any offer and excludes commercial events/tours. More information Blue Peter Badge Free Entry Offer.
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HMS Belfast; Group Discounts
There are slight discounts in place for groups of 15+ adults visiting HMS Belfast. Group bookings must be made in advance to pick up discounted ticket prices where larger groups may need to be divided for ease of visit.
HMS Belfast; Concessions
There are concessionary tickets in place for students, seniors, (65 years +) & children, (5-15 years). Concessionary rates are also in place for those living with a disability plus one free carer ticket to assist. Children under 5 years are free of charge.
HMS Belfast; IWM Membership
IWM Member can gain FREE entry to HMS Belfast as well as the Churchill War Rooms, IWM Duxford. Membership also comes with some additional extras including discounts off Duxford Air Show tickets & IWM shop purchases. For those planning to visit a number of these attractions within the year may wish to consider if membership works out value for money. Membership options include individual, joint adult, 1 & 2 adult family that includes up to 6 children.
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HMS Belfast; Tips & Tricks
1. Booking online offers timed ticketed sessions to allow for a smoother navigation through the attraction. Whilst there isn’t any financial incentive to book in advance, it will guarantee entry at popular times of the year.
2. Walk-up tickets are available on the day but are subject to availability. Promotions such as the TfL 2 for 1 or the Blue Peter free entry offer are only available on the gate whereas National Art Pass discounts & low income household tickets are available online. Worth checking the full terms & conditions of any offer you are using to ensure you understand how it can be redeemed.
3. Audio Guides are included within your admission charge & includes a range of languages. The audio guide is a useful tool to help you make sense of what you see although we found it a little tricky to navigate. Good to see a number of interactive exhibits that will go down well with younger visitors.
4. As you first come aboard, look out for information detailing free talks taking place on the day of your visit. Run by IWM volunteers, these short talks can enhance your visit but they do limit numbers during peaks times to around 40 people per talk. Reminders of up-coming talks are also provided via their tannoid system.
5. Remember that HMS Belfast is an old war ship and thought of it becoming a visitor attraction was very much a secondary consideration! Space is confined, walkways can be uneven and you access a variety of decks via narrow laddered gateways. On busy days, we imagine it would feel cramped & crowded at times so if you have any flexibility, then worth considering visiting on quieter days/times as you’ll be rewarded with a much better user experience. You can find out more information over at HMS Belfast Accessibility Guides.
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HMS Belfast; Tips & Tricks
6. There is a cafe located on board that can offer a timely break with toilets located nearby that can accessed at any point during your visit.
7. From the deck, you are in prime position to take in views of Tower Bridge along the River Thames. Why not time your visit with the lifting times to give extra sparkle to your visit.
8. Combine a visit with HMS Belfast with views over London from The View from The Shard that is just an 8 minute walk away. Take advantage of our promo code that offers you additional discounts off online ticket prices with more information available over at The View from the Shard Cheap Ticket Offers.
9. Another option to consider when planning your itinerary is a visit to Borough Market that caters for all culinary preferences.
10. Unfortunately suitcases and large luggage will not be permitted into HMS Belfast. There are left luggage facilities at London Bridge Station on the upper concourse.
