Get tickets for the iconic HMS Unicorn, where you step inside the story
Moored on Dundee’s waterfront, this isn’t just any old ship — it’s a 200-year-old naval legend, creaking with history, secrets, and stories waiting to be discovered.
What to expect:
Launched in 1824, this mighty 46-gun warship has lived many lives:
- Built for the Royal Navy (but never sent into battle)
- Used as a floating gunpowder store
- Transformed into a training ship for naval recruits
- Played roles during both World Wars
- Now preserved as one of the oldest ships in the world
And here’s the twist… because she was never heavily used at sea, much of the ship remains incredibly original — like stepping into a perfectly preserved time capsule.
You can explore the ship deck by deck, discovering:
- Sailor living quarters (tight, real, and eye-opening)
- Hidden corners and restored historic spaces
- Stories of life onboard across 200 years
- Exhibits that bring maritime history to life
Every step reveals something new — from naval life to wartime stories to the evolution of shipbuilding itself.