Royal Yacht Britannia

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The Royal Yacht Britannia was home to Her Majesty The Queen and the Royal Family for over 40 years, sailing over 1,000,000 miles around the world.

Now one of the UK’s Top Attractions, all five decks are fully accessible for wheelchair users and pushchairs, what’s more parking is free. The complimentary audio guide is available in 27 languages and children also have their own version.
Explore the stunning Royal Apartments, the gleaming Engine Room and sample some fudge made on board from the NAFFI sweet shop or see below decks where the Royal Yachtsmen lived.
Why not unwind with a coffee and a cake from the Royal Deck Tea Room, with sea views.

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Access Information

PARKING

Designated parking provided for guests with disabilities

Designated parking within about 50 metres of main entrance

Drop-off point for guests immediately outside the main entrance

ATTRACTION ENTRANCE

Entrance is well lit

TICKET / INFORMATION / GIFT SHOP [WHERE APPLICABLE]

Information available in audio format

LIFT

There is a lift

Lift buttons have raised numbers or letters

ACCESS TO PUBLIC AREAS (Displays, exhibits, rides etc)

Level access (i.e. no steps or thresholds) or access by a ramp or lift to:

Gift shop

Public toilet suitable for visitors who use a wheelchair

GENERAL

Audible alarm system

Clear signage throughout the attraction (e.g. colour contrasted, large lettering, use of pictograms etc.)

Contrast markings on glass doors and full-height windows

Displays at suitable height for wheelchair users / children

Effective lighting throughout the attraction for visually impaired visitors e.g. pools of light and dark areas are avoided

Good colour / tonal contrast used throughout the attraction e.g. doors contrast strongly with floors/walls

Hearing loop system

Routes / pathways throughout the attraction suitable for visitors with limited mobility

Seating available throughout the attraction at appropriate intervals, for visitors with limited mobility

Wheelchairs provided

Free of charge

DINING / BAR AREAS

High chairs for children

Restaurant / cafe provide meals for visitors with special dietary requirements:

Additive free

Gluten free (celiacs)

Lactose free (dairy free)

Low potassium

Low sodium

Nut free

Organic

Sugar free (diabetic)

Vegan

Vegetarian

PARKING

The surface of the car park and pathway leading to entrance:

is solid

ACCESS TO PUBLIC AREAS

Baby changing facilities

Attractions Self Assessment

Accessibility NotesFull Access Statement available from: http://www.royalyachtbritannia.co.uk/plan-your-visit/your-visit/accessibility/

This information is self-assessed; therefore we accept no liability for its accuracy. Please contact the venue for further information.

Facilities

Accessibility

Disabled Accessibility
Facilities for Hearing Impaired Visitors
Facilities for Visually Impaired Visitors
Toilets for Disabled Visitors
Wheelchairs available

Catering

Refreshments Available

Children & Infants

Accept children all ages
Baby changing facilities

Establishment Features

Accept coach parties
Cater for groups
Facilities for corporate hospitality
Gift shop

Key Features

Non smoking establishment

Parking & Transport

Parking (free)

Payment Methods

Credit cards accepted (no fee)

Printed Material in Foreign Languages

French printed material
German printed material
Italian printed material
Spanish printed material

Map & Directions

Map Link

Click here to view map

Road Directions

Travelling by bus? Lothian Bus services from Edinburgh city centre are 11, 22 or 35. Alternatively, Majestic Tour buses depart from Waverley Bridge in Edinburgh city centre. Show your ticket for 10% off your Britannia admission. The Majestic Tour Bus is operated by Edinburgh Bus Tours. Travelling by car? For satnav, our postcode is EH6 6JJ. Follow signs for Edinburgh and Leith, or North Edinburgh. Then follow brown Britannia signs. Free parking at Ocean Terminal (blue car park, level E is nearest to our Visitor Centre and has disabled spaces). Accessible by Public Transport: Edinburgh Waverley station is 0 miles away.

Awards

Other Awards Self-assessed Accessibility Information 2018

Opening Times

* Please note: Times specified are opening time - last admission time. Last admission on 24 December is 2.30pm and 31 December is 3.00pm.

January-March - 10.00-15.30
April-June - 09.30-16.00
July-September - 09.30-16.30
October - 09.30-16.00
November-December - 10.00-15.30

Christmas Day - Closed
New Year's Day - Closed

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About

Access Information

PARKING

ATTRACTION ENTRANCE

TICKET / INFORMATION / GIFT SHOP [WHERE APPLICABLE]

LIFT

ACCESS TO PUBLIC AREAS (Displays, exhibits, rides etc)

GENERAL

DINING / BAR AREAS

PARKING

ACCESS TO PUBLIC AREAS

Attractions Self Assessment

Facilities

Accessibility

Catering

Children & Infants

Establishment Features

Key Features

Parking & Transport

Payment Methods

Printed Material in Foreign Languages

Map & Directions

Road Directions

Awards

Opening Times

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