Come face to face with maritime treasures and discover the epic stories of exploration and human endeavour that have shaped our world today.
Don't miss our amazing special exhibitions, Women of the RNLI and the new Astronomy Photographer of the Year exhibition, all for free!
Please note, there's a new visitor route at the National Maritime Museum due to essential improvement works - plan your visit today.
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Marvel at the world's greatest space photography
Free entry
Glittering stars, shimmering galaxies, fiery suns and silver moons – wherever you are in the universe, don't miss Astronomy Photographer of the Year.
Astronomy Photographer of the Year is an annual competition featuring the world’s greatest space photography. Photographers from across the globe compete to take home the prestigious title. Now in its 16th year, it's your chance to see their spellbinding work.
“Every year, I leave this exhibition feeling insignificant in the grand scheme of the universe”
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Londonist
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Final weeks: Women of the RNLI
Ends 1 December. Free entry.
Life savers, fundraisers, trailblazers: discover the vital roles that women play in saving lives at sea.
Women of the RNLI at the National Maritime Museum celebrates the work of women in the Royal National Lifeboat Institution.
Featuring striking photography, personal testimony and breathtaking film, the exhibition offers a window into the lives of volunteers across the UK and Ireland.
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Now on display: The Charles Hare uniform
Free entry
Uncover the story behind this remarkable uniform with a dramatic tale to tell. See it for yourself in the Nelson, Navy, Nation gallery, and discover the greatest escape you’ve never heard of.
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Travel the world in the Museum's free galleries
Free entry
Explore everywhere, from the icy Arctic to the islands of the Pacific, in the National Maritime Museum's permanent galleries.
A recommended visitor route will guide you through many of the highlights of the Museum, including relics from the Titanic, and the uniform that Nelson was wearing when he was fatally wounded at the Battle of Trafalgar. Listen to the free audio guide on your phone to find out more about the stories behind the objects.
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What’s On
See all upcoming events and exhibitions at the National Maritime Museum.
Gigantic Solar Prominence in Motion © Miguel Claro
Julianne and Rosalyn, Filey RNLI Lifeboat Station © Jack Lowe. National Maritime Museum, Greenwich London