HMS Unicorn

HMS Unicorn The Oldest Ship in Scotland, now a visitor attraction and award-winning Accredited museum in Dundee
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Please note: You can purchase your tickets at the door or online. Launched in 1824 HMS Unicorn is the third oldest ship in the world still afloat and one of the six oldest ships in the world! She is Scotland’s only preserved warship and is the most completely original ship in the entire world to have survived from the golden age of sail. Now a historic ship and visitor centre, she provides the uni

que experience of life on board a 19th century Frigate. Come and explore all 4 decks of history aboard this historic ship and museum. This authentic and interactive experience of life on board a 46-gun frigate is a fun day out for all the family.

As part of our 'Meet The Crew' series, today we introduce you to the Gunners.Of all the roles on ship which would be you...
04/06/2026

As part of our 'Meet The Crew' series, today we introduce you to the Gunners.

Of all the roles on ship which would be your favourite or are you just a land lubber?

Thank you to all that attended today's Brew and Blether event, we look forward to seeing you at the next one and it was ...
04/06/2026

Thank you to all that attended today's Brew and Blether event, we look forward to seeing you at the next one and it was a pleasure to talk to you all, also it was great to see a couple of old faces and a few new faces. The next one will be on the 2nd of July 2026

Maybe only Dundonians will know these Dundee specific nautical sayings...With Dundee's whaling, fishing and dockside his...
02/06/2026

Maybe only Dundonians will know these Dundee specific nautical sayings...

With Dundee's whaling, fishing and dockside history, nautical sayings still sneak into everyday banter.

How may of these dae ye ken?

01/06/2026
30/05/2026

Due to unforeseen circumstances we will be closed Sunday 31st May. Sorry for any inconvenience.

Petrykivka Painting Workshop at HMS Unicorn 🇺🇦Join us at HMS Unicorn for a creative workshop connected to the exhibition...
29/05/2026

Petrykivka Painting Workshop at HMS Unicorn 🇺🇦

Join us at HMS Unicorn for a creative workshop connected to the exhibition What We Carry.

This workshop is dedicated to Petrykivka painting - a beautiful traditional Ukrainian decorative art recognised by UNESCO as intangible cultural heritage.

Petrykivka painting is known for its bright colours, flowers, berries, leaves, and birds. Traditionally, it has been used to decorate homes, everyday objects, and special cultural items in Ukraine.

At the workshop, participants will learn about this unique tradition and create their own Petrykivka-inspired painting to take home.

No experience is needed. All materials will be provided.

Spaces are limited to 10 participants. Suitable for ages 12+.

📅 Saturday, 6 June, 12 pm
📍 HMS Unicorn, South Victoria Dock Street, Dundee
🖼 Exhibition: What We Carry

RSVP through the link to reserve your place.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSflRgUN6vH9klGlG5Qy0BREVe82NA03wEqKOcJljuQ0fjKqTA/viewform

Only 6 days until our Brew and blether event , we would love to see you here.
29/05/2026

Only 6 days until our Brew and blether event , we would love to see you here.

We hope you are tuning in regularly to keep up with our 'Meet The Crew' series.Today we would like you to meet the Ship'...
28/05/2026

We hope you are tuning in regularly to keep up with our 'Meet The Crew' series.

Today we would like you to meet the Ship's Surgeon who had to perform some pretty gruesome tasks with no anaesthetic available.

We all love a good nautical quote here at HMS Unicorn....so you can imagine how excited we were to find out we actually ...
27/05/2026

We all love a good nautical quote here at HMS Unicorn....
so you can imagine how excited we were to find out we actually have our very own.

A little piece of Unicorn history, and one we think still rings true today.

Safe to say, we'll be adding this one to our favourites.

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Victoria Dock
Dundee
DD13BP

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

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