I attended a workshop on the ship today. It was brilliant. Great tutor and amazing location. After we went for a walk around the ship. Had tea and scones in the cafe. Everything was perfect. Great staff and great experience. Would highly recommend it. Sonia

Visited 05/01/2024. Recommend booking tickets in advance if coming between November to March as it’s guided tours in max groups of 15. There is free parking adjacent to HMS Caroline to the side of the water (near the project office). Once arrive you walk around the front rod the ship to the other side to board and then are met at reception by very helpful member of staff who explained we could wait in the initial exhibit area whilst the tour guide was completing the previous group. When time came a short film was played explaining the context around the ship surving the battle of Jutland. The tour guide Lauren was super informative and took care to share the best pieces of information as we toured the ship. There is a small gift shop and drinks/area toward end as well. Great place to visit and affordable prices. Highly recommended. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

This old warship is the museum now. I’ve never been inside but outside it looks great.

Visited HMS Caroline today with my elderly mother. Can thoroughly recommend it as a ‘must see’ in Belfast. A unique survivor of the First World War battle of Jutland she has been restored to show the conditions on a light cruiser of her day. There are frequent information points, accessible toilets, lifts between floors for those who need them and of course a cafe and gift shop. There is plenty to see from the very start of the self guided tour in the Pump House through the ship and down to the engines. Will definitely be back.

An interesting piece of military history and a nice spot to walk to along the river. If you want to walk along the river make this your final destination as it is a cool piece of history and interesting to walk around.

We visited the HMS Caroline on a Saturday morning, not too long after it opened. It was fairly quiet. There is a small indoor gallery showing information on the restoration of the ship and some fun facts about the ship animal mascots, too! Once on board the ship, there is an 11 minute video depicting the battle of Jutland and the part the HMS Caroline played in it, which was interesting. The rest of the ship has been restored to show how it would have operated during this time period, with a few interactive games along the way. You are provided with an audio guide at the start, and there are lots of points where you can learn about the ship and its crew. All in all it was a nice way to spend a couple of hours on a rainy day!

What a story for this ship. Just to think of what all the men on board went through and to be the only surviving ship. The tour is really amazing, so well put together and well worth it. We spent about 2 hours on board and could have spent longer

Loved this attraction. Self guided museum steeped in history. Very welcoming staff. Easy to navigate with practically no tight spaces as with other museum ships

Not able to visit this from inside as this is closed due to covid restrictions. But the view from outside itself was amazing

Amazing step back in time experience. Beautifully maintained ship with many original features and lots to keep kids entertained. Entrance fee is valid for a year meaning you can visit again for free and is well worth a return trip as there's so much to see. The battle of Jutland film at the start is scary and loud and I wouldn't recommend for younger children.

This review is for Billy from the maintenance / renovation team, who was incredibly knowledgeable and friendly. Thank you Billy! Ps great to see the Ukrainian flag flying from the ship too.

It wasn’t open but took the opportunity to dander around the area. I haven’t been in it since it wax refurbished but boy was she a mess before that. There are a few parking spaces available and the Wee Tram also operates to the dock. Caroline is an amazing look ship that thankfully has survived WW1, being a restaurant, left to rot and part of the naval reserve until she was decommissioned. So much history around this area. Worth the visit.

Great way to spend a few hours . See what life would have been like on a ww1 ship. PLUS annoy the staff by trying out some sailor talk like ‘ avast ye me hearties and hoist the spinnaker ect. Honestly though it’s a good day out. My late fathers eldest brother served on her sister ship the CURACOA during ww2 so was nice to get some perspective of life at sea.

A magnificent ship with an amazing history. What a gem to have berthed in Belfast. Although no tours were available when I visited, a walk around the ship was rewarding in its own right. It is definitely worth visiting if you are in Belfast.

Had a lovely visit here. Very interesting and great being able to walk around almost every inch of the ship. Bonus as there is a cafe that was there, split the visit up a little. Was great watching, reading.and hearing the history of the ship from it was built, during the war etc and how it is now a museum. Has a lovely little gift shop and then was nice to walk around the dock area after.

HMS Caroline: A Remarkable First World War Ship HMS Caroline is one of the oldest and most historic ships in the world. She was launched in 1914 and served in the Royal Navy throughout the First World War and beyond. She is the only surviving ship from the Battle of Jutland, the largest naval battle of the war, and the longest-serving warship after HMS Victory. She is now a museum ship in Belfast's Titanic Quarter, where visitors can explore her history and experience life at sea. ## What to see The museum ship offers a self-guided tour that takes you through different areas of the ship, such as the captain's quarters, the engine room, the signal school, and the drill hall. Each area has interactive exhibits, touch screens, audio guides, and original artefacts that tell the story of HMS Caroline and her crew. You can learn about the ship's construction, design, operations, battles, and decommissioning. You can also see how the crew lived, worked, fought, and entertained themselves on board. The tour is very informative and engaging, with plenty of details and anecdotes. I especially enjoyed the drill hall, where you can watch a film that recreates the Battle of Jutland with stunning visuals and sound effects. You can also try your hand at cracking codes, launching torpedoes, and signalling ships in the signal school and torpedo school. The engine room is also impressive, as you can see the original machinery that powered the ship. ## How to get there HMS Caroline is located in Alexandra Dock, Queens Road, Belfast BT3 9DT. It is easily accessible by public transport or car. You can take a bus or train to Titanic Quarter station, which is a 10-minute walk from the ship. You can also drive to the ship and park in the nearby car park for a small fee. The museum ship is open from Wednesday to Sunday, from 10am to 4.30pm. It is also open daily during school holidays. You can book your tickets online or buy them at the entrance. The ticket prices are £14 for adults, £7 for children (5-15 years old), £10 for students and seniors (60+), and £35 for a family ticket (2 adults + 3 children). The tickets are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase. ## Why visit HMS Caroline is a unique attraction that offers a fascinating insight into naval history and culture. It is a great place to visit for anyone interested in ships, wars, or stories. It is also a fun and educational experience for families with children, as there are many activities and games to keep them entertained. The museum ship is well-maintained and restored, with friendly and helpful staff. I highly recommend visiting HMS Caroline if you are in Belfast or nearby. It is a rare opportunity to see a historic ship that has witnessed many events and changes in the world. It is also a tribute to the men who served on her and their bravery and sacrifice.

Brilliant attraction, with true access to all areas of this amazing WW1. Lots of interactive elements and exceptionally interesting audio guide at many points points around the ship. A real must see for any trip to Belfast.

Hands, touching hands Reaching out, touching me, touching you… Ok. Another old cruiser with a giant house on the foredeck. It’s no USS Missouri. Also why is the HMS Belfast in IWM London? But then u read wiki and find out it was in WWI Battle of Jutland… JUTLAND!!! And its still floating. Also served in WWII. So actually it is no Missouri. It has a much more interesting pedigree.

Always wanted to see it and glad i took the time at last to see it. A perfect world war one ship that say action is rare and the history it tells is very interesting. Lots of pictures on board and video to watch. Can explore the ship from top to bottom. The wheelchair lifts are great and can be used by anyone. An intersesting visit for all ages, oldies will love the history and the young ones the guns and engine room etc. Gift shop could be bit better, very basic with very friendly staff. Will defo go again ❤️

Having previously visited the HMS Belfast, a WW2 Town-class light cruiser in London, and having had an excellent time, I was quite excited to relive the experience on the HMS Caroline while visiting Belfast. We arrived around 11 am and received a friendly welcome from the man at the desk, who provided us with audio guides. We chose to visit on a Saturday, expecting it to be somewhat busy; however, to our surprise, it was relatively quiet. This meant that throughout our visit, we had pretty much the run of the ship to ourselves. Before exploring the ship, there was a small museum dedicated to the history and restoration of the ship. Afterward, we boarded and watched a short, well-acted video covering the Battle of Jutland. Exploring the ship was made easy with the audio guides, and the restoration and recreation to a working WW1 ship has been done very well. There were plenty of fun, interactive, and educational points, and it seems like they’ve made a real effort to cater to less mobile people as well. We spent a good while here, and despite the weather turning against us, we had a great time and purchased a couple of souvenirs. I would absolutely recommend the HMS Caroline.

Recently re-opened to the public on weekends (ahead of the 1st April official reopening), for the first time since COVID closed her doors, we got a chance to visit whilst staying nearby. An impressive setup and display, loads of interesting information and very interactive - great audio guide, and so much to see, we spent nearly 2 hours here! The audio spread around the vessel (particularly the impressive engine room) made the whole thing very immersive

Open at weekends until official opening on 1 April 2023. Well worth the visit. Tickets very reasonable and we can use them again at no cost. 😄

This newly re-opened maritime museum is a real gem - lots of interesting things to see and space to roam about. Kids will love the various hands on and multi-media activities. There is also a small playpark next to it with related theme. Free parking provided. Ideal for a family day out during warm and sunny seasons 👍

Excellent museum which gives you detailed insights into the workings and history of this vessel. An audio guide is included with admission (£11.00), which you point at various markers throughout the ship. Really informative, particularly regarding the command structure and members of the crew. There is also an 11 minute long video describing the events of Jutland. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful during my visit. There is a little cafe near the end of the tour for light snacks and tea. Heading up the stairs to the bridge is well worthwhile for the view. There is a very small gift shop just before the exit. I only spent about 2 hours here before having to catch a ferry.

This ship is amazing. Only 3 world war 2 ships left. Lots of things to see. The information guide handsets help. Nice little cafe on board to. Nice gift shop. Very friendly staff. Highly recommended a visit.

Great experience, loads to see, great value for money. Lovely staff and lovely to get to eat in the mess cafe!! Will be back. Ticket lasts all year to go back again!!!!

Brilliant visit with lots to see and do. Allow plenty of time for your visit.

Had a superb time visiting HMS Caroline. The ship is in great condition and really worth a look inside. The automatic point and listen audioguide is brilliant. I also loved the Jutland exhibit, and the coffee in the mess deck cafe is very good. I would highly recommend combining this with a trip to the titanic exhibition, it's less than a 5 minute walk.

An awesome experience. Thought I’d spend a hour or so with the kids actually spent hours here. Had lunch and the kids spent hours exploring and learning fascinating facts. It’s so realistic and at one point with the noise of the engine playing the kids though the ship was leaving the dock. Staff are so helpful and really can’t understand why it’s not more busy. It’s far better than the titanic museum

Amazing visit. The are busy trying out a soft opening over the weekends so well worth a visit. Little cafe onboard was great and the staff were all amazing. Walk along the harbour edge is long but well worth it. Really glad we did it, probably one of the best moments of our Belfast visit.

Very interesting and good that its outside on display for all. Found a small, free car park, 1 min walk away. Also good place to go for a walk down the water side.

The ship was larger than I envisaged. Above decks guns and shells impressive to see up close...beneath decks a snapshot of life onboard for the crew..from the captain and officers quarters, dining area table set for a meal and a gramaphone (like my grandmother's) with records for entertainment, sick bay to the mess were the crew ate their meals and slept in overhead hammocks. Quite detailed in places. The noise of the engines was loud and the smell of the engine room realistic.. My audio equipment was faulty so missed a lot of the commentary in these areas but managed. Unfortunately the rain prohibited going up to the upper part of the ship due to unsafe slippery surfaces. Small exhibition off the reception were I bought my tickets gave an account of the history of the ship, its journeys/battles, crew members etc. set the tone nicely to the historical background. Overall a very interesting experience...a worthwhile visit...even on a wet day...

Great little piece of history. Quite an eerie experience on the day we went. Not that many people on the ship. As we walked around they had noises pumping out of the speakers that was representative of the room you were in. So in the mess hall you could hear clanging pots and pans. When there is no one else around it was quite a spooky surreal feeling. Nice to see what life would have been like for the crew.

Such a cute little boat 🛶 We went sailing on this little beaut and fired a few shells into the water, scared too many of the fishies. I don’t understand why people are so bothered, fishes don’t have ears so its not like they would hear it - am I right? 🤔 🤷🏼‍♂️

Fantastic day, really interesting and friendly staff. There’s not guided tour which is unfortunate but other than that it really good. From what I saw there was really good wheelchair access too. Much better than the titanic museum.

Jutland hero. Superbly restored. Exquisite.

Took the kids today. There were only seven other visitors during our afternoon trip. Don't know why it was very good. Kids enjoyed it and so did I. The Web site wouldn't let you purchase tickets due to an error but there was no queue anyway. Odd to think there were 28 of these light cruisers at the Battle of Jutland.

Great experience, fascinating to be on board this vessel especially when you think what it survived during the Battle of Jutland, the film that shows when you first board is well worth watching but the ship itself is very atmospheric, almost spooky in a way. Tip: make sure you get there in time to see everything on board, especially the engine room and upper deck, you won't regret it. PS: when the staff warn you to watch out for low beams, they aren't kidding...

We enjoyed this much more than we expected. I knew nothing about it before our visit and left with a wealth of knowledge! Even inspired the kids to research the battle of Jutland! We had a guide with a passion for his subject! He was very attentive and really brought it all to life! Very interesting ship! Can't believe it was over 100 years old!