The Mary Rose was the specially built warship of Henry VIII. Built in the early 1500s, it was in use over 30 y
ears until sunk off Portsmouth in the Battle of the Solent.
ears until sunk off Portsmouth in the Battle of the Solent.
A panoramic painting and commentary describe the final battle.
Numerous artifacts from the ship are on display including shoes, tools, coins, and guns.
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| The Rose Symbol |
The substantial remains of the ship are on display, which is augmented by an audiovisual presentation of battle action linked to sailors in different parts of the ship.
Travel notes
I consider it one of the best attractions in the Historic Dockyards and worth at least half the price of the multi-attraction ticket.
I consider it one of the best attractions in the Historic Dockyards and worth at least half the price of the multi-attraction ticket.
There are portable seats to use throughout the museum.
The gift shop has some interesting and reasonably priced gifts.
There's also a restaurant.
The gift shop has some interesting and reasonably priced gifts.
There's also a restaurant.
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| Mary Rose Museum |
