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Plan your visit to National Maritime Museum Cornwall, from buying tickets to getting here and making the most of what’s on.

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An aerial view of Falmouth at sunset.Opening timesThe Museum is open every day of the year from 10am – 5pm, except Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day. Our Gift Shop is free to enter and is open every day from 10am – 5pm, except except Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day. The Waterside Cafe is open to Museum visitors every…
A photo of the Boat Hall at National Maritime Museum Cornwall.Ticket pricesBuy standard admission to visit National Maritime Museum Cornwall free for a year.
Museums visitors try sailing miniature boats on the Boat PoolFAQsEverything you need to know for planning your visit to the Museum.
An external photo of National Maritime Museum Cornwall.Group bookingsGroups of 10 or more receive discounted entry fee. We offer tailor made packages and specialised tours.
An aerial shot of NMMC and Falmouth Harbour on a blue-sky day.Getting hereHow to find National Maritime Museum Cornwall, based on Discovery Quay in Falmouth.
Two women looking at paintings in a gallery.AccessibilityThe Museum aims to provide a great experience for all ages, abilities, and backgrounds.
The Flying Flotilla at National Maritime Museum Cornwall. Boats hang from the ceiling in the Boat Hall.Explore our galleriesExplore the influence of the sea on history and culture in 15 galleries set across five floors.
A view of cafe tables in Waterside Cafe at National Maritime Museum Cornwall, the windows show a view to Falmouth Harbour.CaféWith spectacular views over Falmouth's magnificent harbour, the Waterside Cafe is a popular port of call for visitors.
An aerial drone photo of Falmouth overlooking the harbour, National Maritime Museum, and across to Pendennis Headland and out to sea. The photo is taken on a sunny day.Annual membershipSupport the Museum by becoming an Annual Member. Your donation will help us to preserve Cornwall's maritime heritage for future generations.
A photograph of Museum visitors looking into the boatbuilding workshop while the Museum's Boat Collection Manager explains the latest build project, which can be seen behind him.What’s OnCheck our full programme of events and exhibitions to see what's on during your visit.

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Two actors on stage at Escape from Treasure Island at National Maritime Museum Cornwall.What's On

Exhibitions, live performances, events and activities throughout the year.

Aerial photograph of the Museum, with Discovery Quay to the right and the harbour to the left.Tickets

Buy standard admission to visit National Maritime Museum Cornwall free for a year.

The Flying Flotilla at National Maritime Museum Cornwall. Boats hang from the ceiling in the Boat Hall.Explore our galleries

15 galleries, over five floors: exploring the influence of the sea on history and culture

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Museum Cornwall Trust
Discovery Quay
Falmouth Cornwall
TR11 3QY

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National Maritime Museum
Cornwall Trust
Discovery Quay
Falmouth
Cornwall
TR11 3QY

Tel: +44(0)1326 313388

Email: enquiries@nmmc.co.uk