What's that ship at Gravesend Town Pier? Find out Here
The Nao Victoria is a replica of the vessel that completed the First World Circumnavigation
The Nao Victoria has arrived in Gravesend, where it will be docked at Gravesend Town Pier and will open its decks to the public from 17th to 28th June.
This visit is one of the scheduled UK stops on the historic vessel's major 2026 European tour. Over the course of this tour, the vessel will visit more than twenty ports across the UK, France, Germany, the Netherlands, and Spain.
The Nao Victoria is a unique replica of the ship that, just five centuries ago, captained by Magellan and Elcano, starred in the greatest maritime adventure of all time: the First World Circumnavigation (1519-1522). It is an authentic masterpiece of Spanish traditional shipbuilding, constructed with meticulous historical accuracy to faithfully recreate the vessel that sailed around the globe 500 years ago.
The ship now sails as a floating museum of this great feat, showcasing the achievements of the Spanish mariners who expanded the known horizons and connected the planet through their trade routes. Since its construction, it has already completed epic voyages across the world's great oceans—including its own circumnavigation between 2004 and 2006—and has toured hundreds of ports throughout the USA and Europe.
The Onboard Experience:
During its stay at Gravesend Town Pier, visitors will be able to climb aboard, explore its decks, and learn about the astonishing adventure it accomplished. Furthermore, they can go down into the hold to discover what life is like for the young crew that continues to sail the world's seas today. A unique cultural and educational experience that transports visitors back to the era of the great navigators.
The exhibition will run from 17 to 28 June, daily from 10 am to 8 pm.
AN EXCLUSIVE ONLINE DISCOUNT WILL BE OFFERED TO EVERYONE WHO BUYS THEIR TICKETS ONLINE.
Book your tickets now on the website ticket.fundacionnaovictoria.org .
DETAILS NAO VICTORIA:
Date: 17–28 June
Localitation: Gravesend Town Pier - Gravesend
Opening hours: 10.00 am to 8.00 pm
Nao Victoria tickets – SPECIAL ONLINE OFFER: adults: £8 / Children (aged 5–10): £4 / £20 for families (2 adults + up to 3 children aged 5–10). Free for children under 5, who must be accompanied by an adult.
Where to buy: on board or online: ticket.fundacionnaovictoria.org
