What's On

Discover what is happening on board Britannia and our sister ship, Fingal Hotel. 

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Centenary of The Birth of Queen Elizabeth II

Come Aboard In 2026

Why settle for an ordinary day out when you could dive into history aboard not only a ship but the last British Royal Yacht in the world and choose a place close to the heart of Queen Elizabeth II, this year marking 100 years since her birth.

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Centenary Dinner

Saturday 13 June 2026

Join us on board The Royal Yacht Britannia for an evening of unparalleled splendour. Marking 100 years since the birth of Queen Elizabeth II, Britannia’s Centenary Dinner event promises to blend timeless elegance with royal tradition.

Centenary Dinner
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Hop On Britannia

Looking for the best things to do this Easter holiday to keep all the family entertained in Edinburgh? Come aboard Britannia, just 2 miles from Edinburgh’s city centre, for an egg-cellent day out!

Easter Holidays
Guests are dining in the Royal Deck Tearoom aboard The Royal Yacht Britannia. There are cake stands and cups of tea on the table.

Royal Tea Aboard Britannia

Brand new for 2026, experience Britannia with an enhanced guided group tour. This is exclusively available on Tuesdays and Thursdays from the week commencing 9 February until the end of March.

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Yotties' Cleaning The Bow

Yotties' Week

Join us for Yotties' Week 11 - 14 May. See the former Royal Yachtsmen don their white overalls once again and return to Britannia.

Yotties' Week
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Hogmanay Aboard Britannia

Experience a New Year's Eve to remember aboard The Royal Yacht Britannia!

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The Royal Deck Tearoom

Take a moment to unwind during your tour with a visit to the Royal Deck Tearoom. Try our stunning Cream Tea!

Royal Deck Tearoom
New visitor centre

New Visitor Centre

Explore the brand new Visitor Centre exhibition, telling the story of Britannia from the ship's launch in 1953, to the present day, and including never seen before images.

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Private Tours

There is no better way to discover for yourself the splendour of this iconic floating palace than with a behind-the-ropes private tour.

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Mother's Day Afternoon Tea Aboard Fingal Hotel

Location: Fingal Hotel

Pamper her this Mother’s Day weekend with an afternoon tea that's as special as she is. Choose Fingal for a celebration that brings you together, set aboard a striking ship on Edinburgh’s waterfront.

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Corgi in the porthole

Spot The Cuddly Corgis

Take the tour at your own pace and spot the cuddly corgis hiding throughout the five decks.