Visitors to Bristol who enjoy seafaring adventure, want a taste of local history and culture, as well as a rollicking good time should come and join in the festivities at the SS Great Britain, one of Bristol’s most popular tourist attractions. For the United Kingdom traveler who has seen everything, the SS Great Britain may still yet offer some surprises. The ship was the world’s first great ocean liner, and has since been loving and painstakingly restored since its retirement to retain the fully period glory of its maiden voyage.
Boarding the ship is like a trip back in time as guided tours take you throughout all levels of the vessel and tell you all about the history behind its voyages and the time that it sailed in. Worried about getting seasick? Not a problem, as the ship actually only appears to float, instead being supported by modern technological marvels designed to preserve the ship for years to come. Dining and gift shops are also available.