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Welcome to the RMS Titanic!

Become a visitor at “Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition” through this remarkable virtual experience using only your phone or laptop- with many exclusive features!

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View the entire 25,000 square foot exhibition

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Start Your Journey To Titanic

• Full Version
• $ 15 per 1 week
• 144 Text Info Points
• 27 Audio Info Points
• 94 Additional Images
• 18 Video Info Points
• 5 Dive expedition 2010 videos
• Animated video of the sinking
• Automatic virtual tour
• Light Version
• $ 5 per 1 week

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Titanic: The Virtual Experience showcases an unrivalled collection of nearly 400 artifacts recovered directly from the wreck site of the RMS Titanic. Photographed at Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition, this 25,000 square foot experience allows you to view full scale room re-creations from Titanic including the famed Grand Staircase and an up close, personal view of Titanic’s artifacts including personal belongings, items from each class of service and the largest piece ever recovered, a 15-ton portion of the Ship’s hull. In addition, Titanic: The Virtual Experience showcases never before seen video of the Ship today, video of the recovery of her artifacts, unique historical facts and passenger stories as well as a full audio tour in multiple languages.

This marks the only experience where you can see Titanic artifacts directly from the wreck site and is curated utilizing the largest global and historical partnerships.

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Visitors embark on an interactive tour of the Titanic with incredible re-creations of the Ship’s interior and exterior. Visitors receive a replica boarding pass, assume the role of a passenger, and follow a chronological journey through life on Titanic . Walk the halls, explore the galleries, peer into cabins, and meet passengers and crew throughout the voyage.

The 15,000-square-foot Exhibition features replica interior rooms and a full-scale re-creation of the Grand Staircase. Visitors will be able to view authentic artifacts, respectfully recovered from two and a half miles below the surface of the North Atlantic, which tell the real story behind Titanic ’s journey from construction to eventual recovery. The genuine artifacts on display offer emotional connections to the forever-altered lives of those who were on board Titanic .

RMS  Titanic  Passengers & Crew

Learn about the real, captivating stories of  Titanic ’s passengers and crew told through their genuine personal items, preserved for over a century. Some of  Titanic ’s most notable passengers and crew are highlighted below. 

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Sellouts Expected – Plan Your Visit in Advance

Exhibition opens Thursday October 17, 2024 at  The Castle at Park Plaza

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TITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition is open Wednesday – Sunday.

Operating days may vary, especially around the holiday season. Please see the schedule on the ticketing page for details.

Time inside the Exhibition varies by person. Many take 1.5 hours to experience Titanic , however, there is no time limit once you have entered.

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The Castle at Park Plaza 130 Columbus Ave, Boston, MA 02116

Public Transport

The Exhibition is also accessible by:

• Commuter Rail, Orange Line, Amtrak (.4mi from Back Bay Station)
• Green Line (.2 mi from Arlington Station)
• MBTA buses (.1 mi from Arlington/Columbus and .1 mi from Arlington/Saint James Ave)

LAZ Parking Motor Mart Garage is a short 2-minute walk from the venue.

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There are also parking meters along the road.

Group / School

For school or group reservations for 10 or more, please call 617-532-1116 or email  [email protected] . Group discounts are available. Student tickets are $15 for school groups of 10+.

School information:

TITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition is excited to welcome school groups to this incredible educational experience. Chaperones are required. The recommended length of visit is 1 – 1.5 hours.

Comprehensive TITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition Teacher Guides for grades 4-12 are available free of charge.

Included are lesson plans and activity pages that can be used before, during, and after a field trip to the Exhibition. The guide also contains additional teaching suggestions and classroom resources.

Discover more  Titanic  education resources, programs, and more by visiting the official website of  RMS Titanic .

Host your private event in the splendor of TITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition. Email [email protected] for information on private events, holiday parties, birthdays, networking events, etc. We can make your private event one to remember.

Host Your Wedding at the Titanic

As you start planning your wedding, the venue is one of the first things that comes to mind. Maybe you want something intimate or unconventional, or you are looking for a nontraditional location that will make your wedding more than an event, but an experience. Whatever you envision, we can make it happen. We look forward to welcoming you, your partner, and your guests to TITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition! Contact us here to inquire about packages, including the Grand Staircase.

Visitors embark on an interactive tour of the Titanic with incredible re-creations of the Ship’s interior and exterior. Visitors receive a replica boarding pass, assume the role of a passenger, and follow the chronological journey through the life on Titanic . The 15,000-square-foot Exhibition features replica interior rooms and a full-scale re-creation of the Grand Staircase. Visitors will view authentic artifacts recovered from two and a half miles below the surface of the North Atlantic that tell the real story behind the Titanic ’s journey from construction to eventual recovery.

The event takes place at The Castle at Park Plaza, located at 130 Columbus Ave., Boston, MA 02116 .  The event is accessible by public transportation and numerous surface parking lots including LAZ Parking is nearby.

This experience is held indoors in a climate-controlled venue.

Unfortunately, there won’t be food or beverage for purchase at this event. No outside food or drink is permitted.

Yes! There will be merchandise for sale on site.

Yes, there is coat and bag check available at the exhibition.

All ages are welcome to this experience. Kids under 4 years old receive free admission.

The space is accessible for prams/strollers.

Yes, an audio guide can be added to your experience for $6.50 +$0.50 service fee. You can purchase this online and on site.

Yes, you may take photos. Video is not permitted. When taking photos, please be respectful and avoid disturbing other customers. Professional equipment and tripods are not permitted. No flash photography.

Flash photography is prohibited. No outside food or drinks is permitted in the Exhibition. For the safety of all guests, firearms, knives, mace, or any item that could be used to inflict harm (at the discretion of venue management) are prohibited in our venue. You may not bring chairs, easels, art supplies, or tripods into the Exhibition.

If you would like to book a private group, please contact us [email protected] with your preferred attendance date and the size of your group.

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If you are looking for ticking help, please contact our box office with this form: https://showclix.my.site.com/support/s/contact . Or ShowClix’s customer care can be reached at  (888) 850-8718 .

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Tickets are available here.

We will have a box office on site. However, tickets may be sold out by the time you arrive at the event, so we highly recommend you book your tickets in advance to guarantee your timeslot. You can purchase tickets here .

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Subject to availability, changes of date and/or time are permitted up to 48 hours before the start time of your experience. There is a $5 exchange fee per ticket.

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Refunds are not allowed under any circumstances.

If you are looking for ticking help, please contact our box office with this form:  https://showclix.my.site.com/support/s/contact . Or ShowClix’s customer care can be reached at  (888) 850-8718 .

For group sales information (group of 10 or more tickets) or group questions, please contact  617-532-1116 or [email protected] .

Please arrive at the time stated on your ticket; late entry is not permitted.

Unfortunately, no pets or emotional support animals are allowed. Service animals are permitted.

Yes, the event is being held in an accessible venue. Walkers, mobility scooters, and other mobility aids are permitted.

Deaf people will be able to enjoy this experience as it is mostly visual. These is an audio tour that the visually impaired may enjoy, but you are unable to touch any artifacts.

This event will not include strobe lights.

This is a walkthrough experience, so there will not be any seating available.

This venue has restrooms—please ask our staff on site for directions.

We recommend asking the staff at the venue if they have found your belongings. If you cannot ask them on site, please c ontact customer service here.

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Your Ticket Aboard Titanic Awaits.

Experience the wonder and tragedy of the world's most famous ocean-liner, Titanic . Viewed by more than 30 million people worldwide, this exhibition is one of the highest attended in history. With more than 200 authentic artifacts recovered from the wreck site of Titanic on display with full-scale room recreations, TITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition is an educational and intriguing experience for all ages. Book your visit today! Tickets will sell out on select days.

Experience the wonder and tragedy of the world's most famous ocean-liner, Titanic . Viewed by more than 30 million people worldwide, this Exhibition is one of the highest attended in history. With more than 200 authentic artifacts recovered from the wreck site of Titanic on display with full-scale room recreations, TITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition is an educational and intriguing experience for all ages. Book your visit today! Tickets will sell out on select days.

TITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition Ticket Pricing

*Must have ID verification at check-in. Teachers: Free admission applies to the individual certified teacher only.

Ticket bundles include both general admission to COSI and tickets for TITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition. Ticket bundles are available here .

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RMS Titanic Voyage Timeline

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March 31, 1909

Construction on Titanic begins in Belfast, Ireland, modern day Northern Ireland.

March 31, 1912

Titanic finishes construction at Harland & Wolff Shipyard as the Ship awaits sea trials.

April 10, 1912

12:00 (noon) – Titanic begins its maiden voyage from Southampton, England.

6:35 p.m. – Arrives at Cherbourg, France 8:10 p.m. – Sails from Cherbourg to Queenstown, Ireland

April 11, 1912

11:30 a.m. - Titanic drops anchor at its final port of call at Queenstown, Ireland (modern Cobh) 1:30 p.m. – Titanic departs Queenstown.

April 14, 1912

11:40 p.m. – Titanic strikes iceberg at an estimated speed of 20.5-22.5 knots (24-26 mph).

April 15, 1912

12:40 a.m. – First lifeboat lowered 2:20 a.m. – Titanic slips beneath the waters of the North Atlantic 4:10 a.m. – First lifeboat of Titanic survivors rescued by Carpathia

September 1, 1985

Titanic shipwreck is discovered. Photo captured in 2004 by NOAA/IFE/URI.

RMS Titanic Passengers & Crew

Learn about the real captivating stories of Titanic ’s passengers and crew told through their genuine personal items, preserved for over a century. Some of Titanic ’s most notable passengers and crew are highlighted below.

Dorothy Gibson

Titanic drew people from all walks of life, including silent film star Dorothy Gibson who, at the time, was one of the highest paid actresses in the world. Immediately following the tragedy, Dorothy Gibson starred as herself in the film ‘Saved from the Titanic ’ which was released barely a month after the sinking.

Frederick Fleet, Crew: Lookout

By 1912, Fleet had eight years of experience at sea. Fleet and Reginald Lee were on lookout duty on Titanic ’s 10 p.m. to midnight watch on April 14, 1912. Fleet received repeated instructions to keep very alert for icebergs and eventually sounded the iceberg warning before impact. He was able to assist in loading and join Lifeboat 6 and in time, testified at both the American and British inquiries.

Captain Smith:

From his humble origins as a potter’s son, Edward John (EJ) Smith, 62, had steadily climbed the ranks within White Star Line to become honorary Commodore of the White Star Fleet in 1904. Captain Smith was planning to retire in 1911, but White Star Line convinced him to stay to oversee Titanic ’s first transatlantic crossing.

Major Archibald Butt:

Major Archibald Butt was a prominent American military officer and diplomate who served as a trusted aide to two U.S. presidents, Theodore Roosevelt, and William Howard Taft. Despite the chaos and danger, Major Butt worked tirelessly to help organize the evacuation of passengers and crew.

Joseph Bruce Ismay:

J. Bruce became head of White Star following his father’s death in 1899, and the company flourished under his directorship. Ismay entered into an agreement with the shipbuilding firm Harland & Wolff, to design three of the largest and most luxurious Ships in the world (the Olympic Class liners), one of which became Titanic .

Ruth Elizabeth Becker:

Ruth was only 12 years old when she boarded the RMS Titanic with her mother, sister, and brother. The family was separated in different lifeboats and reunited on the Carpathia. Ruth’s family was one of the few who came out of the tragedy without a loved one lost. She avoided talking about Titanic until the 1970s, giving interviews and reconnecting with other survivors.

Thomas Andrews:

As the Chief Naval Architect on Titanic , Thomas Andrews was responsible for the thousands of plans that became the iconic ship. His designs stressed both progress and tradition, incorporating new technologies with proven equipment for support.

Duff Gordon:

Sir Cosmo Duff Gordon, 49, was the fifth baronet of Halkin in the county of Aberdeen, Scotland. In addition to his great wealth and many investments, Duff Gordon was also a proficient fencer; he represented Great Britain at the 1906 Summer Olympics.

Father Browne:

Very few photos of Titanic ’s interiors are in existence, but most that do exist can be attributed to a budding Irish photographer named Francis Browne. Fortunately for him, he was not traveling the full voyage, and disembarked in Ireland. He captured some of the world’s most famous peeks into life on Titanic that are still heavily circulated today.

John Jacob Astor IV:

An American businessman, investor, inventor, writer, and manager of the Astor Family fortune. Following a divorce from his wife, Astor married 18-year old Madeleine Force, and after a short honeymoon, the pair decided to return to America on Titanic after discovering Madeleine’s pregnancy.

Madeline Astor (Force):

A survivor of the tragedy, Madeleine Force, came from a wealthy family who excelled in school and was described as brilliant. John J. Astor was immediately smitten upon their meeting, and the couple married in 1910. She passed away in 1940 at the age of 47 – the same age that her first husband, John J. Astor, tragically died on Titanic .

Exhibition Highlights

A replica boarding pass will be handed to you upon arrival at the Exhibition. With this information, you’ll assume the role of a passenger and follow a chronological journey through the life on Titanic . Visitors will be able to view authentic artifacts, respectfully and honorably recovered from two and a half miles below the surface of the North Atlantic, which tell the real story behind Titanic ’s journey from construction to eventual recovery. Walk the halls, peer into cabins, and meet the passengers and crew throughout the voyage. The genuine, authentic artifacts on display offer emotional connections to the forever-altered lives of those who were on-board Titanic .

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Titanic: The Exhibition

⭐ Titanic: The Exhibition is making its way to Westfield Old Orchard in Chicago after a sold-out run in Macau, Moscow, Riga Latvia, Perth, Sydney, and LA. It brings with it an interactive experience that allows you to step inside recreations of the Titanic’s interior. Immerse yourself in the stories of its passengers, see hundreds of artifacts, and discover the tale of the design, creation, launch, maiden voyage, and tragedy of the historic ship. 🚨 Final Extension By Popular Demand! Titanic: The Exhibition will now depart Chicago on January 5th! ⏰🌊

Highlights 🛳️ Receive your very own boarding pass corresponding to a real passenger on the ship ✨ Walk through incredibly detailed recreations of the ship’s dock, staircase, and interior, complete with a starry night sky scene 🎩 See over 300 artifacts from the Titanic and its sister ships' survivors, brought with them on their journey 🌊 Explore the immersive Discovery Gallery with its raised glass floor and see what discovery teams saw during dives to Titanic’s wreck site 🎬 Enjoy a VR experience providing an in-depth look at the most recent forensic research related to the ship’s downfall

General Info 📅 Dates and times: select your date & time directly in the ticket selector ⏳ Duration: 1 hour 📍 Location: 4963 Old Orchard Shopping Center, Skokie, IL 60077 🚗 Ample parking is available on the west side of Westfield Old Orchard, located off Golf Road or Old Orchard Road. Additional parking is available in multiple parking decks 👤 Age requirement: all ages are welcome. Children under 4 enter free of charge ♿ Accessibility: the venue is wheelchair accessible ❓ Please consult the FAQs of this experience here 🎁 How about getting tickets to Titanic: The Exhibition for your loved ones with our gift card ? Check it out here Description Titanic The Exhibition is an interactive experience that tells the tale of the design, creation, launch, maiden voyage, and tragedy of the largest and most luxurious ship in the world at the time. Step inside vast, beautiful recreations of the ship’s interior, hear music from the era, and immerse yourself in the story of the real passenger whose boarding pass you hold. You’ll find relics that survived the sinking of the Titanic and items from her sister ships; then prepare to walk above a sea floor complete with sand and broken artifacts at the Discovery Gallery. Ready to embark on this awe-inspiring journey into history? Get your tickets for Titanic The Exhibition in Chicago!

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Westfield Old Orchard

4963 Old Orchard Shopping Center, Skokie, 60077-1439

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• Enhance your exhibition experience with our audio guide, featuring in-depth stories and expert insights about the ship, its passengers, and artifacts.

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• Elevate your exhibition visit with this immersive Virtual Reality experience.

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Here’s How You Can Visit the Wreck of the Titanic—for $125,000

A series of expeditions will take tourists down to the ill-fated ship in 2021

Courtesy of NOAA/Institute for Exploration/University of Rhode Island (NOAA/IFE/URI)

You’re probably familiar with the RMS Titanic: in 1912, the world’s largest ocean liner of the day embarked on her maiden voyage from Southampton, England, to New York, during which she struck an iceberg, sank, and ultimately took more than 1,500 lives. The Titanic’s final resting place remained a mystery until 1985, when American marine geologist Robert Ballard and French oceanographer Jean-Louis Michel discovered the wreck in the crushing depths of the frigid North Atlantic, nearly 2.5 miles beneath the surface of the sea. 

Rather unsurprisingly, visiting the Titanic has become a bucket-list trip for maritime historians, oceanographers, and, well, anyone who has deep enough pockets to go. However, expeditions are rare: only one team has visited the site in-person in the last 15 years. But all that’s about to change.

OceanGate Expeditions , a company that provides well-heeled clients with once-in-a-lifetime underwater experiences, has announced a series of six trips to the Titanic via submersible in 2021. Each has space for nine paying tourists, whose $125,000 tickets will help offset the cost of the expeditions (and put a pretty penny in the pocket of OceanGate owner Stockton Rush).

OceanGate’s expeditions will each run for 10 days out of St. John’s, Newfoundland, Canada. Nine tourists, who are actually dubbed “mission specialists” on this expedition, will join the expedition crew on each sailing, and they’ll be expected to participate in the research efforts—this isn’t just a sightseeing affair. OceanGate’s goal is to extensively document the Titanic wreck before it disintegrates entirely due to a deep-sea bacteria that eats iron, which researchers are concerned might happen within the next few decades. As this is a scientific project, mission specialists will have to meet certain physical criteria to ensure their compatibility with the expedition, not to mention training, which includes a test dive.

On each expedition, each mission specialist will be able to partake in a single six- to eight-hour dive to the Titanic via the private Titan submarine, which includes the 90-minute descent and 90-minute ascent. The sub seats five—a pilot, a scientist or researcher, and three mission specialists—and it does have a small, semi-private bathroom for emergencies, in case you were wondering.

Now, it should be known that this isn’t OceanGate’s first attempt to visit the iconic wreck: two previous expeditions had to be scrubbed. (In 2018, the sub was hit by lightning, and its electrical systems were fried, and in 2019, there were issues with sourcing a ship for the expedition.) But hey, perhaps the third time's the charm!

Several international treaties protect the Titanic—the wreck sits in international waters—but their primary goal is to prevent looters and illegal salvage operations from damaging and disrespecting the wreck. However, in terms of tourism, it’s actually perfectly legal to visit the wreck, so long as the expedition doesn’t intrude upon it (i.e., land on the deck or enter the hull.)

“A review of the International Agreement on Titanic, as well as the 2001 UNESCO Convention on Underwater Cultural Heritage, would reveal that non-intrusive visits do not even require a permit or authorization,” said Ole Varmer, a retired legal advisor to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), who was instrumental in negotiating the legal protection of the wreck. “The scope of the prohibition against commercial exploitation of underwater cultural heritage is to prevent unauthorized salvage and looting; it does not include non-intrusive visits regardless of whether they are for-profit or not.”

In terms of OceanGate Expeditions, the company is working with NOAA, the federal agency in charge of implementing the International Agreement on Titanic for U.S.-based Titanic activities, to ensure it follows all protocols set down by that agreement.

There are two major factors to consider regarding ethically visiting the Titanic. First, it’s a memorial site to the lives lost during the disaster, so the wreck should be treated with respect. But that, of course, is true of all memorial sites around the world.

“Speaking as one who visited Titanic’s wreck twice during RMS Titanic, Inc.'s 1993 and 1996 Research and Recovery expeditions, I see nothing unethical about visiting the wreck, nor about helping to defray the significant expense of bringing a visitor to the wreck,” explained Charles Haas, president of the Titanic International Society. “People around the world learn by seeing and visiting. They pay for access to museums, cathedrals, monuments, exhibitions, and, yes, final resting places.”

But second, it’s a fragile piece of cultural heritage. It should be protected—the expedition organizer must take appropriate steps to ensure that it won’t disturb the wreck.

“In the past, submersibles visiting the site by RMS Titanic, Inc. [the only company legally allowed to salvage the wreck], and others have rested on the deck of the hull portions,” says Varmer. “That practice has likely caused some harm and exacerbated the deterioration of the site.  Hopefully, that will no longer be practiced or permitted.”

Per OceanGate’s description of its expeditions, the company’s submersible won’t disturb the wreck, so if you have $125,000 lying around, fee; free to spring for the bucket-list trip of 2021!

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Discover all things Titanic on the Ship of Dreams tour. From construction of Titanic to her many luxuries in accommodations and technological advances of that time. Hear incredible stories of passengers and crew on board the grandest ship in the world. Dive with us to the deep depths of the ocean and learn more about artifact recovery and conservation.

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Explore Titanic through the eyes of young boys and girls with a fun filled scavenger hunt. Titanic’s Adventure map takes you through the exhibition room by room. This promises to be quite the adventure!

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ABOUT THE ARTIFACTS

Nearly 200 artifacts in Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition in Orlando have been recovered from the wreck site of Titanic by RMS Titanic, Inc.

RMS Titanic, Inc. is an affiliate of the company and has conducted eight research and recovery expeditions to Titanic. The recovered artifacts have been conserved and are continuously monitored and maintained so they can be displayed in the Exhibitions. In total, RMS Titanic, Inc. has recovered 5,500 artifacts from the wreck site.

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The whole exhibit was very interesting and it was presented in a fantastic way. There was a lot of great information with each artifact. It is a lot of reading and the information helped to understand more about this historical event. Some of the areas are very impressive in the way they are set up. It was well worth it!

We attended the Titanic Experience dinner theater and it was excellent! The food was excellent and the show was entertaining and interactive. It was done in such a way that you got a sense of what the night was like. It was such a great experience!

It is very worth it! A fascinating museum!! Very beautiful and well mounted. The interaction throughout the tour with actors representing real passengers on the ship make a big difference with other museums. Mainly Molly, she is amazing! Thanks to her you will never forget this visit!

Everything was ready for us when we arrived, including our tour guide, "Miss Dorothy Gibson", who was outstanding! It was all so interesting, and she most definitely kept our attention with all her info as well as some fun trivia. The whole group had a great time. Well worth the time and money! Thank you, Miss Dorothy!

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What is submersible tourism? The Titanic expedition, explained.

How common are deep-sea expeditions like the titan’s where else do submersibles go.

Seeing the wreck of the Titanic firsthand is a journey.

One must board a submersible vessel about the size of a minivan built to withstand the pressure of descending nearly two and a half miles into the depths of the Atlantic Ocean . It takes about two hours to reach the sunken ship and another two to get back to the surface, plus time for exploration.

And even with a price tag of a quarter of a million dollars, there has been no shortage of people with interest for such an adventure. Philippe Brown, founder of the luxury travel company Brown and Hudso , said there’s a long wait list for the OceanGate Expeditions submersible experience at the center of the world’s attention. The vessel, called the Titan, vanished Sunday in the North Atlantic with five onboard , triggering a wide-reaching search mission that ended Thursday, when the Coast Guard said a remotely operated vehicle discovered debris from the vessel on the ocean floor. Pieces of the submersible indicated it had imploded in a “catastrophic event," Coast Guard officials said. A spokesperson for OceanGate said the pilot and passengers “have sadly been lost."

For the world’s richest and most intrepid travelers, a submersible trip is not so far-fetched, says Roman Chiporukha, co-founder of Roman & Erica, a travel company for ultrawealthy clients with annual membership dues starting at $100,000.

“These are the people who’ve scaled the seven peaks, they’ve crossed the Atlantic on their own boat,” Chiporukha said. The typical vacation of the ultrawealthy, like a beach getaway on the Italian Riviera or St. Barts, “really doesn’t do it for them,” he added.

That description fits tycoon Hamish Harding , who was among the five people on Titan. An avid adventurer who’s thoroughly explored the South Pole and the Mariana Trench, Harding was also on the fifth spaceflight of Blue Origin , the private space company founded by Jeff Bezos, who owns The Washington Post.

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Harding and the Titan journey represent the extreme end of the submersible tourism industry, which has been growing in popularity since the 1980s. Ofer Ketter , a longtime submersibles pilot and co-founder of SubMerge , a firm that provides consulting and operations of private submersibles, says such deep-sea journeys are rare in comparison to those in more tropical locations. For example, the luxury tour operator Kensington Tours offers a $700,000, 10-day yacht trip that includes a 600-plus-foot dive in a submersible in the Bahamas to explore the Exumas ocean floor.

Here’s what else to know about the industry.

Deep water, high pressure: Why the Titanic sub search is so complex

Missing Titanic submersible

The latest: After an extensive search, the Coast Guard found debris fields that have been indentified as the Titan submersible. OceanGate, the tour company, has said all 5 passengers are believed dead.

The Titan: The voyage to see the Titanic wreckage is eight days long, costs $250,000 and is open to passengers age 17 and older. The Titan is 22 feet long, weighs 23,000 pounds and “has about as much room as a minivan,” according to CBS correspondent David Pogue. Here’s what we know about the missing submersible .

The search: The daunting mission covers the ocean’s surface and the vast depths beneath. The search poses unique challenges that are further complicated by the depths involved. This map shows the scale of the search near the Titanic wreckage .

The passengers: Hamish Harding , an aviation businessman, aircraft pilot and seasoned adventurer, posted on Instagram that he was joining the expedition and said retired French navy commander Paul-Henri Nargeolet was also onboard. British Pakistani businessman Shahzada Dawood, 48, and his son, Suleman, 19, were also on the expedition, their family confirmed. The CEO of OceanGate , the submersible expedition company, was also on the vessel. Here’s what we know about the five missing passengers.

Titanic Belfast: History, The Best Tour + Guide

By Author Keith O'Hara

Posted on Last updated: July 11, 2024

A visit to Titanic Belfast is high on the list for most visitors when exploring the capital of Northern Ireland.

Located right on the slipways where RMS Titanic was designed, built and launched, the enigmatic Titanic Museum tells the now-infamous story incredibly well.

Visitors can expect exhibits, replica staterooms, photos, documents and you’ll see, hear and even SMELL the shipbuilding process during your tour!

Discover everything from how much Titanic Belfast tickets cost to what to expect from your visit below!

Some quick need-to-knows about Titanic Belfast

Although a visit to the Titanic Museum is fairly straightforward, there are a few need-to-knows that’ll make your visit that bit more enjoyable.

1. Location    

Titanic Belfast is in the heart of Belfast’s Titanic Quarter where it overlooks the River Lagan. It’s a 25-minute walk from both the Belfast Cathedral Quarter and St George’s Market and a 35-minute walk from Ormeau Park .

2. How long a visit takes

You’ll want to allow between 1½ – 2½ hours for the self-guided Titanic Experience while the guided Discovery Tour lasts 1-hour.

3. Admission

An adult ticket for the Titanic Experience costs around €29.60/£24.90 while an adult ticket for the Discovery Tour costs around £12.60/€15. There are other tour options that I’ll explain below.

4. Getting there

You can take the G2 Glider to and from the Titanic Quarter from the city centre. It runs every 12 – 15 minutes.

The story behind the Titanic Museum   

Photos by Chris Hill via Tourism Ireland

The Titanic is one of the most famous ships ever launched.

Designed, built and launched by Belfast’s leading shipbuilders, Harland and Wolff , it is a fascinating story that led to the epic blockbuster movie of the same name.

Sadly, the luxury liner is not remembered as being the largest ship afloat at that time, but for the disaster that unfolded during her maiden voyage

Belfast circa 1900

In the early 20th century, Belfast was buzzing with industry, particularly shipbuilding, rope-making and linen linen production (it mainly took place in the city’s Cathedral Quarter ).

Around 15,000 Belfast residents were employed by the leading shipyard, Harland and Wolff, under the ambitious Chairman, Lord Pirrie.

Commissioned by White Star Line as a new luxury liner for their fast Transatlantic fleet, the RMS Titanic was the largest man-made moveable object in the world.

It had the latest refinements in luxury including a heated swimming pool, escalators, hot and cold water in each stateroom and a glittering ballroom.

A Titanic disaster

As the ship sailed out on its maiden voyage, a crew of engineers and fitters from Belfast were onboard to complete any last-minute details.

Steaming through the icy waters of Newfoundland Canada at an impressive 20 knots per hour, the Titanic struck an iceberg.

It pierced the hull and the “unsinkable” liner sank to a watery grave taking more than 1500 crew and passengers with it.

The different Titanic tours

© Tourism Ireland photographed by Catherine Keenan

So, there are a couple of different tours of the Titanic Museum that you can head off on, depending on what way you want to explore it.

Below, you’ll find info on a guided and a self-guided tour of the Titanic Centre (note: if you make a booking through a link below we  may  make a small commission which we very much appreciate).

1. Titanic Experience (self-guided)

Admission to the Titanic Experience Tour includes a self-guided tour through a series of galleries.

Surround yourself with the sights, sounds and smells of booming Belfast shipyards as you discover the social history of the people and city of Belfast.

Embrace the story of the Titanic, from plans to launch and subsequent sinking. A drama and a tragedy in this epic Titanic Experience!

2. The Discovery Tour (guided)

Follow your informative guide via a personal headset on this 1.7 mile/2.8km Discovery Tour around the historic slipways and huge Titanic Belfast building.

Along the way, learn about maritime metaphors hidden in the attraction and discover the symbolic importance of this contemporary design.

See the Drawing Offices where Thomas Andrews and his colleagues designed the Titanic. Follow the stages of construction of these Olympic class behemoths, culminating in their grand launch.

3. The White Star Premium Pass

The White Star Premium Pass offers three experiences for one price:

• The Titanic Experience
• SS Nomadic visit
• The guided Discovery Tour

Other things to see around the Titanic Quarter

After you’ve finished working your way around the Titanic Exhibition, there’s still plenty to see and do in the surrounding area.

Below, you’ll find info on everything from the building itself (it’s unique to say the least!) to the SS Nomadic and more.

1. The building itself

Photo by Chris Hill via Tourism Ireland

The landmark building housing the main Titanic Belfast attraction is a work of art in itself. It was designed by Todd Architects and took three years to complete at a cost of £77 million.

The four 38m-high points represent the pointed hulls on the original ship and stand the same height as the original ship.

The 5-story glass atrium has views of the docks and city. It is covered in aluminum shards which were specially designed to shimmer.

2. The SS Nomadic

Photos via Shutterstock

Moored on the waterfront, the SS Nomadic was the tender to the RMS Titanic and is the only surviving White Star Line vessel in existence.

Admission is included in your Titanic Experience ticket.

Restored to its 1911 appearance, it has 4 decks and is a floating museum of interactive exhibits and information about life aboard the RMS Titanic.

3. The slipways

See the actual slipways down which the RMS Titanic and many other world-famous vessels have launched.

Walk the replica white stone Promenade Deck and sit on benches arranged as they would have been on Titanic’s deck.

See the positioning of the funnels and lifeboats. It’s a historic place to pause a moment and reflect in the many famous ships that have started their life on this very spot.

Things to do nearby

One of the beauties of a visit to the Titanic Museum in Belfast is that it’s a stone’s throw away from many of the best places to visit in Belfast .

Below, you’ll find everything from walks and food to St Anne’s Cathedral , lively pubs and much, much more.

• Samson and Goliath cranes (3-minute walk):  Belfast’s most famous landmark
• St Anne’s Cathedral (25-minute walk): Located on Donegall Street, the beautiful building dates back to 1899
• Key attractions (20-minutes+): Black Cab Tours , Crumlin Road Gaol and Cave Hill

Fancy exploring more or the area? See my guide to spending one day in Belfast or discover more things to do in Northern Ireland !

Keith O’Hara has lived in Ireland for 35 years and has spent most of the last 10 creating what is now The Irish Road Trip guide. Over the years, the website has published thousands of meticulously researched Ireland travel guides, welcoming 30 million+ visitors along the way. In 2022, the Irish Road Trip team published the world’s largest collection of Irish Road Trip itineraries . Keith lives in Dublin with his dog Toby and finds writing in the 3rd person minus craic altogether.

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Sunday 26th of March 2023

Hello! I love your blog and use it for my Ireland trips' research and have passed the name along to friends. I will be going to Belfast next week and in looking into the Titanic, there is also a third option - the White Star Premium Pass. Do you have any insight into that ticket - value and duration? Interestingly it only starts bookings at noon, while the regular tour is 9am. I have read the museum is very crowded and was hoping to attend first thing, not sure if I should book this or not.

Keith O'Hara

Monday 27th of March 2023

Thanks Sharon! I hadn't heard about the White Star Premium Pass until today. I can't really tell the difference aside from the £10 you get to spend in the cafe, but I may well be wrong! Sorry I couldn't be of more help!

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It's safe to say that when an iceberg pierced the Titanic on its maiden voyage just over 100 years ago, no one was thinking about turning the shipwreck into a tourist attraction. But now, in celebration of the 100th anniversary of the sinking, some travel companies are offering tours of the site. Visitors can take an expensive excursion or they can simply look on Google, where the wreck is pictured in all its rustic, 3-D glory.

It's a surreal sight ― especially if you know that when the Titanic went down in 1912 it claimed more than 1,500 lives. But is visiting the ship such a good idea? Absolutely, yes!

Package Tours On Titanic Shipwreck Underwater Excursions

There are now two companies offering underwater tours of the Titanic's wreckage. Bluefish and OceanGate, which has its headquarters in Everett Washington, both offer dives to the site that cost roughly $60,000- $105,129 per person, not including airfare or lodging. But what do you get for this price? Here's what to know about the tours:

Now that the wreckage is covered with silt again and no longer clear enough for photographs, some pictures taken on previous dives have been reproduced on tours' brochures. Up-close views of Titanic's exterior can also be seen in the James Cameron documentary Titanic.

Bluefish's brochures claim that "the wreck is eminently photographable providing an opportunity for multiple dive photography." OceanGate's website notes that there are at least a dozen friezes from the ship above water. Both tour companies are adamant about protecting the site and the body of water around it, possibly due to the controversy that arose last year when one company was using a ship to drop tourists onto the wreckage.

A Bluefish video demonstrates what it's like inside the sub by dropping a GoPro camera into an empty one as well as dead still sharks. It also shows some footage of Titanic itself before it was covered up with silt and debris.

Tourists will use OceanGate's custom-built submersibles made out of titanium, not unlike those used for space missions like Apollo 13. The sub is big enough for three passengers and has a window, touchscreen monitors for navigation, a pressure gauge, and all the equipment that tourists will need to live.

Both companies will take precautions like deploying a safety diver. They also plan to check guests' lungs for signs of pneumonia before each dive to ensure that they are healthy enough.

The Titanic sank in 1912 and many people died, but the wreck was never declared a cemetery or war gravesite, so knocking on it is prohibited. Both companies also request that tourists don't take chunks of the ship as souvenirs, which has happened before with other famous wrecks like the Lusitania.

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5 Things To Take Note About the Titanic Wreck Site

Once you’ve decided on which company to go through to visit this sunken piece of history, the basic accommodations are all set! While the entire site itself is a historical wonder, there are a few things to note. Below are different things to be aware of before you take a dive.

What To Bring With You When Visiting The Underwater Wreckage

According to Blue Marble Private, divers should bring nothing larger than a handbag with them on the excursion. Their kit will include a snorkel plus mask, computer, and regulator, wetsuit, and boots.

What To Expect When Diving At The Site Of The Titanic Wreck

Divers will be able to explore the three most important parts of the wreckage, including its bow section, stern and engine room. Each area has plenty of marine life, so you might feel as though you're swimming through a fishbowl.

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What To Know When Diving At The Site Of The Titanic Wreck

Dive trips are run with a maximum of 12 divers at one time, and the company cautions that diving can be strenuous if you're not fit or healthy enough for it. This is why they recommend medical checks before each excursion.

What Not To Do When Visiting The Underwater Wreckage Of The Titanic

You must report any sightings of the wreck to the government agencies responsible for its protection, i.e., the Maritime and Coast Guard Agency (MCA) in Belfast. You should also respect all regulations that surround this precious archeological site.

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What To Expect From The Marine Life At The Site Of The Titanic Wreck

Titanic wreck excursions are perfect for snorkelers and scuba divers alike , and visitors will be able to reap the benefits of both in one visit. There are plenty of fish to see if you're snorkeling, and you might even spot some whale sharks, too.

What To Know About The Safety Measures In Place For The Tour

According to the Titanic wreck tour operator's website, there are a number of safety measures in place to ensure that visitors have an enjoyable experience. These include two divers per dive, a support crew on the surface, and medical staff. Visitors should always bring a whistle with them, especially since it is an international sign of distress. A knife and glow stick will also be useful in an emergency.

Titanic wreck trips are a unique and exciting way to learn about the history of one of the most famous vessels to ever sail the seas, which is why they're so popular among Titanic enthusiasts as well as people who have never seen it before. They're also great for anyone who loves the water since it's a chance to explore something man-made while enjoying the natural beauty of an underwater ecosystem. The fact that you can set foot where no other human has for nearly 100 years only adds to the appeal, making this one of the most fascinating excursions you can take.

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