A replica of the historic Nao Santa María ship is set to sail to Liverpool as part of its new historical outreach tour. The vessel, which played a decisive role in the discovery of the Americas, will make Liverpool one of 30 ports it visits this year, thanks to Huelva Provincial Council.
Visitor Experience
During its stay, the Nao Santa María will open its decks to visitors of all ages, allowing them to explore the ship’s interior, discover life on board in the 15th century, and learn about the details of the greatest nautical feat ever achieved. This unique cultural and educational experience transports visitors back to the era of the great navigators.
The visit will take place from August 12 to 15, from 10am until 8pm at the Royal Albert Dock. It is aimed at both the general public and schools and associations, which may book organised visits. To celebrate the ship's arrival, the company has launched an online promotion with exclusive discounts, valid only until August 11.
Ticket Information
If online tickets sell out, no further tickets will be available at the box office. Online tickets will take priority. You can book tickets online.
Ship Construction
This full-scale replica of the Nao Santa María was built by the Nao Victoria Foundation in Punta Umbría (Huelva, Spain), with the support of the Provincial Council of Huelva and the Cajasol Foundation. Construction took fourteen months, beginning in January 2017 and ending in March 2018.
The arrival of the Nao Santa María follows in the wake of the Galeón Andalucía, which visited Liverpool for the first time in September. The Galeón Andalucía is a unique replica of the Spanish galleons that departed from the Andalusian coasts between the 16th and 18th centuries. It sailed the Atlantic, navigated the Caribbean and American coasts, and covered the vast Pacific route, connecting and communicating the world. It is an impressive 55-meter-long ship with six decks, made from iroko and pine wood, and nearly 1,000 square meters of sail area across its seven sails. It was built in Punta Umbría (Huelva) with meticulous historical accuracy.
