Dover Bronze Age Boat
Wheelchair accessible
One of the oldest seagoing boats in the world, discovered in 1992 and displayed at the Dover Museum.

📜 World's oldest known seagoing boat, a significant archaeological discovery, dated to 1575–1520 BC, and considered one of the greatest archaeological discoveries of the 20th century. Discovered in 1992 during roadworks, it is now 🔍 displayed in a special gallery at the Dover Museum. # Why Go 🚢 Witness a 3,500-year-old Bronze Age vessel 🏛️ Explore the Dover Museum, also home to a gigantic polar bear and other artifacts 🧠 Marvel at sophisticated Bronze Age shipbuilding techniques # Why Avoid 💤 May feel quiet if only interested in the boat # Tips ♿ All floors of the museum are fully accessible. ⬆️ Both the boat and a taxidermied polar bear can be seen on the top floor. # Cost 💰 Entrance is free. # Hours 🕒 Monday-Saturday 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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