SS Nomadic

SS Nomadic carried first and second class passengers out to Titanic from the French Port of Cherbour
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Exactly one quarter size of Titanic, Nomadic was built using the same steel, the same rivets by the same people in Harland and Wolff Belfast. Nomadic carried many famous people to Titanic, but also continued as a tender to many other great ocean going liners. She also saw service as a troop carrier in World War One, and a mine sweeper in World War Two, and her varied career prior to returning home included being a floating restaurant and nightclub in Paris

10/04/2026

📅 in 1912

SS Nomadic earned her place in history, transporting 172 First and Second Class passengers to RMS Titanic at Cherbourg.

Passengers and luggage were onboard Nomadic by 5pm, though Titanic had yet to arrive. It was another hour before her funnels were sighted, with the liner reaching Cherbourg at around 6.35pm.

At 8.10pm, Titanic departed for Queenstown (now Cobh), as Nomadic’s crew called out their farewells: “Goodbye, see you in fifteen days!”

27/03/2026

Discover the legacy of Lord Pirrie aboard SS Nomadic with our special pop-up exhibition 🚢

From the man who helped shape the Titanic to the influential family behind him, it’s a fascinating glimpse into the people who made it all possible.

Included with your Titanic Belfast Experience ticket.

18/03/2026

Did you know?

In March 1999, the SS Nomadic ended her time as a floating restaurant on the River Seine in Paris, opposite the Eiffel Tower, after safety regulations required an inspection of her ageing hull.

Built alongside the RMS Titanic, the SS Nomadic carried passengers to the famous liner and later served as a troop carrier in both World Wars. Today, she is the last remaining White Star Line ship in the world, now fully restored and back home in Belfast, welcoming visitors on board. 🚢

Admission is included with your Titanic Experience ticket. Book online and save👉 titanicbelfast.com/tickets

27/02/2026

On , we celebrate the story of Polar, the Titanic Bear. 🐻‍❄️

'Polar' was a Steiff teddy bear belonging to Robert Douglas Spedden, a six-year-old passenger and survivor of RMS Titanic. Robert and Polar travelled aboard SS Nomadic and boarded Titanic at Cherbourg. Following their survival, Robert’s mother, Emily Spedden, retold the experience through Polar’s eyes, creating a children’s story that captured this remarkable journey.

Today, Polar and his little suitcase can be seen on board SS Nomadic! A small bear with a powerful connection to Titanic’s history.

21/02/2026

Passenger Stories | John Jacob Astor IV

From the decks of SS Nomadic to the grandeur of RMS Titanic.

American millionaire John Jacob Astor IV was the wealthiest passenger on board Titanic. After a high-profile marriage and a ten-week tour of the Mediterranean and Nile, he and his young, pregnant wife booked one of the ship’s most elegant suites - a ticket costing nearly a year’s salary for a Belfast public health officer at the time.

Astor did not survive. His wife did.

Follow our series as we share the stories of the passengers who began their journey aboard SS Nomadic.

10/02/2026

Step aboard SS Nomadic to explore our brand-new Love Connections display, sharing heartfelt stories linked to Titanic and the people whose lives were shaped by her legacy.

Included with your Titanic Experience ticket - take time to wander, reflect, and discover these personal stories while you visit.

07/02/2026

- February 7 1873

Thomas Andrews Jr. was born in Comber, County Down. He entered Harland & Wolff shipbuilders at 16 as an apprentice, steadily advancing through different departments.

By 28, he assumed the role of Head of the Designing Department, and in 1907, he ascended to the position of Managing Director.

Thomas Andrews designed SS Nomadic, incorporating the same lavish finishes as Titanic, making the resemblances between the two unmistakable ⚓

27/01/2026

Important Update – SS Nomadic is closed today.

Due to the current storm and weather conditions, SS Nomadic is closed today, Tuesday 27th January.

Don’t forget, if you have a ticket for SS Nomadic, it can be redeemed on another date within 12 months from the date of purchase, so you won’t miss out on your visit. Just hold on to your ticket and come back at a time that suits you!

Titanic Belfast itself is open as normal, so you can still enjoy the Titanic Experience today.

For more info, check out titanicbelfast.com

23/01/2026

Before emails, before social media, before live updates - there were letters.
Handwritten, heartfelt and full of hope.

On board SS Nomadic, discover letters sent by Titanic passengers and survivors, offering rare glimpses into life at sea and the days that followed.

📍 Continue your journey on board SS Nomadic, the last remaining White Star Line vessel, included in your Titanic Belfast ticket.

Book your tickets here: nomadicbelfast.com

30/09/2025

Step aboard the SS Nomadic - the last remaining White Star Line ship in the world! 🚢

Discover original details on board this historic vessel and walk in the footsteps of Titanic’s first passengers.

✨ Did you know? Entry to the SS Nomadic is included in your Titanic Experience ticket.
Book online today and save📲 titanicbelfast.com/tickets

26/08/2025

Have you visited SS Nomadic?🛳️ As the last remaining White Star Line vessel, she offers the only genuine chance to walk in the footsteps of Titanic’s first-class passengers.

Explore her decks, discover over 100 years of maritime and social history and experience what life was like for those preparing to board Titanic.

✨ Admission is included with your Titanic Experience ticket.
Book now 👉 titanicbelfast.com/tickets.

[Visual Description: Image 1 is a man and woman stand inside a ship beside a glass display case, with a guide dog by their side and Image 2 is on the ship’s deck, a man helps a woman feel the ship’s wheel and navigation equipment.]

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Hamilton Dock, Queen's Road
Belfast
BT39EP

Website

http://www.nomadicbelfast.com/

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