Replica ship of Columbus' fleet, which landed in America in 1492, visits Ramsgate's Royal Harbour...
Open 10am - 7pm
A 2018 replica of the 15th Century Noa Santa Maria, is coming to Ramsgate Harbour as part of a world-wide tour...
The Noa Santa Maria was one of three sailing vessels commanded by Christopher Columbus, when he landed in America in 1492.
The Nao(ship) set sail from the port of Palos de la Frontera (Huelva) as the leading ship, together with the caravels Pinta and Niña, the so-called Three Caravels, on August 3rd 1492.
It was acquired by the Spanish Crown to form part of the Columbus expedition, which set sail from Palos de la Frontera (Huelva, Spain), with a crew of about 90 men.
The current replica Santa María was launched on March 16th 2018. It is a 200 tonne ship, with 28.30m maximum length, 7.96 m beam and 3.49 m height. Like the original, the replica has three masts, the main mast, mainsail mizzen and a bowsprit, with the height of the main mast being almost 25 metres from the waterline to the highest point.
It carries five sails with a surface of 303 m² and the standing and running rigging consists of approximately three kilometres of rope.
It has a crew of 20 men. The replica combines historic rigour with sailing requirements in the 21st century and current legislation, and includes modern elements such as engines and machine rooms, GPS system, radio, radar, fuel tanks, water tanks, gas cooker, showers and sinks, among others.
Ramsgate will be one of six English ports to welcome the Nao Santa María, after more than three years in the USA.
The lower part of the vessel is an exhibition area for visitors to discover its history. People will be able to get on board and see how the adventurers of yesteryear sailed and lived.
It is advised to buy tickets in advance...
Guided tours for Groups / Associations, email: ecampos@velacuadra.es
Any problems with bookings/tickets, please email: tickets@naosantamaria.org or call 678953440 during working hours Monday-Friday from 8am to 3pm.
Please note dates and times are subject to change due to weather & sea conditions.
Intereasted in sailing on board the Nao Santa Maria? See www.tallshipexperience.com
Adult: £10, Child (5- 10): £5
Family: £25 Family (2 adults + up to 3 children 5- 10).
Free for children under 5, who must be accompanied by an adult.
Guided group visits, arrange through: ecampos@velacuadra.es
Address
Replica Nao Santa Maria in Ramsgate (23-27/07/25)
Commercial Quay, Royal Harbour Marina, Military Road, Ramsgate
CT11 9LQ
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