Visit the exhibition to learn about piracy in popular culture. See characters like Captain Pugwash, Captain Hook, Long John Silver, and Captain Jack Sparrow. Understand why the idea of a pirate's life still captures interest. Discover the real history of pirates, which is more complex than their fictional portrayals. Follow the global history of piracy from the South China Sea to the coast of North Africa. Learn about modern piracy issues affecting seafarers today. Read about real-life figures such as Edward 'Blackbeard' Teach, William Kidd, Anne Bonny, and Mary Read. See how perceptions of pirates have shifted over time.

* Present your mobile ticket at the exhibit within The National Maritime Museum * The exhibition is open daily until 4 January 2026 from 10 am to 5 pm