Titanic Belfast Promotes an Inclusive Visitor Experience

(eap) The Titanic Belfast museum in the Northern Irish capital is expanding its range of services in order to strengthen inclusion and accessibility. From now on, visitors can borrow so-called “Sensory Backpacks” and take part in specially designed “Quiet Sessions”.

The Sensory Backpacks can be borrowed free of charge and are aimed in particular at neurodiverse guests who can now benefit from additional sensory aids during their visit. The backpacks were primarily developed for children aged five to twelve years but are available to all visitors. They include, among other items, hearing protection, filter glasses for light-intensive areas, emotion and senses cards, fidget and sensory toys, drawing materials, smelling cubes with aromas associated with the Titanic, as well as a visual contents list and a sensory trail.

The Quiet Sessions are aimed at visitors who prefer a calmer environment: On selected dates, guests can experience the Titanic Experience with reduced noise levels, softer lighting and an overall more relaxed atmosphere.

“We believe that everyone should be able to enjoy a visit to Titanic Belfast in a way that feels comfortable, welcoming and accessible to them. The introduction of new Sensory Backpack and Quiet Sessions reflects our long-term commitment to accessibility and inclusion,” emphasizes Paula Bradley, Operations Manager at Titanic Belfast.

In recent years, the museum has already placed great emphasis on an inclusive visitor experience. Measures undertaken so far have included Changing Places facilities, multimedia guides featuring British sign language, as well as partnerships with charities and organisations such as Mencap and Orchardville, which advocate for people with learning disabilities and autism.

Learn more about the implementation of accessible and inclusive offerings in visitor attractions in our special feature published in EAP issue 3/2025. ■