The Gokstad ship is the Viking longship excavated from the Gokstad burial mound in Norway.
The ship was discovered near Sandefjord and excavated in 1880. It is a clinker-built vessel made largely from oak, with overlapping planks fastened to a strong framework. Its design allowed both rowing and sailing, making it suitable for coastal voyages and open-water travel.
The burial included the remains of a man, weapons, gaming pieces, fishing equipment, and animals. Modern analysis has identified the man as a tall adult who had suffered injuries, although the exact identity of the deceased remains unknown. The Gokstad ship is sometimes confused with the Oseberg ship, another famous Norwegian burial vessel; the Oseberg burial dates from earlier and is especially known for its elaborate carvings and rich grave goods.