Museums in Yorkshire and Humber


Visiting Yorkshire offers a tapestry of quintessential English charm and rugged beauty. Begin your journey with a stroll through the historic streets of York, where the towering York Minster beckons with its awe-inspiring architecture. Delve into the region's industrial heritage at the UNESCO-listed Saltaire Village, a testament to Victorian ingenuity.

Nature lovers can find solace in the Yorkshire Dales National Park, where dramatic landscapes unfold in every direction. Don't miss the picturesque village of Haworth, home to the Brontë Parsonage Museum, a pilgrimage site for literature enthusiasts. Round off your adventure with a taste of Yorkshire's culinary delights, from hearty Yorkshire puddings to savory pies.

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Thackray Museum of Medicine
Attraction
Adults £11.95

Thackray Museum of Medicine

Explore medical history through interactive exhibits, immersive displays, and fascinating artifacts, offering insight into healthcare's evolution.

Ripon Museum
Attraction
Adults £13

Ripon Museum

Our three sites within the centre of the city of Ripon, tell the unique story of the Liberty Courthouse, Prison and Victorian Workhouse.

National Railway Museum
Attraction
Free

National Railway Museum

Telling the story of rail transport in Britain and its impact on society.

National Coal Mining Museum for England
Attraction
Free

National Coal Mining Museum for England

The museum offers guided underground tours where visitors can experience the conditions miners worked in and see the tools and machines they used.

Yorkshire Air Museum
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Adults from £10

Yorkshire Air Museum

Yorkshire Air Museum is the largest independent aviation museum in the UK.

National Science and Media Museum
Attraction
Free

National Science and Media Museum

Explore interactive exhibits, historic media artifacts, and cutting-edge science, fostering curiosity and innovation.

York Castle Museum
Attraction
Adults £9.09

York Castle Museum

York Castle Museum is a museum located in York on the site of York Castle, originally built by William the Conqueror in 1068.

Prison and Police Museum
Attraction
Adults £8.50

Prison and Police Museum

Our three sites within the centre of the city of Ripon, tell the unique story of the Liberty Courthouse, Prison and Victorian Workhouse.

Attraction
Free

Worsbrough Mill Museum

A 17th century working water mill set in 240 acres of tranquil Country Park. It is an amazing place to visit, have fun and see history come to life.

Attraction
Free

Streetlife Museum of Transport

Experience 200 years of transport history as you walk down a 1940s high street, board a tram or enjoy the pleasures of our carriage ride.

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Free

Bradford Industrial Museum

Explore industrial heritage in Bradford. Housed in historic mills, the museum showcases textile machinery, printing, and exhibits on local manufacturing.

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Free

Cliffe Castle Museum

Originally the home of Victorian textile millionaire, the castle is now home to events, galleries and exhibitions.

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Free

Leeds City Museum

Visit Leeds City Museum and come face-to-face with the Leeds Tiger, step into 'Ancient Worlds' and see the final resting place of the Leeds Mummy.

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Free

Hull & East Riding Museum

Enter a world where 235 million years of history is brought to life. From majestic mammoths to Saxon invaders.