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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National Railway Museum
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Free

National Railway Museum

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

National Coal Mining Museum for England
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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.

Bishops' House
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Free

Bishops' House

Steeped in history and full of charm, Bishops' House is both a museum and Sheffield's best preserved timber framed building.

York Cold War Bunker
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Adults £7.50

York Cold War Bunker

The most modern and spine chilling of English Heritages properties the York Cold War Bunker uncovers the secret history of Britains Cold War.

Hull & East Riding Museum
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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.

Royal Armouries Museum
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Free

Royal Armouries Museum

A fascinating museum showcasing an impressive collection of arms throughout history, offering an immersive journey into the world of military history.

Streetlife Museum of Transport
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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.

National Science and Media Museum
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Free

National Science and Media Museum

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

Leeds City Museum
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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.

Thackray Museum of Medicine
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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
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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.

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Adults from £7.27

Yorkshire Museum

Explore York's role as a capital of religion, power, commerce, art and wealth across the Anglican, Viking, Norman, High Medieval and Tudor periods.

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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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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.