Museums in Yorkshire & the Humber

Yorkshire is a region brimming with history and culture, offering numerous museums, castles, and historic buildings for visitors to discover. From the historic York Minster and the atmospheric Fountains Abbey to the fascinating National Railway Museum and the iconic Castle Howard, visitors can discover the rich heritage of Yorkshire. Museums like the Leeds Industrial Museum and the Kelham Island Industrial Museums offer a glimpse into the region’s industrial past, while historic buildings like the Beningbrough Hall and the Harewood House provide a unique look at Yorkshire’s architectural heritage. With countless distinctive and fascinating attractions, there is always something to see and experience in Yorkshire.

Visit Beningbrough Hall
Beningbrough Hall

Beningbrough Hall is a stunning 18th-century mansion located in close to York in Beningbrough, North Yorkshire, England. The…

York
Yorkshire & the Humber
Admission fee
Visit Bolton Abbey
Bolton Abbey

Bolton Abbey is a historic estate located in the Yorkshire Dales in North Yorkshire, England. The estate is…

Skipton
Yorkshire & the Humber
Admission fee
Visit Bolton Castle
Bolton Castle

Bolton Castle is a medieval fortress located in Wensleydale, North Yorkshire, England. It was built in the 14th…

Leyburn
Yorkshire & the Humber
Admission fee
Visit Castle Howard
Castle Howard

Castle Howard is a magnificent stately home located in North Yorkshire, England. It is widely considered to be…

Castle Howard
Yorkshire & the Humber
Admission fee
Visit Eden Camp Modern History Museum
Eden Camp Modern History Museum

The Eden Camp Modern History Museum is a unique and fascinating attraction for visitors to North Yorkshire, England.…

Malton
Yorkshire & the Humber
Admission fee
Visit Eureka! The National Children’s Museum
Eureka! The National Children’s Museum

Eureka! The National Children's Museum is a fun and educational destination located in Halifax, West Yorkshire. This interactive…

Halifax
Yorkshire & the Humber
Admission fee
Visit Fountains Abbey
Fountains Abbey

Fountains Abbey is a magnificent ruined abbey located in Ripon, North Yorkshire, England. It is one of the…

Ripon
Yorkshire & the Humber
Admission fee
Visit Harewood House
Harewood House

Harewood House is a magnificent country house located in Harewood, West Yorkshire, England. The house was built in…

Harewood
Yorkshire & the Humber
Admission fee
Visit Kelham Island Museum
Kelham Island Museum

Kelham Island Museum is a unique and fascinating destination located in the heart of Sheffield, England. This museum…

Sheffield
Yorkshire & the Humber
Free admission
Visit Kirkstall Abbey
Kirkstall Abbey

The Ancient monument of Kirkstall Abbey is located just outside Leeds and surrounded by beautiful gardens and parkland…

Leeds
Yorkshire & the Humber
Free admission
Visit Leeds Industrial Museum
Leeds Industrial Museum

Situated between the River Aire and the canal the Leeds Industrial Museum was once the worlds biggest wool…

Leeds
Yorkshire & the Humber
Admission fee
Visit National Railway Museum
National Railway Museum

The National Railway museum is a fantastic place the visit. Not only for Railway enthusiasts but also for…

York
Yorkshire & the Humber
Free admission
Visit Salts Mill
Salts Mill

Salt's Mill is a 19th-century mill located in the town of Saltaire near Shipley in West Yorkshire. The…

Shipley
Yorkshire & the Humber
Free admission
Visit Skipton Castle
Skipton Castle

Skipton Castle is a historic fortress located in the town of Skipton, North Yorkshire, England. It was originally…

Skipton
Yorkshire & the Humber
Admission fee
Visit Temple Newsam Country Estate
Temple Newsam Country Estate

With plenty to see and discover, your visit to Temple Newsam country estate in Leeds, Yorkshire is a…

Leeds
Yorkshire & the Humber
Admission fee
Visit The Hepworth Wakefield
The Hepworth Wakefield

The Hepworth Wakefield is a contemporary art museum located in the heart of Wakefield, West Yorkshire, England. Housed…

Wakefield
Yorkshire & the Humber
Free entry except exhibitions
Visit The Leeds Art Gallery
The Leeds Art Gallery

The fantastic collection which is housed in the Leeds Art Gallery was assigned the title of a 'collection…

Leeds
Yorkshire & the Humber
Free admission
Visit The Thackray Museum Of Medicine
The Thackray Museum Of Medicine

Anyone interested in medicine will have a fantastic experience when visiting the Thackray Museum of Medicine in Leeds,…

Leeds
Yorkshire & the Humber
Admission fee
Visit Wentworth Woodhouse
Wentworth Woodhouse

Wentworth Woodhouse is a stunning Georgian country house located in Rotherham, South Yorkshire. This magnificent building is one…

Wentworth
Yorkshire & the Humber
Admission fee
Visit Yorkshire Air Museum
Yorkshire Air Museum

The Yorkshire Air Museum is a must-visit for aviation enthusiasts and history buffs visiting North Yorkshire, England. This…

Elvington
Yorkshire & the Humber
Admission fee

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