Leeds City Museum
Leeds City Museum
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About this place
Leeds City Museum is a welcoming family-friendly attraction housed in an impressive building on Millennium Square in the city centre. The museum showcases three floors of fascinating exhibits spanning natural history, local heritage, ancient civilisations, and world cultures. Children and adults alike will enjoy interactive galleries that are well laid out and easy to explore at your own pace, with notable displays including the iconic Leeds Tiger taxidermy and the Egyptian mummy Nesyamun.
The museum regularly updates its exhibitions and offers educational activities throughout the year, making it a great destination for families looking to learn something new together. Best of all, entry is currently free, making it an affordable day out for parents.
Plan your visit
Check the venue website for tickets, opening times and updates.
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What to bring
- Water bottle or drinks for the children to stay hydrated while exploring
- Small snacks or packed lunch, though a cafe is available on site
- Comfortable walking shoes as there are three floors to explore
- A notebook and pencil if children enjoy sketching or taking notes about exhibits
- Camera or phone for capturing memories of favourite displays
Top tips
- Entry is free, making it a budget-friendly family day out, though donations are appreciated to support the museum
- Allow at least an hour and a half to properly explore the galleries, but you can spend longer if your children are particularly engaged
- Check the website or call ahead to find out about current special exhibitions and educational activities, as these change regularly
- Visit on a weekday if possible to avoid larger crowds, or arrive early on weekends
- The museum has lifts and is fully accessible, making it easy to navigate with pushchairs and younger children
- Free WiFi is available throughout the venue, useful if you need to keep children entertained during quieter moments
Age range
Typical visit
Pushchair
Dogs
Suitable for all ages, with interactive displays that appeal to both young children and older visitors
Free entry. Donations appreciated.
Regularly changing exhibitions throughout the year. Special events and performances held periodically.
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Location
Leeds City Museum
Millennium Square, Leeds LS2 8BH, LS2 8BH
Parking tip
Paid parking available nearby