We recommend booking free tickets in advance, keeping your distance where possible and using the hand sanitisers available throughout the museum regularly.
Can you just turn up at the Science museum?
Yes. You need to book free general admission tickets to the museum as well as a separate ticket for exhibitions or experiences. When choosing your timeslot, we advise visitors to allow enough time to reach the exhibition or experience after you enter the museum.
How much does Manchester Museum cost?
Price: £4.95 adults, £3.95 concessions, unde-16s free with an adult.
Is Manchester Museum open yet?
We look forward to welcoming you back to the museum in 2023 when we emerge as a more inclusive, caring and imaginative museum. Although our doors are temporarily closed, we are still here for you.
Can you get into science museum without a ticket?
On the page below, you can find the information you need to help plan your visit. Please note you will need to pre-book a free ticket. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
Is Manchester art Gallery free entry?
Yes, the gallery is free and open to all. See our what’s on calendar for a full list of our exhibitions and events.
What should I bring to a day at the museum?
Whole vacations can be built around museum-hopping, and sometimes a museum visit is just a nice way to while away a cold, rainy afternoon.
Useful items:
- Water in a closed container and wrapped snacks for breaks.
- Camera.
- Journal or sketchbook and related supplies.
- A light layer in case it’s super cold inside.
Are the museums in Manchester free?
There are lots of museums and galleries in Manchester worth visiting. A brilliant day out for all ages, all of Manchester’s museums and galleries have free entry for the city’s residents – though some special exhibitions may occasionally be ticketed.
How long does it take to go around Manchester Museum?
We advise you allow at least 90 minutes for your visit. We ask visitors to observe social distancing where possible and pre-book tickets to allow us to manage the number of people in the museum.
How much is the Van Gogh exhibit Manchester?
£23.50 per ticket
Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Adults | £23.50 per ticket |
| Children (5 to 16) | £16.50 per ticket |
Why is Manchester Museum shut?
Manchester Museum is closed to the public until February 2023 as we transform into a more inclusive, imaginative and caring museum.
Where is Van Gogh exhibition Manchester?
MediaCity, Salford Quays
MediaCity, Salford Quays, Greater Manchester – Van Gogh Alive UK.
Which Museum has the dinosaurs in Manchester?
We’re the Museum on Oxford Road with the dinosaurs, live animals – and much more! Alongside our temporary exhibitions and events, we also have loads of other wonderful objects on display in our permanent galleries from the natural world and different cultures.
Should museum tickets be free?
Museums have a valuable role in preserving and transmitting a nation’s history and heritage to new generations. Free access will encourage more people to find out about their country and help to promote feelings of national unity and identity, while promoting greater understanding and acceptance of foreign cultures.
Do I need to book a slot for Art Science Museum?
Due to the overwhelming response to the ArtScience Museum Exhibitions, you might encounter long waiting times if you do not book a time slot for your visit. Please ensure that you do so to ensure a pleasant experience.
Can you enter natural history museum without booking?
The Natural History Museum is free to visit. Some temporary exhibitions and events may require an admission fee and a pre-booked ticket. During busy periods, the museum may not always be able to accommodate walk-in entry, so booking a timed entry ticket is recommended.
How long is Van Gogh exhibit in Manchester?
Van Gogh Alive is open to the public til 27 February 2022 after its original run was extended by several weeks. Tickets cost £23.50 for adults, £21.50 for concessions (students, pensioners and disabled visitors), £16.50 for kids aged 5-16 and free for under-fives. You can get tickets from QuayTickets.com.
Can I visit the British Museum without booking in advance?
If the date or time you wish to visit has no availability, please note that walk-up visits are available each day for those who arrive at the Museum without advance bookings. But this does depend on capacity, as walk-up entry cannot be guaranteed. To book tickets for exhibitions, visit our exhibition pages.
Where can I see art in Manchester?
- Manchester Art Gallery. 2,180. Art Galleries.
- Whitworth Art Gallery. 887. Art Galleries.
- Portico Library. Art Galleries • Libraries.
- Centre for Chinese Contemporary Art. Art Galleries • Art Museums.
- Gallery of Costume. Art Galleries.
- Wythenshawe Hall. Art Galleries.
- Artzu Gallery. Art Galleries.
- Contemporary Six. Art Galleries.
What should you not do at a museum?
Please do not:
- Touch the artwork.
- Bring food or drink into the museum.
- Chew gum.
- Use flash when taking any photos.
- Bring large bags or backpacks into the gallery.
- Run through the halls screaming or play your bagpipes in the galleries. (Soft tenor sax is fine.)
Why can’t you wear a backpack in a museum?
The answer is to protect the artwork. Someone wearing a backpack in the traditional fashion could inadvertantly turn and brush into/knock over something with their backpack.