Ulster Museum
Category: Families, Kids, Rainy Day, Culture, Free
Type: Museums & Galleries, General Attractions
Botanic Gardens
Belfast
BT9 5AB
Belfast
BT9 5AB
Tel: +44 28 9044 0000
Please mention ireland-guide.com when enquiring.
From Ireland to the South Pacific, ancient relics to hands on activities, the museum offers something for everyone
Ulster Museum
Georgina Campbell
Come face to face with dinosaurs, meet an Egyptian Mummy and see modern masterpieces with a visit to the Ulster Museum. As Northern Ireland’s treasure house of the past and present, the museum is home to a rich collection of art, history and natural sciences and free to all visitors.
From Ireland to the South Pacific, ancient relics to hands on activities, the museum offers something for everyone from the simply curious to the enthusiast.
From Ireland to the South Pacific, ancient relics to hands on activities, the museum offers something for everyone from the simply curious to the enthusiast.
Opening Time:
Open year round, Tue-Sun 10am-5pm. Closed Bank Hols
Admission Charge:
Free
Directions
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