Ulster Museum

From Ireland to the South Pacific, ancient relics to hands on activities, the museum offers something for everyone

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.

Open year round, Tue-Sun 10am-5pm. Closed Bank Hols

Free

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