# The Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > Cambridge's premier art and antiquities museum welcomes families with accessible facilities including wheelchair access and baby changing areas. Explore world-class collections spanning ancient Egypt to modern masterpieces in this grand neoclassical building. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/cambridge/attractions/the-fitzwilliam-museum (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Museum # The Fitzwilliam Museum Trumpington Street [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=12687767599581280044&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Nitin Gupta](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/117205896996243744027) **In short:** The Fitzwilliam Museum is a museum in Cambridge, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 9,400 Google reviews. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About The Fitzwilliam Museum Cambridge's premier art and antiquities museum welcomes families with accessible facilities including wheelchair access and baby changing areas. Explore world-class collections spanning ancient Egypt to modern masterpieces in this grand neoclassical building. ## What's nearby - Fitzwilliam Pharmacy next door - Peterhouse next door - Browns Cambridge next door - Pembroke College 200m away - Mathematical Bridge 400m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Paid car park - ✓Paid street ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible entrance - ✓Accessible toilet - ✓Accessible seating ### Payment - ✓Contactless Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Facilities Toilets Gift Shop ## Opening hours **Monday** Closed **Tuesday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Wednesday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Thursday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Friday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Saturday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Sunday** 12:00 – 5:00 PM Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What visitors say [AJMAL KAZMI](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/106901152505810294593/reviews) ★★★★★ This was the second museum we visited with the kids during our purely educational trip to Cambridge on 7th February, and it was an absolute highlight... ​ Founded in 1816, the history of this stunning building is incredible. Inside, there are over half a million masterpieces, armor & ancient treasures. The kids were completely fascinated by the massive Egyptian sarcophagi (coffins) & the ancient Greek galleries. ​It is highly engaging for families. They offer fantastic activity trails & family guides that keep the kids actively searching for specific details in the paintings and artifacts, making the learning experience super interactive. ​staff is Incredibly welcoming & helpful, especially when guiding us toward the best family routes. ​The indoor Courtyard Kitchen was lovely—perfect for a quick pit stop for snacks, warm drinks, and delicious cakes. ​A beautiful gift and small bookshop is located right inside, filled with wonderful educational toys, books, and unique souvenirs. Well-maintained toilet facilities and baby-changing spaces are available throughout the building. General admission is completely FREE Open Tuesday to Saturday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and Sundays from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM (Closed Mondays). ​There is no on-site visitor parking at the museum, but the Grand Arcade car park is just a short 10-minute walk away and very convenient. ​A wonderful, enriching experience for the whole family. · via Google [Robyn Allwright](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/102388287186165731636/reviews) ★★★★★ Beautiful museum. Wonderful examples of ancient artifacts. All were well displayed and identified. Interesting collection of art. So happy to find an El Greco I hadn't seen before. And free admission...donation gladly made. · via Google [Moaz Sibaai](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/104014540230229652075/reviews) ★★★★★ ★★★★★ Lovely museum and a must-visit in Cambridge. Free entry, which is a real bonus. The staff at the front desk were very friendly and helpful, making sure we knew about the different areas and galleries to explore. I particularly enjoyed the commentary throughout the museum. The descriptions alongside the exhibits were informative and well balanced – not too short and not too long. The café is also worth a visit. It’s a modern, bright and sunny space, perfect for a coffee or light lunch. The gift shop is excellent too, with a good selection of books, cards and souvenirs. Overall, a very well-presented museum with fascinating collections. I thoroughly enjoyed my visit and would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Cambridge. · via Google [Timothy Turner](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/106273634987367425759/reviews) ★★★★★ The museum contains various relics of the past, including big sections of Ancient Egyptian mummies, Sculptures from Ancient Rome, and much more. The owl with the removable head was quite cool as well. There are 2 floors, one containing cool pieces of history, and one containing paintings and modern art. You are given a map upon entry, too. · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x47d870a2a3162b45:0xb0140168bdc0b72c!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) People say this museum offers a vast and diverse collection of art and historical artifacts, including impressive Egyptian, Greek, and Roman exhibits, as well as masterpieces by renowned painters. Visitors also highlight the beautiful architecture of the building and the welcoming, knowledgeable staff. They appreciate the free entry, the pleasant cafe, and the well-maintained facilities. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Address** Trumpington Street, Cambridge, CB2 1RB [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=52.2002134%2C0.1195238) **Category** Museums & Galleries **Guest rating** 4.7 / 5 (9,400 reviews) **Suitable for** Ages 9+ **Suggested visit** 2-3 hours **Setting** Indoor **Good for children** Yes **Toilets on site** Yes **Destination** Cambridge [More attractions in Cambridge](https://staycation.co.uk/cambridge/attractions) ★ 4.7 (9,400 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [01223332904](tel:01223332904) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Cambridge **Postcode** CB2 1RB **Payment** Contactless **Plus Code** 9F426429+3R [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x47d870a2a3162b45:0xb0140168bdc0b72c!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x47d870a2a3162b45:0xb0140168bdc0b72c!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x47d870a2a3162b45:0xb0140168bdc0b72c!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Cambridge Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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The Fitzwilliam Museum is indoors, so it works on a rainy day. ### What ages is The Fitzwilliam Museum suitable for? The Fitzwilliam Museum is best for ages 9+. ### Is The Fitzwilliam Museum wheelchair accessible? The Fitzwilliam Museum has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet. ### Is there parking at The Fitzwilliam Museum? Yes: paid car park and paid street parking. ### How do I contact The Fitzwilliam Museum? 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