# Lancaster City Museum — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > Explore Lancaster's rich heritage through fascinating exhibits at this city centre museum, housed in a beautiful Georgian building with wheelchair hire available for £1, though access to some areas is limited. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/lancaster/attractions/lancaster-city-museum (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Museum # Lancaster City Museum Lancaster City Museum [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=12900017331788748367&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [ilhan_K](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/110129815899541567333) **In short:** Lancaster City Museum is a museum in Lancaster, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 578 Google reviews. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Lancaster City Museum Explore Lancaster's rich heritage through fascinating exhibits at this city centre museum, housed in a beautiful Georgian building with wheelchair hire available for £1, though access to some areas is limited. ## What's nearby - HSBC Lancaster next door - Lancaster Central Library next door - TK Maxx next door - Vue Cinema Lancaster next door - Primark next door Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible entrance Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Facilities Free Wifi Gift Shop Card Payments Accepted ## Opening hours **Monday** 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM **Tuesday** 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM **Wednesday** Closed **Thursday** Closed **Friday** 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM **Saturday** 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM **Sunday** 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What visitors say [Adam](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/112283347770046651742/reviews) ★★★★★ Excellent little gem of a museum, whilst visiting relatives we popped into the museum as they had a small exhibition of a murder that took place in 1935 by a Dr Ruxton who lived in Dalton Sq just a stones throw from the museum ..other interesting artifacts were from Lancaster's Roman history through to first world war and a display of Victoria crosses won in battle. The museum guide who greeted us was very knowledgeable and told us what to look for in particular, there is also a fine collection of books you can purchase. A really interesting day out highly recommended. · via Google [Just Websites](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/109418047532442066065/reviews) ★★★★★ My tour guide was so good and genuinely enthusiastic. The tour was fun and informative i'd do it again if ever I visit. · via Google [Ali Alaspli](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/113885719378953046289/reviews) ★★★★★ Lancaster City Museum is a charming place right in the heart of the city. It's not big, but it offers a rich glimpse into Lancaster's history, from Roman times to today. The building itself is beautiful, the exhibits are clear and engaging, and it's free to enter. A lovely spot to explore when walking through the city centre. · via Google [Zee N](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/113641974879616566029/reviews) ★★★★★ Interesting museum and it's free! Mix of local history through the centuries, with models to bring it to life. Good for all ages. Give yourself half an hour to look round. No cafe but plenty in the vicinity (you can't take drinks in though). · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x487b627efa0b1a99:0xb306116a81a6964f!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Visitors say this museum offers a rich glimpse into Lancaster's history, from Roman times to today, with engaging exhibits and a wide variety of artifacts. They also highlight the reasonable prices and the friendly, knowledgeable staff who interact well with children. Others mention the lovely gift shop with a good selection of souvenirs. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Address** Market Street, Lancaster, LA1 1HT [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=54.0488889%2C-2.8016667) **Category** Museums & Galleries **Guest rating** 4.5 / 5 (578 reviews) **Suitable for** Ages 6+ **Suggested visit** 1-2 hours **Setting** Indoor **Good for children** Yes **Toilets on site** No **Destination** Lancaster [More attractions in Lancaster](https://staycation.co.uk/lancaster/attractions) ★ 4.5 (578 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.lancaster.gov.uk/sites/museums/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [0152464637](tel:0152464637) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Lancaster **Postcode** LA1 1HT **Plus Code** 9C6V25XX+H8 [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x487b627efa0b1a99:0xb306116a81a6964f!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x487b627efa0b1a99:0xb306116a81a6964f!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x487b627efa0b1a99:0xb306116a81a6964f!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Lancaster Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Lancaster City Museum is indoors, so it works on a rainy day. ### What ages is Lancaster City Museum suitable for? Lancaster City Museum is best for ages 6+. ### Is Lancaster City Museum wheelchair accessible? Lancaster City Museum has a wheelchair-accessible entrance. ### How do I contact Lancaster City Museum? 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