Rotunda Museum
Scarborough, North YorkshireAbout Rotunda Museum
Step into the history of Scarborough at the Rotunda Museum.
Spread over two floors, this museum opened in 1829 and was one of the first purpose built museums in the world. It takes you for a walk through history, starting around 65 million years ago!
The Star Carr is a display of artefacts from from a Mesolithic site, which is regarded as one of the most important sites of its kind in Great Britain. Every room in the museum features a fun and educational surprise that’ll keep you entertained on the rainiest of days!
Small, but perfectly formed museum!
Different exhibitions and displays through the year Rotunda geology group Educational activities
The West Wing of the Rotunda Museum is currently closed due to water ingress following heavy rainfall. This means that the Speeton Plesiosaur and the Gristhorpe Man are not currently on display.
Discover geological treasures from the Yorkshire Coast
Opened in 1829, the Rotunda Museum is one of the world’s first purpose-built museums and was built to a design suggested by William Smith. Learn about the fascinating history of the Yorkshire Coast and get up close to fossils, rocks and other geological wonders.
See 11,000 year old artefacts from Stone Age Star Carr and learn about the history of the museum through an array of objects displayed in the original cases in the upper galleries.
One of the world’s first purpose-built museums
A beautiful and unique museum, located right on the wonderful Yorkshire coast with a great view of the sea!
A museum full of fossils and other geological wonders
Opened in 1829, the Rotunda Museum is one of the world’s first purpose-built museums and was built to a design suggested by William Smith. Learn about the fascinating history of the Yorkshire Coast and get up close to fossils, rocks and other geological wonders.
See 11,000 year old artefacts from Stone Age Star Carr and learn about the history of the museum through an array of objects displayed in the original cases in the upper galleries.
Facilities
Toilets
Gift Shop
Wheelchair Friendly
Dog Friendly
Pushchair Friendly
Card Payments Accepted
Opening Times
- Monday, Closed
- Tuesday, 11:00 - 16:00
- Wednesday, 11:00 - 16:00
- Thursday, 11:00 - 16:00
- Friday, 11:00 - 16:00
- Saturday, 11:00 - 16:00
- Sunday, Closed
Pricing & Tickets
- Adult (18+-18+) : £5.00
General AdmissionAdults: £5.00Under 18's: Free
Book in advance for cheapest tickets
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Plan Your Visit
Typical visit time 1 - 2 hours
Suitable for Kids and Adults too
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Contact Details
Rotunda Museum
Vernon Road
Scarborough
North Yorkshire
YO11 2PS
England
Tel: 01723 353665
Visit WebsiteTransport Information
By train
Scarborough railway station is a 15 minute walk away. This is a step free station. Taxis are available at the station.
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Last Updated: 10:00 30/10/2024
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