Ulster Museum at Botanic Gardens
Belfast, County Antrim
About Ulster Museum at Botanic Gardens
Ulster Museum at Botanic Gardens is a fantastic museum that is open throughout the year, and free to visit, making it a great all weather attraction that won't break the bank!
Do you know what mummies looked like, or how big dinosaurs were? Perhaps you have always wanted to see real treasure or a modern masterpiece? Well now you can! A souvenir edition explorer map (and stickers) are available for free from the Welcome Area to help you and the kids get the most out of your visit. With fascinating ancient relics to hands on activities, the museum offers something for everyone, from the simply curious to the enthusiast.
Ulster Museum, as Northern Ireland's treasure house of the past and present, is home to a rich collection of art, history and natural sciences. There are a number of permanent displays to explore, plus a lively programme of changing exhibitions and events throughout the year.
The Botanic Gardens are adjacent, open daily, and welcome well behaved youngsters.
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Explore the Ulster Museum and make sense of the past, the present and the future through collections of art, natural science and history. It champions diverse voices and new perspectives to promote positive change in society.
Northern Ireland's only Art, History and Natural Science Museum
Ulster Museum is Northern Ireland’s treasure house of the past and present. Home to rich collections of art, history and natural sciences all set within the beautiful surroundings of Belfast’s Botanic Gardens. Come face-to-face with dinosaurs, meteorites, Spanish sailors and Egyptian mummies. Discover new perspectives about Ancient Ireland, inclusive global histories, the Troubles, and whatever the future may hold.
Discover Caravaggio, Discover History and Discover Nature
The Ulster Museum interactive discovery centres, Discover Caravaggio, History and Nature offer unique and exciting learning experiences to people of all ages. This is where you can get hands-on with some of the most unusual and fascinating items from our collections.
Facilities
Toilets
Free Wifi
Gift Shop
Accessible Toilets
Baby Changing
Food Available
Wheelchair Friendly
Pushchair Friendly
Card Payments Accepted
Wheelchair Hire
Opening Times
- Monday, Closed
- Tuesday, 10:00 - 17:00
- Wednesday, 10:00 - 17:00
- Thursday, 10:00 - 17:00
- Friday, 10:00 - 17:00
- Saturday, 10:00 - 17:00
- Sunday, 10:00 - 17:00
All Year Round
Tuesday to Sunday: 10:00 - 17:00
Monday closed (except for Northern Ireland Bank holidays)
Closed 24th, 25th, 26th & 27th December. Also closed on New Years Day (1st January 2025)
Pricing & Tickets
- Child (4-17) : Free
- Adult (17-18+) : Free
Free admission
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
Food & Drink Options
Hot drinks and lunch options such as sausage rolls and croissants are available at the Wynne & Pym café.
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Toilets
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Accessibility Information
Tickets & Bookings
Private Hire & Birthday Parties
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Contact Details
Ulster Museum
Stranmillis Road
Botanic Gardens, Belfast, BT9 5AB, Northern Ireland
Belfast
County Antrim
BT9 5AB
Northern Ireland
Entrance via the Botanic Gardens
Tel: 0845 608 0000
Visit WebsiteTransport Information
The nearest bus stop to Ulster Museum in Belfast is College Green. It's a 2 min walk away.
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