1. South East and London
  2. Oxfordshire
  3. Oxford

Attraction Information

Are you ready for an enchanting journey through the power of storytelling? The Story Museum Oxford is a unique destination, perfect for sparking the imagination of both young and old. 

Step off the page into a world of colour, characters and literary delights. The Story Museum is most unusual and celebrates the power of stories to teach and delight.

About The Story Museum Oxford

The Story Museum is a most unusual museum in the heart of Oxford. With the aim to enrich lives, especially young lives, through story!

The Museum was established to ensure that everyone can enjoy and benefit from engaging with great stories and create stories of their own in a place full of wit and wonder.

The Story Museum Oxford is not your average museum. Here, the stories come alive! Immersive exhibitions allow children to step into the world of their favourite tales, igniting a love for reading and storytelling. It's a gallery space filled with imaginative exhibitions and where the line between reader and story blurs, creating an unforgettable adventure.

Things To Do

Step into The Portal, where you'll be guided on a journey through a fictional universe. There are over 1001 stories for you to explore in their unique and wonderful way. 

Here you can rediscover nursery rhymes, children's story history and even a film experience too!

Venture into The Whispering Wood where you can immerse yourself in a forest of trees that all tell a story or have a secret to reveal. You'll find live storytelling and so much more! 

The Enchanted Library

Fall into the rabbit hole and into a world where characters leap off the pages. This interactive exhibit lets children meet some of their favourite characters from beloved books. It's also a dedicated space for younger children as well as a 100-seat theatre, a learning studio and a temporary exhibition space.

Small Worlds

Welcome to a patchwork land of picture books, nursery rhymes and traditional tales for the little ones. There are 5 story themed zones you can explore. From the Bear Hunt and Traction Man's under-sink world to the Night Safe, Story Bus and Winnie and Wilbur's miniature theatre! 

Also, The Story Museum Oxford delivers an extensive public programme, including skills courses, workshops, drop-in activities and access visits for those wanting to enjoy the Museum in a more relaxed way, alongside a programme of funded community and school participation projects with targeted groups. The Museum attracts up to 100,000 visitors a year!

Food & Drink

Need a break? The Story Café offers delightful treats and a cosy space for families to relax and discuss their favourite part of the museum.

From freshly prepared meals and homemade dishes to cakes and bakes. Munch on pasties, sip on soup and nibble on sweet treats. 

- Immersive experiences based on children’s books

- Possibly the world’s greatest dressing-up box

- An array of activities including cinema, storytelling and dance

Claim & Manage Attraction ListingTick Icon
Timer Icon

Opening Times

Regular Times
  • Monday, Closed
  • Tuesday, 09:30 - 16:30
  • Wednesday, 09:30 - 16:30
  • Thursday, 09:30 - 16:30
  • Friday, 09:30 - 16:30
  • Saturday, 09:30 - 17:30
  • Sunday, 09:30 - 17:30

Monday and Tuesday Closed Wednesday to Friday 09:30 - 16:30 Saturday and Sunday 09:30 - 17:30 TERM TIME OPENING HOURS:  Monday and Tuesday Closed Wednesday to Friday 09:30-16:30  Saturday and Sunday 09:30-17:30   HOLIDAYS (Oxfordshire state school dates)  Monday to Sunday 09:30 - 17:30 

Ticket Icon

Pricing & Tickets

General Admission
  • Child (4-17) : £6.00
  • Adult (17-18+) : £12.00

Book in advance for cheapest tickets

Find other attractions similar to The Story Museum by visiting our attraction tickets section.

Timer Icon

Plan Your Visit

MorningAfternoonEvening

Stopwatch IconTypical visit time 2 - 3 hours

Tick IconSuitable for Kids and Adults too

Question Mark Icon

FAQs

Yes, there is parking.

The nearest public car park is is the Oxpens Car Park.

Pin Icon

Contact Details

The Story Museum
Rochester House
42 Pembroke Street
Oxford
Oxfordshire
OX1 1BP
England

Tel: 01865807600

Visit Website

The Story Museum Reviews

Day Out With The Kids - VIP Pass Advert

Recent blog posts

Top Tips and Tricks In Planning Family Adventures With The Day Out With The Kids VIP Pass - Image
ShivaniMarch 18, 2024
Top Tips and Tricks In Planning Family Adventures With The Day Out With The Kids VIP Pass

Make planning family days out simple and easy with our top tips and tricks. Plus, save with our VIP Pass – it’s never been easier!

Ideas On A Budget
Things To Do
Easter Markets In The UK - Image
Jenny OsmondMarch 18, 2024
Easter Markets In The UK

With Easter just around the corner, many people are starting to plan their holiday festivities. One popular tradition in the UK is visiting Easter markets, where you can celebrate the arrival of Spring and find a wide variety of goods and treats to enjoy during the long Easter Bank Holiday weekend. In this blog, we…

Easter
Things To Do
I Went To Disneyland Paris - Here's What I thought! - Image
Harleen SahotaMarch 15, 2024
I Went To Disneyland Paris - Here's What I thought!

Heading to Disneyland Paris? Here’s my review of everything you need to look out for, top tips, the best restaurants and the best rides!

Disneyland Paris
Things To Do
Hop Into History: With The Best National Trust Easter Egg Hunts - Image
ShivaniMarch 15, 2024
Hop Into History: With The Best National Trust Easter Egg Hunts

The Easter holidays aren’t far away! So we’ve rounded up all the best National Trust Easter Egg Hunts, so grab your bunny ears and get going!

Easter
Things To Do
OMG! Primark Just Got a Hello Kitty Cafe! - Image
Harleen SahotaMarch 15, 2024
OMG! Primark Just Got a Hello Kitty Cafe!

Hello Kitty has come to Primark and we’ve got the inside scoop for you!

Events Near You
Things To Do
The Wonders of BeWILDerwood Norfolk: A Parent's Review! - Image
ShivaniMarch 11, 2024
The Wonders of BeWILDerwood Norfolk: A Parent's Review!

Read all about Cookie and her family’s day out to BeWILDerwood Norfolk! Including top tips, recommendations, food reviews and the best parts!

Family Creator Network
Reviews and Recommendations
Things To Do
Easter Dinosaur Hunts - Image
Jenny OsmondMarch 11, 2024
Easter Dinosaur Hunts

As Easter approaches, we understand families are looking for fun activities to celebrate the holiday. Got a little dino fan? One unique and exciting option gaining popularity is Easter dinosaur egg hunts. These interactive events offer a dinosaur twist on traditional Easter egg hunts. Easter dinosaur hunts offer exciting themed activities for children of all…

Easter
Things To Do
Step Into The Prehistoric Era With The Dinosaur rEvolution Exhibition - Image
ShivaniMarch 8, 2024
Step Into The Prehistoric Era With The Dinosaur rEvolution Exhibition

Become palaeontologists and deep dive into the world of the prehistoric beasts at the Dinosaur rEvolution Exhibition at Hornium Museum!

Events Near You
Things To Do