Museums · North West England
The Manchester Museum
In or near Manchester.
The Manchester Museum — a museum in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Best time of year
- Year-round
- Nearest railway station
- Manchester Oxford Road · 1.0 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
About
The Manchester Museum is a museum located in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
The Manchester Museum is a cultural institution that showcases a diverse range of exhibits, including natural history, archaeology, and world cultures. Visitors can explore various galleries featuring everything from ancient artifacts to live amphibians and reptiles.
Place summary
The Manchester Museum, located in the West Midlands, is a significant cultural institution. It houses a diverse collection of exhibits ranging from natural history to ancient civilisations. The museum is part of the University of Manchester and serves as an important educational resource.
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- Coordinates
- 53.4664, -2.2342
- District
- Manchester
- Parish
- Manchester, unparished area
- Postcode
- M13 9PL
- Parliamentary constituency
- Manchester Rusholme
- Nearest railway station
- Manchester Oxford Road — 1 km
- Opening
- Tu,Th,Fr,Su 10:00-17:00; We 10:00-21:00; Sa 08:00-17:00
- Official site
- www.museum.manchester.ac.uk
Sources
- osm: node/258851218 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Manchester Museum?
- The Manchester Museum is in the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode M13 9PL), in the parish of Manchester, unparished area.
- What is The Manchester Museum?
- The Manchester Museum — a museum in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Manchester Museum?
- The nearest railway station is Manchester Oxford Road, about 1.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode M13 9PL.
- Is The Manchester Museum free to visit?
- Yes, The Manchester Museum is free to enter.
- How do I get to The Manchester Museum?
- The nearest railway station is Manchester Oxford Road, about 1.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode M13 9PL.