Eureka! The National Children's Museum

Eureka! The National Children's Museum

Last Updated on March 18, 2024 by Suzy McCullough

Have you been to Eureka! The Children’s Museum in Halifax, West Yorkshire? If not and you have children under 11, then you really should if you are ever nearby.

What can you do at Eureka! The National Children’s Museum?

There are over 400 interactive exhibits for children to interact with. In addition, there is a creative space (arts and crafts) and a theatre space. They also put on extra activities. On one of our visits, we saw an interactive storytelling session of Room on the Broom (by Eureka! Staff), which was great for preschool-age children.

The staff are amazing with kids and they are always on hand in the creative space. We’ve also seen a couple in the town square area pretending to be robbers and police which the kids seemed to love. In the pretend town square there is a bank with a working cash machine (not real cash), post office, supermarket, road works, car garage and a house with all the rooms you’d expect.

Kids can find out how their body works in a bright and modern area with a dentist, baby clinic area and more. It’s a great place for kids to learn without even realising that they are learning. There is a great outdoor area too, complete with a large sandpit.

Important Information Eureka! The National Children’s Museum

Is there food and drink available?

There is a cafe on-site that sells meals, drinks and snacks. You can take a picnic outdoors and they have a few picnic spaces inside.

What are the main things to do?

Interactive children’s museum with over 400 exhibits. There is an outdoor play area. There are toilets and a cafe.

What are the ticket prices?

Tickets are £15.95 for anyone 3 years and over. 1-2 year old £6.95 and under 1s are free. Once you have paid you can upgrade your ticket to an annual pass for free.
Prices are subject to change and/or discounts online.

Is there parking?

There is parking and charges apply. Parking is £3.60 for up to 4 hours or £6.90 for up to 12 hours.

When are they open?

They open during school holidays and term time they are open Tuesday – Sunday. For up-to-date opening times and dates please follow this link.

Dog friendly?

Please contact the venue with regards to assistance dogs. Pet dogs are not permitted.

Are they accessible?

Information on accessibility

This is a Guest Post with thanks to Claire from The Ladybird Adventures

Eureka! The National Children's museum
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