Torquay Museum

Torquay Museum

Torquay Museum is located in the Devon town of Torquay. Situated in a grade II listed building the museum has numerous galleries including one devoted to the local author Agatha Christie and another to local explorers and Egyptology.

What is there to do at Torquay Museum?

At the museum, you will discover 400 million years of Torbay’s heritage. It is a hands-on family-friendly visitor attraction with lots to see and do for children and adults.

Children aged 3-8 years can borrow Explorer helmets and backpacks full of things inside to help them discover more about the museum . There are also sensory backpacks and family-friendly trails for older children that are changed regularly.

Families will love the Time Ark tunnel, fossil activities and their chill-out sensory play zone. Other fun things to do include brass rubbings, there’s an interactive Curse of the Mummy’s hand game and a crawl tunnel with secret objects. You will travel back in time inside an Old Devon farmhouse and more.

Further Information Torquay Museum

Is there food and drink available?

There is a cafe serving food and drinks.

What are the main things to do?

A hands-on family-friendly visitor attraction with lots to see and do for children and adults. There are toilets and a cafe.

What are the ticket prices?

Adults are £9, children aged 3-16 £4.50 and children under the age of 3 are free.

Is there parking?

There is parking nearby and charges apply.

When are they open?

Torquay Museum is open for most of the year, they are closed on Fridays, Sundays and Mondays. For up-to-date opening times and dates please visit their website.