Eureka Halifax

Eureka! The National Children's Museum    

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Eureka! isn't like other museums. Eureka! is an extraordinary fun-packed day out for kids aged 0-11. It has six unique zones to discover, each filled with hundreds of interactive exhibits …
Eureka! isn't like other museums. Eureka! is an extraordinary fun-packed day out for kids aged 0-11. It has six unique zones to discover, each filled with hundreds of interactive exhibits designed to inspire inquisitive minds to find out about themselves and the world around them. Based in Halifax, next to the main railway station, Eureka! is the UK's only national children's museum. Since it opened in 1992, Eureka! has brought smiles to the faces of more than 7m visitors. Eureka! is an educational charity.

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Oct 30, 2024
Once again a family trip (four adults and kids between 4-14) - this place was easy to find and has good parking facilities. Also has good access. The kids, all ages, had a fantastic time and the who… Full review by Nick C
Oct 24, 2024
Nah was so excited to be coming back again after 17 yrs ! Lost the plot? It’s now apparently a charity? Having not been here in years was disappointing! Back in the day you could spend a full 5-6 ho… Full review by TonyMartinBradford
Sep 8, 2024
We really enjoyed the relaxed SEN day at the centre. Numbers were limited to keep it quieter which made it really enjoyable for our Autistic and ADHD needs. The level of understanding and acceptanc… Full review by Anne-Marie M

Questions & answers

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Are there any storage lockers? We're coming on the train, don't really want to carry all our belongings around the museum.
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I believe that there are several storage lockers available at Eureka ( or Myreka as our grandson, Luca, calls it). I am almost certain that these are located close to the reception area, …
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I believe that there are several storage lockers available at Eureka ( or Myreka as our grandson, Luca, calls it). I am almost certain that these are located close to the reception area, however, please, please confirm this with the staff of the attraction as the lockers may no longer in service due to, let’s just say, issues. I hope that you enjoy your visit.
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Can you go back out to the car for your packed lunch once you have entered the building? Or do you have to carry all …
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Can you go back out to the car for your packed lunch once you have entered the building? Or do you have to carry all your things around with you all day?
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Alex covered most of your question just to add you can eat your own food in the cafe area or outside on the picnic tables. When we went they also had a marquee outside if raining where …
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Alex covered most of your question just to add you can eat your own food in the cafe area or outside on the picnic tables. When we went they also had a marquee outside if raining where again you can have your picnic, Have a great visit.
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Price of entry?
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£13.95 I think. You can make your ticket valid for a year though
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Hello, What is the size of the museum? Thanks
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There are two floors packed with activities for tots to 11/12 yr olds and a large cafe and shop. Also an outside area with large sand pit and eating/picnic area.
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Is there anywhere available to eat a packed lunch?
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There’s also a train carriage outside the gift shop which you can sit in to eat your lunch.
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When is Eureka! open?
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