Birmingham Museum and Gallery
Birmingham, West Midlands · ★ 4.5 · 14,151 visitor reviews
Birmingham, B3 3DH

About
Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery offers families across the West Midlands exceptional art and historical collections in the heart of England second city. This indoor museum welcomes young children, older kids, and teenagers with onsite parking nearby, an onsite cafe, toilet facilities, and wheelchair accessible galleries throughout. Located in Birmingham city centre, the museum houses world-renowned Pre-Raphaelite paintings, ancient artifacts, and diverse collections spanning centuries of human creativity and history.
Children discover everything from Egyptian mummies to contemporary art. For families seeking museums in Birmingham or cultural days out in the West Midlands with children, this museum delivers outstanding free cultural experiences. The combination of varied collections, family activities, and city centre location makes Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery an essential destination for families wanting enriching cultural engagement.
Good for: older children, teenagers, young children
Categories
Facilities
- Onsite Parking
- Toilets
- Cafe
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Accessible Entrance
- Contactless Payment
Prices
Opening times
Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Common questions
Is Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery free to visit?
Yes, the museum offers free entry to its permanent collections. This makes it a fantastic budget-friendly cultural day out for families.
What are the opening hours for Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery?
The museum is open every day from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. It is located in Birmingham city centre.
Is Birmingham Museum suitable for children?
Yes, the museum welcomes young children, older children, and teenagers. Children can discover everything from Egyptian mummies to contemporary art.
Does Birmingham Museum have a cafe?
Yes, there is a cafe on site for refreshments. Toilets and wheelchair accessible galleries are available throughout.
What can families see at Birmingham Museum?
Families can explore world-renowned Pre-Raphaelite paintings, ancient artifacts, and diverse collections spanning centuries of human creativity. There is nearby parking available.
What families say
14151 reviews