Ulster Museum Ulster Museum, Botanic Ct, Belfast BT9 5AB, UK

The Ulster Museum tells the unique human story of this part of Ireland and our collections will take you to all corners of the globe.

The Ulster Museum tells the unique human story of this part of Ireland and our collections will take you to all corners of the globe. Come face to face with dinosaurs, get up close with an Egyptian mummy, dive into our discovery zones, or just enjoy a bite in our café or a wander around the gift shop. Plenty to enjoy and loads to love at the Ulster Museum. And best of all, admission is free.

The Ulster Museum offers something for art lovers, history buffs, excited children, and the curious.

Our collections take you across Ireland and to all corners of the globe. Come face to face with dinosaurs, get up close with an Egyptian mummy, dive into our discovery zones, or just enjoy a bit of peace and quiet at our café and shop.

Plenty to enjoy and loads to love at the Ulster Museum. And best of all, admission is free.

Our permanent galleries showcase our collections and are home to a vast array of art, historical artefacts and specimens from the natural world.  The Ulster Museum’s art collection contains one of the finest collections of Irish art to be found anywhere in the world.  There are also fine collections of sculpture, works on paper, contemporary art, fashion, ceramics, glass, silver and furniture.  The engaging and stimulating history galleries tell the story of the people of Ireland from their first arrival on the island until the present day. The science galleries are a ‘must-see’ for anyone with an interest in the richness and diversity of the natural world.  We also have changing temporary exhibitions for you to enjoy.

Accessibility

Blue Badge parking

We have five dedicated spaces for Blue Badge holders. Access to these spaces is from the Stranmillis Road side. A Blue Badge must be displayed at all time when using one of these parking spaces.

Mobility aids

Wheelchairs and portable stools are available from the Welcome Desk. Please ask a member of staff for assistance. 
There are several lifts, wheelchair lifts and ramps around the Museum.
Mobility scooters are allowed in the Museum but you may not be able to access all the gallery spaces.

Induction loop

Induction loop is available in the Lecture Theatre. Please switch your hearing aid to the 'T' position.

Subtitled videos

A selection of videos within the galleries include English subtitles.

Assistance dogs

Assistance dogs are welcome.

Large print labels

A selection of large print label books are available in the galleries. Please ask a member of staff for assistance.

Magnifying sheets

Magnifying sheets are available in some of the art exhibitions. Please ask a member of staff for assistance.

Access toilets

We have fully accessible toilets on the ground floor and on levels 2 and 4.

Ear defenders for children

We have child-sized ear defenders available for use around the Museum in case of excessive noise. Please ask a member of staff for assistance. There is no need to book.