York Castle Museum FAQ: Visitor Questions Answered

York Castle Museum tickets and prices in York

Ticket costs, discounts, and booking questions

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Can I buy a family ticket for York Castle Museum?

Yes, Family Saver tickets are available. A ticket for 2 adults and 2 children costs £52.00, and a ticket for 2 adults and 3 children costs £61.00. Both options are valid for 12 months.

Who is eligible for free admission at York Castle Museum?

Free admission is available for children under 5, York resident children with valid YO postcode proof, and carers accompanying a paying visitor. Free entry also applies to means-tested benefits claimants, MAX Card holders, asylum seekers, select museum membership networks, and Visit York Pass holders.

What are the ticket prices for York Castle Museum?

Standard adult admission to York Castle Museum is £18.00. Tickets are valid for 12 months, which allows you to pay once and visit for free all year.

Does York Castle Museum offer child tickets or free entry for children?

Children under 5 receive free entry. For children aged 5 to 16, tickets cost £10.80, and under 16s must be accompanied by an adult. York resident children living in YO postcodes under the City of York Council also receive free entry with proof of residency.

Are there student or senior discounts at York Castle Museum?

Yes, York Castle Museum offers discounted tickets at £16.20 for seniors aged 65 and over, as well as students and young people aged 17 to 24. A valid ID is required at entry.

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York Castle Museum opening hours in York

Today’s schedule, weekend times, and closures

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What are the opening hours of York Castle Museum?

York Castle Museum is open from 11:00 to 17:00 on Mondays and from 10:00 to 17:00 Tuesday through Sunday.

York Castle Museum opening hours on weekends

On Saturdays and Sundays, York Castle Museum is open from 10:00 to 17:00.

Is York Castle Museum open on Mondays?

Yes, York Castle Museum is open on Mondays from 11:00 to 17:00.

What time does York Castle Museum close?

York Castle Museum closes at 17:00 every day of the week.

Does York Castle Museum have special opening hours or holiday closures?

There are no special opening hours or holiday closures listed for York Castle Museum at this time.

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Amenities and facilities at York Castle Museum

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Are there accessible toilets at York Castle Museum?

Yes, York Castle Museum has two accessible toilets located on each side of the building. Both are gender neutral and include baby changing facilities.

Does York Castle Museum have a lift for upper floors?

Yes, a lift is located on the right-hand side of the building to provide access to upper floors, including the 1914 exhibition. Access is limited to two wheelchair users at a time due to fire evacuation requirements.

Are assistance dogs allowed in York Castle Museum?

Yes, assistance dogs are permitted in York Castle Museum. Owners should bring their Assistance Dog UK identification book and ensure the animals wear the appropriate tabard or harness.

Where are the standard toilets located at York Castle Museum?

Main toilet facilities at York Castle Museum are located on the ground floor on the Victorian Street and near the Prison Cells.

Is seating available throughout York Castle Museum?

Yes, seating is available around York Castle Museum with rest areas provided throughout the galleries.

Is the main entrance of York Castle Museum step-free?

Yes, the main entrance area of York Castle Museum is fully accessible and the ground floor features ramp access to the Victorian Street.

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How to contact York Castle Museum in York

Support channels and response questions

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What is the York Castle Museum phone number?

The phone number for York Castle Museum is not currently provided in the available records. Please check their official website for direct lines.

Does York Castle Museum have a contact email?

A direct contact email address for York Castle Museum is not publicly listed in our current source data. Visitors are advised to submit inquiries through their online forms.

What is the response time for York Castle Museum customer service?

The expected response time for contacting York Castle Museum is currently unknown as response rate data has not been provided.

How do I contact York Castle Museum?

You can reach York Castle Museum via email, phone, social media, contact forms, or their website, although specific direct addresses and numbers are not currently listed.

How to visit York Castle Museum in York

Step-by-step planning questions before you go

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