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Swansea Museum

πŸ“ Maritime Quarter, Wales

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β˜…4.6(867 Google reviews)

Best for toddlers and early-primary children who want a short, free museum visit built around a genuine Egyptian mummy and plenty to spot along the way.

βœ“ Free entryβœ“ Egyptian mummy highlightβœ“ Kids' activitiesβœ“ Local and maritime history

πŸ† Funzaroo Verdict

The draw here is a genuine Egyptian mummy and sarcophagus inside a free, compact museum you can see in an hour or two - an easy win with toddlers and early-primary children, who get a scavenger hunt, dress-up and a puppet corner to burn through. Worth weighing that it can run warm inside, so dress light and keep visits relaxed.

ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go

πŸ’‘Point children towards the scavenger hunt and the mouse-finding activity to keep them engaged
⏰Head up the stairs to find the mummy and sarcophagus, the collection's highlight
🎟️Dress in layers, as it can get warm inside
πŸš—Allow roughly an hour or two to see it comfortably

πŸ’¬ What Families Are Saying

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β€œFree. It's amazing that this place costs nothing to enter and features so many interesting exhibits. There's a sarcophagus, located at the top of the stairs, for your love and enjoyment. There's a room filled with fine examples of pottery from various eras. If you like taxidermy, have they got a treat in store for you: Taxidermy. This museum is compact, calm, cosy and c-educational. There's a book nook too, which stocks a small but interesting selection of books for you to buy if you're that way inclined. Well worth a visit if you're in town and have the urge for facts.”

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β€œA fantastic way to spend a few hours in Swansea. The museum is packed with interesting local history and maritime exhibits, but you definitely have to see the mummy, it’s the highlight of the collection! The staff were very helpful and knowledgeable, answering all our questions. Plus, it’s free entry, making it a great budget-friendly activity. Highly recommended for families and history buffs alike.”

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Briony Larter

6 months ago

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β€œWe adventured to the museum today and had a fab time! My boys of 2 and 4 had a great adventure doing the scavenger hunt! Lots to look at! Also it had a range of dress up clothes a puppet show corner and Create your own stories. great to see some step stools for the kids dotted around also. Really lovely museum. The staff are super friendly and it took us around 1 hour. Definitely recommend!”

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Overview

Small enough to see in a morning, with a sarcophagus waiting at the top of the stairs and a scavenger hunt that keeps busy hands occupied. Little ones gravitate to the dress-up clothes and the puppet corner, while the Welsh and maritime exhibits give parents something to linger over. Easy to reach from the bus station, with pram access and a car park if you drive.

πŸ• Opening Hours

MondayClosed
Tuesday10:00-16:30
Wednesday10:00-16:30
Thursday10:00-16:30
Friday10:00-16:30
Saturday10:00-16:30
Sunday10:00-16:30

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