Tullie House Museum
Tullie House Museum is a national museum & exhibition in Cumbria, England. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.
| Price | Adult £8.50 · Child £0 · Family £17 Checked on the official page: adult day ticket £8.50 (or £16 annual pass); under-18s free. The Border Galleries, Costume Gallery and Wildlife Dome are closed for redevelopment until summer 2027. |
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| Opening times | Galleries Mon-Sat 10am-4pm, Sun 11am-4pm. |
| Best time to go | Any day; pair with Carlisle Castle. |
| School holiday tip | Early July is the sweet spot for Scottish families: English/Welsh schools stay in until about 20-23 July. Late August is the English/Welsh peak, so choose Tue-Thu and arrive at opening. Indoor venue: wet half-term days cause surges; check the forecast. |
| Best ages | Most suit about 5-12; free places suit short visits with younger children All ages. |
| If it rains | Mostly indoors: wet days tend to be busiest |
| Parking | No car park of its own; Castle Car Park, Devonshire Walk (CA3 8AN). (Not stated) |
| Food | Café Tullie Mon-Sat 9.30am-4.30pm, Sun 10.30am-4pm. |
| Money saver | Many are free, so budget for parking and food only; go for 2 hours, not all day. |
| Top tips | Carlisle museum with Roman and Border Reivers galleries; children often free. |
| What to pack | Snacks, water bottle, pram or carrier, wipes |
Details checked against the official website on 23 Oct 2026. Venue website or source
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