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Canterbury Roman Museum

Subterranean museum with displays of jewellery and mosaics around an excavated Roman house.

11A Longmarket, Butchery Ln, Canterbury CT1 2JR, United Kingdom
📞 +44 1227 785575

Accessibility

  • Assisted listening devices
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park

Amenities

  • Good for kids
  • Toilets
  • Restaurant

Crowd

  • Family friendly

The Canterbury Roman Museum in Canterbury, United Kingdom is a must-see for anyone interested in the history of the Roman Empire. Located in the heart of the city, the museum offers a unique insight into the city’s past as a major Roman settlement.

The museum is home to a wealth of artefacts from the Roman period, including pottery, coins, tools and jewellery. There is also a large collection of sculptures and mosaics, providing a vivid insight into the art and culture of the Roman Empire. Visitors can explore the museum’s interactive displays and learn about the city’s history through the artefacts on display.

The museum also houses a reconstruction of a Roman house, which visitors can explore and learn about the everyday life of the Romans. There is also a recreated Roman garden, complete with plants and herbs, which visitors can explore and learn about the Romans’ use of plants and herbs.

The museum also hosts a range of special exhibitions and events throughout the year. These include talks and lectures, workshops and family activities, as well as a range of temporary exhibitions. The museum also houses a number of famous artworks, including the famous mosaic of the Roman Emperor Constantine, which is on display in the museum’s entrance hall.

The Canterbury Roman Museum is a must-see for anyone interested in the history of the Roman Empire. With its fascinating collection of artefacts, interactive displays and special exhibitions, the museum provides a unique insight into the city’s Roman past. Visitors can explore the museum’s interactive displays and learn about the city’s history through the artefacts on display, as well as viewing the famous artworks and mosaics. The museum also hosts a range of special events and exhibitions throughout the year, providing an engaging and educational experience for all ages.

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5 stars

We only found this museum by the off chance of walking past it today while shopping around Canterbury! It's great. My 7 year old thoroughly enjoyed it. There was a dressing up section where you could wear costumes and helmets. They also had a coin making event on where you could stamp your own coin. Very educational. We spent about an hour here and will definitely be going to back again to have a proper read of things when we have more time.

5 stars

How had we not been here before? Lovely little museum, fun for kids, interactive, and right under your feet in the centre of Canterbury. Pram friendly and small gift shop.

5 stars

The Roman museum is definitely 5* experience, £9.60p adult entrance £7 OAP.