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We’re inviting you to experience Luke Jerram’s 7-metre-wide sun sculpture and wander through the galleries to enjoy world-class art and natural history, before heading out to view the solar eclipse around 7pm.
Once the sun has set, you’re invited to return to the museum to experience Helios after dark. . Whether you’re heading out for post-work drinks, or enjoying a day out with friends and family, our café bar will be serving a range of drinks all evening, so you can relax and soak up the atmosphere under the sun. Tickets are free, but must be booked in advance as capacity is limited. If you want to stay for the whole day, you will need to book both a daytime and an evening ticket. Please note that the museum will be closed between 5pm and 6pm, whilst we prepare for the evening.
The solar eclipse will start in the UK at 6.17pm and end at 8.07pm. The maximum eclipse will be at 7.13pm. The sun won’t be visible from the front of the museum so, if you want to stay nearby, we’d recommend viewing it from Alexandra Gardens, just next to the museum.
Free Entry
Amgueddfa Cymru belongs to everyone, and admission to the Museum is free thanks to funding from the Welsh Government.
Booking a free day ticket in advance will ensure you receive key information and updates before your visit, helping you to make the most of your experience.
Admission is free, however a charge may apply for some exhibitions, events and activities.
Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. For safety reasons, we reserve the right to conduct bag searches when entering the Museum.
Open on bank holidays, except Christmas
If you prefer to visit when we’re less crowded, there are usually fewer people on our site from 3pm each day.
A visitor car park is situated behind the Museum, off Museum Avenue. Parking costs £6.50 and can be paid at the parking machines in the car park.
Parking is free to blue badge holders. Disabled parking is also available at the front of the Museum, on Gorsedd Gardens Road.
You can plan your journey using the Traveline Cymru website or by calling their helpline on 0800 464 0000.
Reserve time in National Museum Cardiff's multifaith room.
This is a clean and quiet area for reflection, contemplation, and worship.
Please be aware that this space may be shared with other members of the public and must be kept clean.
Privacy screens are available if required.
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