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Event:Summer of Fun at National Museum Cardiff

National Museum Cardiff

Information

Summer 2026
Cost Varied
Suitability All

Where art, science and imagination meet.

Our museums are free to enter and open to everyone, making them places to visit again and again over the summer. There’s always something new to explore, and endless opportunities to create memories with family, friends or enjoy on your own.

Start your Summer of Fun with us and see where it takes you.

Take a look at our summer events below

Tickets

Date Time slots available
11 August 2026 All Day View Tickets
12 August 2026 All Day View Tickets
13 August 2026 All Day View Tickets
14 August 2026 All Day View Tickets
15 August 2026 All Day View Tickets
16 August 2026 All Day View Tickets
18 August 2026 All Day View Tickets
19 August 2026 All Day View Tickets
20 August 2026 All Day View Tickets
21 August 2026 All Day View Tickets

Plan your visit

 Admission

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​.

 Opening Hours

Until Sunday 30 August 2026

Monday Closed
Tuesday 10 am–5 pm
Wednesday 10 am–5 pm
Thursday 10 am–5 pm
Friday 10 am–5 pm
Saturday 10 am–5 pm
Sunday 10 am–5 pm
galleries close at 4:45pm

From Monday 31 August 2026

Monday 10 am–5 pm
Tuesday 10 am–5 pm
Wednesday 10 am–5 pm
Thursday 10 am–5 pm
Friday 10 am–5 pm
Saturday 10 am–5 pm
Sunday 10 am–5 pm

Open on bank holidays, except Christmas

 Accessibility

If you prefer to visit when we’re less crowded, there are usually fewer people on our site from 3pm each day.

Access Guide

 Parking

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.

Visiting by public transport, bike or foot?

You can plan your journey using the Traveline Cymru website or by calling their helpline on 0800 464 0000.

 Eat, Drink, Shopping

  • The Museum café in the Main Hall is open every day 10am-4pm offering a range of drinks and snacks.

 Location

 Multifaith Room

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.

 Site map

Site Map

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