"I loved the way it was so interactive. You could choose a real person and follow him or her through the years of the war."
"Lots of interesting things on display throughout the ages. I was particularly interested in the temporary exhibition celebrating the rich history of the Gypsy and Traveller Communities."
"Interactive and engaging museum. A perfect place to take children."
"Absolutely loved the Victorian Christmas aspect, and the prison was so dismal and forboding that we walked through fast."
"Highly recommend visiting this museum! They have really done a great job on the displays and information about each exhibit."
"A fabulous trip back in time! Spent about 1.5 to 2 hours exploring this fantastic museum, with so much to see and learn."
"So many interactive things to do and a section for kids to colour and play also half way through."
"There's even costumes to try on at different places, a sweet shop in the Victorian street you can purchase from."
Cons:
"Didn't buy anything from the sweet store which is in the street as the lady was quite grumpy."
"The closest car park is very expensive, I would recommend park and ride."
"One thing I thought was cleverly unique was the distinctive smell of horse manure which was obviously common in Victorian times."
"Unfortunately that entire area smells like urine, like the WHOLE 'street' for some reason. No escaping it."
Value for Money
Pros:
"Good value at £7 and that gives allows access all year. York Children go FREE."
"If you or a family member are benefits you can get in at a heavily reduced rate which is always nice."
"Although it costs £14.50 online/ £16 at the door, the adult ticket is valid for 12 months."
"The museum is accessible with opportunities to explore using different senses."
Cons:
"We went today as two adults and three young people it was £70.55. I do think this is expensive!"
"Absolutely not worth the money they are charging you. 2 adults and child £41 .. few rooms, and piece of street. £20 would be too much."
"It's weird, like if a blind person tried to explain what they thought a museum should be, but all very wrong at the same time."
"The parking was outrageously priced at £6 per two hours, it was crammed and you parked leaving your car at the risk of being damaged."
Educational Value
Pros:
"This is a great place to learn. I'd highly recommend it for adults but also for children."
"A fun day out. Great for adults as well as families. Lots of interesting things on display throughout the ages."
"What a gem of a place to visit to learn about the history of York and indeed you also learn about British and Social History."
"A great museum with plenty to see and learn. Though I'd recommend checking beforehand if all the exhibits are open."
Cons:
"Sadly only part of the museum is accessible at the moment. We were offered a reduced price ticket which is valid for 12 months."
"This was a weird one. Quirky perhaps a better description. Lots to say about it. Where to start…"
"Felt a tiny bit like I’d been tourist-trapped as it wasn’t really a castle either, more of a town hall / old prison."
"I personally love this museum its a really great one for on a rainy day you can take your time and spend all day going round looking at everything."