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Brighton Museum & Art Gallery

Brighton and Hove, United Kingdom•4.4(1.6k)•Art Gallery, Museum

Explore diverse art collections and cultural exhibitions in a family-friendly museum setting with interactive learning programs for all ages.

Brighton Museum & Art Gallery showcases an extensive range of artworks, historical artifacts, and cultural collections spanning multiple periods and styles. Visitors can discover curated exhibitions, permanent collections, and rotating displays that appeal to both art enthusiasts and casual visitors. The venue offers dedicated learning programs for families, including school groups, home educators, and young people, with special initiatives like the Baby Pavilion for early years visitors and Creative Communities workshops for small groups. The museum provides an educational and inspiring environment where children aged 5 and above can engage with art and history through interactive experiences. With accessible facilities including pushchair-friendly spaces and food options available on-site, the museum creates a welcoming atmosphere for families to spend quality time together while exploring Brighton's rich cultural heritage.
OFFICIAL WEBSITE

Opening Hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 10:00 – 17:00
Wednesday: 10:00 – 17:00
Thursday: 10:00 – 17:00
Friday: 10:00 – 17:00
Saturday: 10:00 – 17:00
Sunday: 10:00 – 17:00

Venue Details

Venue Type

Indoor

Typical visit duration

All day

Booking

Walk-in

Recommended ages

5 years+

What this place offers

ToiletsToilets
Public transportPublic transport nearby
Accessible toilets
Free WiFi
Baby changingBaby changing facilities
Food available
On-site parking
🐕Dog-friendly
Parking nearby
Pushchair friendlyPushchair friendly
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4.4(1.6k reviews)
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Christa Schwägerl

Christa Schwägerl

a month ago

I visited the museum on a rainy day, and it was a decent experience—mostly thanks to the Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition. I think the human evolution gallery makes the museum very interesting for families. To be honest, though, I don't feel the need to go back. Even though the ticket price is reasonable—especially since the right ticket allows you to revisit for free for a whole year—it just didn't fully win me over.

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Paul Martinez

Paul Martinez

a month ago

Great museum. Well worth a visit. Interesting captions and display in main hall at ground level. One of the best prehistoric people exhibition in a small gallery with lots of video and several locally discovered funeral displays. Upstairs, there's a temporary exhibit of Wildlife Photography of the Year and LGBT+ displays, together with a stimulating exhibit on the colour blue. Admission is £10.50 per adult, but ticket is valid for a year and there may be deals on Groupon.

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Will Mudie

Will Mudie

4 months ago

We went to Brighton to take the kids to see a play so went to the pavilion the museum. It was a really great space which I’d never been to before. Amazing to think that it was once the stables for the pavilion. The exhibitions are really well thought out & designed for all the members of the family. Loads of things for the kids to do & definitely worth going to

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Josh Scott

Josh Scott

9 months ago

A good place to go with potential to be better. What I loved about the Brighton museum is it's variety of historical and local lore which presented the opportunity to cover the very basics (such as the Egyptian exhibit). It was really great to see not only a diverse history of Brighton & Hove, but also that members of staff had the opportunity to express their own creative passions here which gave it's own merit of exploration. Although not to my personal taste, the current mod exhibition served it's purpose well. The passion and protest exhibit was also a great addition and I will be using the insights I have gained to form part of my practice development in the equality and diversity module of my formal apprenticeship. What was disappointing, was the amount of fashion displays. The mod exhibition followed by a Ben Sherman takeover had overtaken a significant amount of the museum. I think that if they had been spread out separately or combined into the backspace that the Mod exhibition was in it would have been enough. I do hope with the rotation of exhibits on offer come January we will see less of similarity and a more diverse range of exhibitions on offer.

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Paul Ciprian

Paul Ciprian

2 years ago

Located near the Royal Pavilion, in a building with beautiful, special architecture. Not very big, you need about an hour to visit it. It has several sections, but not very large. The most interesting seemed to me to be the one dedicated to ancient Egypt (although small), and the one with archaeological discoveries from the Brighton area. During my visit, they also exhibited a self-portrait of Rembrandt, borrowed from the National Gallery in London.

Reviews last updated: 29 September 2026

Events at Brighton Museum & Art Gallery

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This venue was last updated on 29 September 2026

Frequently asked questions about Brighton Museum & Art Gallery

Is Brighton Museum & Art Gallery free to visit?

Brighton Museum & Art Gallery is a paid attraction — see the official website for current ticket prices.

What ages is Brighton Museum & Art Gallery suitable for?

Brighton Museum & Art Gallery is best for children aged 5 and up.

Is Brighton Museum & Art Gallery dog-friendly?

Dogs are not permitted at Brighton Museum & Art Gallery.

Is there parking at Brighton Museum & Art Gallery?

Brighton Museum & Art Gallery doesn't have on-site parking, but parking is available nearby.

Is there food at Brighton Museum & Art Gallery?

Yes, food is available on site at Brighton Museum & Art Gallery.

Is Brighton Museum & Art Gallery pushchair-friendly?

Yes, Brighton Museum & Art Gallery is pushchair, pram and buggy friendly — most areas are step-free so you can navigate easily with little ones in tow.

How long should we plan to spend at Brighton Museum & Art Gallery?

Brighton Museum & Art Gallery is a full-day experience — plan accordingly.

How do I get to Brighton Museum & Art Gallery by public transport?

Brighton Museum & Art Gallery is well-served by public transport.

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