Explore 800 years of maritime history through immersive galleries, remarkable objects and powerful personal stories in this iconic 1871 building.

Hull Maritime Museum, housed in the historic Dock Offices building that opened in 1871, invites visitors to set sail through eight centuries of maritime heritage. The museum opened to the public in 1975 and has since welcomed thousands of guests eager to discover Hull's rich seafaring past. Entry is completely free, with advance booking recommended to avoid queues during peak times, though walk-up entry is available daily. Visitors can immerse themselves in carefully curated galleries featuring remarkable objects and compelling personal stories that bring Hull's maritime legacy to life. The museum offers special activities and experiences throughout the year, with some requiring separate ticketing available on the day. These engaging programs make the venue particularly appealing for families, children and young people seeking interactive learning opportunities. The venue is well-equipped for family visits with comprehensive facilities including a café, baby change facilities, accessible toilets with hoists, lifts, and Changing Places facilities. Located at Queen Victoria Square, the museum operates Monday to Saturday 10am-4:30pm and Sunday 11am-4pm, remaining closed only during specific holiday periods. The accessible, inclusive environment combined with free admission makes this an ideal destination for families of all ages wanting to explore Hull's seafaring history.

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What this place offers

Toilets

Public transport nearby

Accessible toilets

Free WiFi

Baby changing facilities

Food available

On-site parking

🐕Dog-friendly

Parking nearby

Pushchair friendly

☕ Food & Drink

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Paul Terry

4 weeks ago

It has really changed from the way I remember it for the better the whole family enjoyed the experience polite and friendly staff will recommend to friends and family.

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Karen

7 years ago

Great history & education of many working ships, from fishing, war , docks , pirates, etc ,this museum used to be the old docks offices before they redirected the rivers . Volunteers there are very knowledgeable of area & great to chat too.

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G Lee

7 years ago

We found it really interesting and our little boy loved looking at all the exhibits 😊

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phil t

8 years ago

It's been a number of years since I last visited and enjoyed it just as much. Really good insite to the city's past Martine history. There is two floors of interesting exhibit.

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Sharukh Sami

9 years ago

A quaint but one-of-the-kind museum set in UK's cultural city. An ode to the city's whaling past, this museum is one of the unexpected gems that I've come across during my travels. This museum is located centrally in Hull and hard to miss. It has two floors packed with myriad objects- from gunny sacks used for packing flour, accurate models of maritime vessels, paintings, Whaling harpoons, a blubber pot and more interesting things. It is well curated and makes for an interesting hour or two to learn about this city's vibrant past. Don't miss it if you are visiting Hull.

Reviews last updated: 29 September 2026