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Streetlife Museum

Kingston upon Hull, United Kingdom•4.7(3.3k)•Heritage Site, Museum

Journey through 200 years of transport history aboard vintage trams, exploring a recreated 1940s high street and world-changing inventions.

Streetlife Museum offers families an immersive journey through two centuries of transport history in Hull. Visitors can stroll down a meticulously recreated 1940s high street complete with period shops, hop aboard a vintage tram, and discover an impressive collection of historic vehicles ranging from bone-shaking bicycles to steam-powered cars. The museum brings the past to life through authentic sights, sounds, and smells that transport guests back in time. The venue is particularly well-suited for families with children of all ages, from babies and toddlers to school-aged children. Interactive experiences like Museum Trails and hands-on activities keep younger visitors engaged, while the diverse transport collection appeals to history enthusiasts of all ages. The museum features excellent facilities including baby change facilities, accessible toilets, lifts, and wheelchair access, making it convenient for families with pushchairs and accessibility needs. With free admission and extended opening hours throughout the week, Streetlife Museum provides an accessible cultural experience for all visitors. The museum also offers special programmes for schools and learners, community events, and virtual visit options for those unable to visit in person.
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Opening Hours

Monday: 10:00 – 16:30
Tuesday: 10:00 – 16:30
Wednesday: 10:00 – 16:30
Thursday: 10:00 – 16:30
Friday: 10:00 – 16:30
Saturday: 10:00 – 16:30
Sunday: 11:00 – 16:00

Venue Details

Venue Type

Indoor

Typical visit duration

All day

Booking

Walk-in

Recommended ages

0 months (newborn)+

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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Google Reviews

4.7(3.3k reviews)
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Barbara Hick

Barbara Hick

3 weeks ago

Very good, extremely friendly and helpful staff. Beautifully laid out museum with nice displays. Great place to spend a couple of hours.

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Izzie Ward

Izzie Ward

a month ago

The staff are so warm and welcoming, going above and beyond to help me, a disabled, wheelchair user, get to park near by and visit their museum! The exhibits are so detailed and interesting! We will be back again!

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Elisa Winstanley

Elisa Winstanley

3 months ago

We had a very interesting and informative morning visiting the museum! We didn’t really know what to expect, but it surpassed our expectations! There’s plenty of vehicles to look at and some you can go in! We particularly like the carriage simulator which gave us an insight of what it was like to travel in horse and carriage! There’s lots of different sections to explore and lots of memorabilia to see! It’s free entry, but no cafe. So worth bringing a picnic to have in the lovely gardens at the front!

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Kevin Holdaway

Kevin Holdaway

5 months ago

A truly amazing museum full of interesting artefacts, vehicles and street scenes of days gone by. You could spend hours in this place and its free to enter. There is something for everyone and how many people do you hear say: “I remember that” or “I rode on one of those”! There really is too much too much to describe and really recommend a visit. The only criticism is the gift shop is very basic.

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Elizabeth Baker

Elizabeth Baker

9 months ago

This is free to visit and part of the Hull Museum Quarter. There are several old shop interiors, which have been rescued from throughout the city and these have been recreated into a street scene complete with old trams along with exhibitions of other old transport types such as horse carriages and bicycles. Good for all ages.

Reviews last updated: 29 September 2026

Events at Streetlife Museum

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This venue was last updated on 29 September 2026

Frequently asked questions about Streetlife Museum

Is Streetlife Museum free to visit?

Entry to Streetlife Museum is completely free — there are no admission charges, making it a great no-cost option for a family day out.

What ages is Streetlife Museum suitable for?

Streetlife Museum is suitable for visitors of all ages, from babies through to adults.

Is Streetlife Museum dog-friendly?

Yes, dogs are welcome at Streetlife Museum.

Is there parking at Streetlife Museum?

Yes — Streetlife Museum has on-site parking, plus additional parking nearby.

Is there food at Streetlife Museum?

Streetlife Museum doesn't have food on site — bring snacks or grab something nearby.

Is Streetlife Museum pushchair-friendly?

Yes, Streetlife Museum 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 Streetlife Museum?

Streetlife Museum is a full-day experience — plan accordingly.

How do I get to Streetlife Museum by public transport?

Streetlife Museum is well-served by public transport.
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