Eureka! The National Children's Museum

A really great day out for the kids. We visited on New Year’s Eve and it wasn’t too busy. I’d recommend allowing at least four hours for a first visit - with two children, we weren’t able to cover all the areas in three hours. The good thing is the ticket includes an Annual Pass, so we can go back and complete what we missed. Parking isn’t free (£4 for three hours), but card payments are accepted. There isn’t a dedicated prayer room; however, there is a quiet room which staff are happy to open for you on request. Well worth a visit!

visited Eureka! in Halifax as a family of two adults and a two-year-old, and this was our first visit. We paid £60 in total for annual passes, which cover both Eureka! Halifax and Eureka! and Discover in the Wirral. As all the centres charge a similar price for a single visit, the annual pass is a great bonus — it means you could literally visit every day if you wanted, making it excellent value for money. Parking costs £4 for three hours, which is the shortest parking option available. Even with an annual pass, you do need to pay the £4 parking fee each time you visit. That said, there is a very large car park with plenty of spaces, which made arrival easy. We visited on a weekend public holiday, and it was extremely busy, even though the weather wasn’t great. There was only a one to two minute wait at reception before we were allowed in. The receptionist was very friendly and accommodating, and as it was our first visit, they took the time to explain everything properly rather than rushing us through, which we really appreciated. Compared to the Wirral site, there is much more to do at the Halifax Eureka. Because it was so busy, I can imagine that children with additional needs might find it overwhelming; however, this was expected given that it was a public holiday weekend. There is a huge range of interactive activities suitable for a wide span of ages, from infants right through to early teenagers. There really is something for everyone. Food and drink options include a café serving hot drinks, ice creams, and small snacks, as well as a larger café/restaurant area that also functions as a gift shop selling toys and souvenirs. One thing I found interesting was the contrast between the museum’s strong focus on sustainability and science, and the gift shop at the end selling cheaply manufactured plastic toys. Overall, it’s an engaging, educational, and well-run attraction with plenty to keep children entertained, particularly if you’re making good use of the annual pass.

An absolutely amazing day out for the whole family! Eureka! The National Children’s Museum is truly fantastic. From the moment we arrived, everything was spotlessly clean, well organised, and clearly designed with children and families in mind. The museum is packed with engaging, hands-on activities that keep children entertained for hours, it’s genuinely fun for all ages, from toddlers to older children (and even adults!). The staff are incredibly friendly, welcoming, and helpful, and a special mention has to go to the café staff, who were exceptionally accommodating and understanding around allergies. What really sets Eureka apart is the excellent value for money. The pay once and visit as many times as you like for a full year is unbeatable and makes it such a stress free option for repeat visits (more so if you dont live too far away) If you’re looking for a place that combines learning, fun, and fantastic value in a safe, clean, and welcoming environment, Eureka! is an absolute must-visit. We’ll definitely be coming back again and again!

Amazing place, so much to do and see, we only had a few hours in between travel.plans but loved it. Great mix of activities and ways to play and learn and appreciated them having picnic areas inside as well! Cafe was reasonably priced too, and the coffee and cake we had delicious. We'll be back, thanks!

It is beautiful, interactive, smart and a learning space for children and adults. Make sure the adults have patience and the kids had a nap :)) There are endless activities!! The museum is right at the exit of the train station. There are picnic areas inside and out for own food, there is a cafe to buy warm/cold food, drinks and even ice cream. There’s also a sand pit outside. You can go in and out if you want, they will stamp your hand.