York Castle Museum Map (2017)
Step into the past with the most up-to-date York Castle Museum Map.
York Castle Museum is a historical museum in York, England, located on the site of the former York Castle. It features recreated Victorian streets, period rooms, and exhibitions on social history, fashion, and crime and punishment. The museum also includes parts of the old prison, adding to its immersive historical experience.
From Kirkgate’s recreated Victorian street to the eerie Cells beneath the former prison, this guide helps you plan every step. Stop by the 1914 sweet shop replica or make time for the Toy Stories gallery.
Whether you’re mapping out your morning or aiming to find the Shaping the Body exhibition first, this layout keeps everything in reach—before your feet even hit the cobbles.
York Castle Museum Map 2017
The York Castle Museum map from 2017 shows the museum spread across two main historic prison buildings: the Debtors’ Prison and the Female Prison, linked by modern galleries. Key areas include the recreated Victorian street “Kirkgate,” Toy Stories gallery, Sixties gallery, period rooms, the Cells, and Raindale Mill in the museum grounds. The map also highlights entrances, visitor facilities, and themed exhibition spaces, providing a clear route for exploring the museum’s diverse social history displays.
Printable York Castle Museum Map PDF 2017
FAQ
Is the York Castle Museum worth a visit?
Yes, York Castle Museum is widely regarded as worth visiting for its immersive exhibits, reconstructed Victorian street, engaging displays, and interactive experiences for all ages. Visitors consistently praise the museum’s variety, historical depth, and value for money, with tickets valid for 12 months and highlights including Kirkgate, the Sixties, and the York Castle Prison.
Why is York Castle famous?
York Castle is famous for its rich and turbulent history as a Norman fortress, royal mint, administrative center, and later as a notorious prison. Its most iconic feature, Clifford’s Tower, stands as a symbol of York’s medieval power, and the site has played pivotal roles in events such as the 1190 Jewish massacre, royal administration during the Scottish wars, and the English Civil War.
What is the secrets of dress at York Castle Museum?
“Secrets of Dress” is a refreshed exhibition at York Castle Museum that explores 500 years of clothing, textiles, and accessories from the Middle Ages to the 21st century. The exhibition reveals the social history behind garments, showcasing items from 400-year-old sequins to WWII utility shoes, and features locally made fashions and stories about York’s makers, with opportunities for visitors to see, touch, and try recreated costumes.
How much does it cost to get into the York Castle Museum?
Admission to York Castle Museum is £17 for adults, £10.20 for children (ages 5–16), and £15.30 for students and young people (ages 17–24), with various concessions and free entry for York resident children, under 5s, and eligible groups. Tickets are valid for 12 months from purchase.
