The best museums in Halifax in September 2025

These are the top 5 best museums in Halifax, England, ranked by their rating and popularity in 2025. Click a museum for more information about the museum, including visitor information, exhibitions and reviews.

For a complete overview of museums in Halifax, their exhibitions and discount cards & passes, see our overview page with all museums in Halifax.

Looking for the best museums in Halifax? These are the best ones:

  1. Eureka! The National Children's Museum1

    Eureka! The National Children's Museum

     Halifax
    Eureka! The National Children's Museum, located in Halifax, West Yorkshire, England, is an interactive educational institution that emphasizes learning through play. This museum is designed to provide a fun and engaging environment where children can explore and learn.
  2. Shibden Hall2

    Shibden Hall

     Halifax
    Shibden Hall is a historic house of significant importance, listed as Grade II*. It is situated in a public park in Shibden, West Yorkshire, England. This location offers visitors the opportunity to explore not only the historic house but also the surrounding park.
  3. Bankfield Museum3

    Bankfield Museum

     Halifax
    Bankfield Museum, located in Boothtown, Halifax, England, is a Grade II listed historic house museum. It incorporates a regimental museum and a textiles gallery, offering a diverse range of exhibits for visitors to explore. The museum is notable for its grand interior and its past ownership by Colonel Edward Akroyd, a Member of Parliament.
  4. The Duke of Wellington’s Regimental Museum4

    The Duke of Wellington’s Regimental Museum

     Halifax
    Bankfield Museum, located in Boothtown, Halifax, England, is a Grade II listed historic house museum. It incorporates a regimental museum and a textiles gallery, offering a diverse range of exhibits for visitors to explore. The museum is notable for its rich history and grand interior, making it a fascinating destination for those interested in architecture, history, and textiles.
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    Heritage Interpretation and Visitor Centre

     Halifax
    The Calderdale Industrial Museum, located in the town of Halifax, West Yorkshire, England, is a testament to the area's industrial heritage. The museum is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the industrial history of the region, making it a significant destination for those interested in understanding the industrial past of Halifax.

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