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Ulster Transport Museum

153 Bangor Road, Cultra, Holywood, County Down, BT18 0EU

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Ulster Transport Museum celebrates the history of invention and innovation through engineering, design, and technology. Home to one of the most comprehensive transport collections in Europe, explore majestic steam locomotives, Irish built motor cars and vintage motorbikes, and traditional horse-drawn carriages. Uncover the history of ship and aircraft building in Ulster, with historic reading materials on show and a model replica of the Titanic!  

The Museum of Innovation located in the lower galleries celebrates the great innovations of Ulster including the famous DeLorean, Ferguson tractor and the brand new ‘Celtic Wave: A History of Surfing’ exhibition. Visit the Ulster Transport Museum website to browse the fantastic range of exhibitions and events currently on!

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About

Ulster Transport Museum celebrates the history of invention and innovation through engineering, design, and technology. Home to one of the most comprehensive transport collections in Europe, explore majestic steam locomotives, Irish built motor cars and vintage motorbikes, and traditional horse-drawn carriages. Uncover the history of ship and aircraft building in Ulster, with historic reading materials on show and a model replica of the Titanic!  

The Museum of Innovation located in the lower galleries celebrates the great innovations of Ulster including the famous DeLorean, Ferguson tractor and the brand new ‘Celtic Wave: A History of Surfing’ exhibition. Visit the Ulster Transport Museum website to browse the fantastic range of exhibitions and events currently on!

Food & Drink
Our Midland Tearoom is currently closed. However, you can still enjoy hot drinks, snacks and sweet treats from self service machines in our designated seating area among the collections in the Rail Gallery. 

Gift Shop
The main gift shop includes a range of items inspired by our museum.

Accessibility:
We have a limited number of mobility scooters and wheelchairs available for any visitors with additional accessibility needs. These can be booked in advance by emailing info@nationalmuseumsni.org. 

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Facilities

Attraction Facilities

  • Gift Shop
  • Open Sundays

Catering

  • Picnic Area
  • Tea-room/Cafe onsite

Children & Infants

  • Baby changing facilities

Establishment Features

  • Groups catered for
  • Online Booking
  • Toilets
  • Wifi

Parking & Transport

  • On site parking

Payment Methods

  • All major credit/debit cards accepted

Travel & Trade

  • Family Discount

Guide Prices

Ticket TypeTicket Tariff
Adult£12.00 per ticket
Child£7.45 per ticket
Concession£9.45 per ticket
1 Adult & 2 Children or 2 Adults & 1 Child£24.00 per ticket
2 Adults & 2 Children or 1 Adult & 3 Children£29.50 per ticket
2 Adults & 3 Children or 1 Adult & 4 Children£35.00 per ticket
Under 5sFree

We offer 10% discount on the standard adult rate for groups of 15 persons or more. To book a group visit please phone (028) 9042 8428.

Events

Wednesday, 23rd April 2025 - Wednesday, 23rd April 2025

Wednesday, 21st May 2025 - Wednesday, 21st May 2025

Wednesday, 18th June 2025 - Wednesday, 18th June 2025

Wednesday, 23rd July 2025 - Wednesday, 23rd July 2025

Thursday, 21st August 2025 - Thursday, 21st August 2025

Wednesday, 29th October 2025 - Wednesday, 29th October 2025

Behind the Scenes: Transport Store TourBehind the Scenes: Transport Store TourWould you like to get behind the scenes of NI's Transport and Industry Store? See inside this treasure trove of automotive, aeronautic and industrial collections that highlight the social, industrial, and sporting history of this part of the world.
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Opening Times

* March - September
Tuesday to Sunday 10:00 - 17:00
Monday closed (except for Northern Ireland Bank holidays)

October - February
Tuesday to Friday 10:00 - 16:00
Saturday and Sunday 11:00 - 16:00
Monday closed (except for Northern Ireland Bank holidays)

Closed 24th, 25th, 26th & 27th December. Also closed on New Years Day (1st January 2026)

What's Nearby

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    Ballymenoch Park

    A lovely park perfect for families located only a short distance from Holywood.

    0.96 miles away
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    Holywood Priory Church

    Holywood Priory is an intersting and historic site close to the bustling town of Holywood.

    1.4 miles away
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