Museums & Galleries · Sheffield
The National Videogame Museum
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- Over 100 playable exhibits from retro arcades to modern consoles
- Made In Sheffield exhibit on the city's game development history
- Monument Valley Trilogy showcase celebrating the puzzle series
- Workshops on how games are made and games careers
- Halloween-themed games, crafts and family activities in October half-term
The National Videogame Museum in Sheffield is the UK's only museum dedicated solely to videogames, with over 100 playable exhibits ranging from retro arcade machines to modern consoles. You can explore exhibitions such as Made In Sheffield and Monument Valley: The Trilogy, join workshops on how games are made, and discover careers in the industry. It's family-friendly, though children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult, and there's no café on site, so plan to eat nearby. The museum is open Thursday to Sunday and daily during Sheffield school holidays. Based in Sheffield, Yorkshire, it's just 0.4 miles from Sheffield station, with 36 bookable places to stay within 5 miles if you're planning an overnight visit.
Practical details
- Open
- Thursday to Sunday, daily in Sheffield school holidays
- Booking
- Advance booking recommended, tickets also available on the door
- Accessibility
- On-premise accessibility information available; environment described in reviews only (not
- Best for
- Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult
From the attraction's own website on 21 Oct 2026 — check before you travel.
Facilities
- ✓ Amusements
- ✓ Disabled Access
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🚆 Or come by train
- Sheffield 0.4 miles
- Darnall 2.2 miles
- Meadowhall 3.1 miles
Straight-line distances · live departures on each station page