Museums & Galleries · York
York Army Museum
📍 YO1 9SB
Photo: Robin Sones (CC BY-SA 2.0), via Wikimedia Commons
- Collections of the Prince of Wales's Own Regiment and Royal Dragoon Guards
- Over 300 years of British military history on display
- After-hours Twilight Tours of dimmed, atmospheric galleries
- Tanks! interactive game popular with families
- Educational activities for learners of all ages
York Army Museum, in York city centre, houses the collections of the Prince of Wales's Own Regiment of Yorkshire and the Royal Dragoon Guards, spanning over 300 years of British military history, alongside the collection of the modern Royal Yorkshire Regiment. Visitors can explore galleries of weapons, uniforms and medals, take part in the family-popular Tanks! game, or join an atmospheric after-hours Twilight Tour, where dimmed galleries and illuminated display cases bring objects and personal stories into sharp focus. The museum's Learning Team also runs educational activities for all ages. It suits history enthusiasts, families and those seeking a quieter evening visit. Located in York, Yorkshire, with York station just 0.5 miles away, it sits well for a stay nearby, with 177 bookable places to stay within 5 miles on BritStays.
Practical details
- Booking
- Pre-booking essential for Twilight Tours, online or at reception
- Best for
- Twilight Tours suitable for ages 10 and above
- Time needed
- Twilight Tours last 45 minutes
From the attraction's own website on 3 Oct 2026 — check before you travel.
Facilities
- ✓ Disabled Access
- ✓ Guided Tours
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