Verulamium Museum
About
The Verulamium Museum, located in the historic heart of St Albans, offers visitors an immersive journey into everyday life in Roman Britain. Housed in the ruins of the ancient town’s forum, the museum showcases an impressive array of mosaics, pottery, jewellery, and statues, telling stories of Roman society, trade, and art. Interactive galleries for children, free activity sheets, and scheduled gallery talks bring the past to life in engaging ways. Visitors can explore reconstructed Roman rooms, admire the intricate mosaic floors, and discover the famous hypocaust—a Roman underground heating system—just outside the museum grounds. With spacious, wheelchair‑accessible galleries and a welcoming shop, the museum is an ideal destination for families, history lovers, and school groups alike.
Highlights
- Mosaic Gallery
- Reconstructed Roman Room
- Hypocaust
- Family Activity Area
Must-See Areas
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Best time to visit
Late spring to early autumn, when the weather is mild and visitor numbers are manageable
At a glance
- Typical visit: about 3 hours
Tickets & pricing
Adult
£10.00
Child (under 16)
£5.00
Under 5
£0.00
Family (2 adults + 2 children or 1 adult + up to 4 children)
£23.00
Concession (60+ or students with ID)
£6.00