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As we install our new Special Exhibitions gallery, there will be some building work noise in the museum from Tuesday 21 to Friday 24 January.
We will be open as usual and look forward to welcoming you.

Royal Armouries Museum Leeds

Royal Armouries Museum Leeds building

Welcome to the National Museum of Arms and Armour.

A fun and free place to visit in Leeds, West Yorkshire. 

Explore thousands of cool items from the past to the present day. These include Japanese samurai armour and swords, famous movie props, the armours of Henry VIII, and even a huge armour for an Indian war elephant.

Check out our daily live shows and fight demonstrations that make history come to life.

Discover how our collection changed history and affected people's lives.

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Book online

Free entry

Opening Times

Term-time: 6 January to 14 February
Open Tuesday to Sunday
10am to 5pm

School Holiday: 15 February to 23 February
Open daily
10am to 5pm

Getting here

Armouries Drive 
Leeds 
LS10 1LT 
United Kingdom

Plan your visit

We have compiled a list of the most frequently asked questions (FAQs) to help you plan your visit.

Advance booking online is recommended to guarantee entry, particularly at weekends and during the school holidays.

Book Tickets for 5 November 2024 to 14 February 2025

Young people aged 15 and under must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times

More information on visitor behaviour and guidance.

Of course you don't need to book if you just want to drop in, we are usually quieter during the week and after 2pm.

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