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Manx Museum

Douglas, IM1 3LY
01624 648000
Ranked #5 of 31 attractions in Isle of Man
5.0 of 5 stars 19 Reviews
Type: Museums
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U.K.
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2012 NEW

I was amazed that such a comprehensive and well presented museum was free entry. My father was enthralled by the first exhibits about the history of the I.O.M. TT races; there are also some interesting pieces about other world class athletes to hail from the island. There are interactive exhibits and video presentations and some interesting exhibits in all areas.... More

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leeds
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

We could,nt believe it was free entry for such a big museum full of interesting things,you definately need to allow a few hours to look at everything.The restaurant is very attractive and our lunch was very good indeed .The soup and sandwich meal deal was very reasonably priced also.Nice products in the shop as well for gifts

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Neston, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012

We gave ourselves an hour to visit and we had to go back the next day. Lots to see and very well presented.

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Douglas, United Kingdom
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42 reviews 42 reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 March 2012

A wide range of exhibits, lots about Viking Heritage which is unique to Isle of Man, and motor cycle exhibits.The reference libary staff are very helpful.

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Port Erin, United Kingdom
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 February 2012

Excellent you must go !!!!! Not expensive and it has a lovely restaurant where you can break for lunch.

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Reading Berkshire UK
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19 reviews 19 reviews
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 December 2011

History of the Island plus a history of the TT Races

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Valletta, Malta
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 December 2011

This place is well organised and has a great wealth of knowledge. You get all the information you need and all the time you need to see it. There is also a little cafe with good food.

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Belfast, United Kingdom
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 November 2011

I went to the museum on my first trip to the Isle of Man. It was well worth the visit. The staff were very friendly. I would have like to see all round the museum but time was limited for me. I hope the go back to get a better look around.

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Blackpool
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 November 2011

As a free museum this should be on your list to visit even if you go round fairly quickly, just enough of various things not to be boring but to learn some interetsing facts. Cafe is nice but slightly pricey

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Prague, Czech Republic
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69 reviews 69 reviews
Reviews in 40 cities Reviews in 40 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 November 2011

Having visited so many museums which comprise primarily dusty exhibits in glass cases the Manx Museum is a refreshing change. Plenty for visitors young and old to enjoy.

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