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Pitt Rivers Museum

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Pitt Rivers Museum South Parks Road, Oxford OX1 3PP, England
+44 1865 270927
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The Pitt Rivers Museum is one of Oxford’s most popular attractions, famous for its period atmosphere and outstanding collections from many cultures around the world, past and present.
  • Excellent71%
  • Very good23%
  • Average4%
  • Poor1%
  • Terrible1%
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Hours Today: 10:00 - 16:30
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Pitt Rivers Museum South Parks Road, Oxford OX1 3PP, England
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+44 1865 270927
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Reviewed yesterday

An absolutely outstanding museum with some fascinating artefacts, especially the shrunken heads. The architecture is fantastic and is worth the visit on its own. Exhibit wise there is plenty to look at that should interest all ages.

Thank hmfc190512
Reviewed yesterday via mobile

Me and my family spent a morning here with not much expense and we had a real fun time very interesting and knowledgeable .Try it u won't be disappointed 👍👍👍👍👍

Thank chriswoodsy75
Reviewed yesterday via mobile

I loved every second of my visit here. It's situated at the back of the natural history museum and the number of artefacts complemented with snippets of information is wonderful. The staff presence is there if you can't find something but there is no one...More

Thank Minna P
Reviewed yesterday

I have been in and out of the Pitt Rivers (and attached Natural History) Museum for years. It is without a doubt an exceptional place. Do not miss it if you have children: they all love it (and so did mine for years - they...More

Thank stsal
Reviewed yesterday via mobile

Supported clients with learning difficulties to look around the museum for educational purposes. They were very excited and really enjoyed the experience.

Thank paulchooper
Reviewed yesterday

It is remarkable that a provincial Museum has so any fantastic exhibits. A must visit for the young and old alike.

Thank Y8686ZRbb
Reviewed yesterday via mobile

The exhibits here are undoubtedly impressive and informative, but I couldn't help but feel relieved when exiting the Pitt Rivers back into the light and spacious Natural History museum! But there's no reason not to go in, with free entry and with scheduled guided tours.

Thank lozdiningout
Reviewed yesterday via mobile

Actually visited in July 2013 while on sabbatical--couldn't change the visit date. Great museum in the heart of Oxford.

Thank yalu1952
Reviewed yesterday

So many cool things to find. Do the treasure hunt with kids. Shrunken pigmy heads, intricate carvings.

Thank DrTimO
Reviewed 2 days ago

What a surprise to enter this museum after the heat and brightness of the Natural History Museum, to which it is attached. The air is cool and the light dimmed, to best preserve the many kinds of objects displayed here.The entrance is raised above the...More

Thank Maggie N
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Natasha D
14 June 2017|
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Response from ClareofTralee | Reviewed this property |
At least 2 hours could be there all day
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lyndseyhaskins
1 February 2016|
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Response from tripleplay97 | Reviewed this property |
The absolute closest is Museum and Keble Roads, which are on-street parking and max 2 hours for something like £4. However, there are rarely spaces during the day. St. Giles is about two minutes further away and has more... More
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Connor B
22 February 2015|
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Response from Pat M |
Admission is free and the opening hours are as follows: 10.00 - 16.30 Tuesday to Sunday (and bank holiday Mondays) 12.00 - 16.30 Monday Source: official website
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