National Football Museum

Museum Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What to expect

The National Football Museum is England's national museum of football, preserving, conserving, and displaying important collections of football memorabilia. The museum offers a range of interactive exhibits and activities, making it a great place to visit with family and friends. With a collection of over 140,000 items, the museum showcases the history and culture of football, including memorabilia, interactive displays, and educational programs. The museum is also involved in community events, workshops, and regular activities to inspire and engage visitors. It's a place to experience football in all its glory, with something for everyone to enjoy

Plan your family visit to the National Football Museum with these blog insights 👇

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This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the National Football Museum, where we learned about the history of football and its impact on culture. The kids loved trying their hand at different skills, from commentating to penalty shoot outs

Highlights: We all enjoyed seeing the football memorabilia, including the ball from the 1966 World Cup Final and Maradona’s Hand of God shirt ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We spent a whole day exploring the museum, and the kids were captivated by the exhibits

Highlights: They loved getting to see the FA Cup and Premier League trophies, and they had a blast trying on old football kits ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: They visited the football museum, learning about the history of the sport and enjoying the interactive exhibits

Highlights: The interactive exhibits and learning about the history of football ✨