York Castle Museum

The York Castle Museum is a social history museum showcasing over 400 years of York's past. The museum features interactive and immersive galleries with thousands of historic objects, including a recreated Victorian street called Kirkgate, where visitors can step onto the cobbles and explore authentic shops. The museum also has exhibitions on various topics, such as the history of the body, toys, and the 1960s. Additionally, the museum has a debtors' prison and a female prison, which provide insight into the city's history of crime and punishment. The museum is suitable for families, with facilities such as baby changing rooms, education areas, and a gift shop. Visitors can also enjoy light refreshments on site