World Heritage Museums

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Dinosaur Facts
Tyrannosaurus rex looked the most ferocious of all the dinosaurs, but in terms of overall cunning, determination…

Welcome to the Dinosaur Museum

Great British Summer Saver!

The Dinosaur Museum is taking part in the UK Government's Great British Summer Savings period, with reduced summer admission on eligible tickets.

For even better value, book The Great Dorset Summer Saver online and enjoy entry to the Dinosaur Museum, Tutankhamun Exhibition, Teddy Bear Museum, Mummies Exhibition and Terracotta Warriors for the price of two!! Ideal all-weather fun for families this summer!

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The Museum

Britain's original and award winning attraction, The Dinosaur Museum located in Dorchester, the county town of Dorset, only 7 miles from the Jurassic Coast is a great day out for all the family!

Close to Dorset's World Heritage Jurrassic Coast

The Dinosaur Museum opened in 1984, in Dorchester, gateway to Dorset's World Heritage Jurassic Coast. From the very beginning visitors loved its novel and innovative approach to dinosaurs, and it quickly became the Town's foremost visitor attraction bringing, over the years, millions of dinosaur hungry families and schools to the county town. Read More...