World Heritage Museums

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Dinosaur Facts
The first dinosaur to be named was Megalosaurus. It was named in 1824 by Reverend William Buckland.…

Welcome to the Dinosaur Museum

OPEN EVERY DAY FROM 10AM TO 4PM INCLUDING WEEKENDS AND BANK HOLIDAYS

Winter opening times may vary for further information on our opening times please phone 01305 269741. Please note you no longer have to book in advance. Entry is easy, come when you like, tickets can only be purchased on entry at the Front of House. We no longer sell tickets online.

 

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...