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Jewry Wall and Archeology Museum

St. Nicholas Circle, Leicester, England
0116/2473021
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Ranked #23 of 33 attractions in Leicester
3.5 of 5 stars 14 Reviews
Type: Historic Sites, History Museums
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Hathern, England, United Kingdom
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed April 14, 2012

Pretty boring compared to the other attraction that you can visit it th East Midlands. Maybe head to Highcross if you have time to fill in whilst in Leicester. More

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Leicester, England, United Kingdom
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 13, 2012

all about roman history,of leicester,buy intresting to see More

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Leicester, United Kingdom
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33 reviews 33 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 5, 2012

Took grandchildren there as they had been leaning about the Romans. It was ok but didn't grab their attention too much More

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Leicester
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed March 1, 2012

It was years ago that I went, but I found it very boring with little to do, I went home after an hour. Would not recommend for a fun day out! More

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Coventry, United Kingdom
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 27, 2012

I have been to Bath umpteen times including the obligatory school visits. Why we went to Bath instead of here I cannot imagine. We found this for the last hour it was open before closing for winter. The visitor centre is excellent and I spent too much time marvelling at the models to see the site properly. Next time we... More

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Lutterworth, United Kingdom
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27 reviews 27 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed February 23, 2012

The stuff they have is good, but it needs some investment to be attractive More

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Leicester
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 16, 2012

There are many gems to be found in this museum but, similarly to the archaeology fossil dig activity, at times you have to hunt to find them. The museum is all about archaeology and Roman history, and has lots of interesting information and exhibits. However, if you visit it will become clear that Leicester City Council has neglected this museum... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 6, 2012

Well presented and good information. Accessible for all ages. More

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Leicester
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 14, 2012

My grandaughter wants to be a Palaeontologist and is fascinated by this museum. More

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Leicester, England, United Kingdom
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 26, 2011

Lots for children to do and see. Set just on the outskirts of town, some very old buildings closeby More

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