Located in Sheffield city centre, The National Videogame Museum features over 100 playable exhibits, from retro arcade machines to modern games consoles, alongside unique exhibitions. The family-friendly Museum allows visitors to explore the history and culture of videogames spanning 50 years through expertly curated displays featured in both permanent and seasonal exhibitions.
We are a family-friendly venue, this means that the playable exhibits are always suitable for young people, making it a great family day out! Videogames can be fun for all the family and an important tool to learn and play together. We have plenty of solo and multiplayer games in the museum to get you having fun as a family.
Located in Sheffield city centre, The National Videogame Museum features over 100 playable exhibits, from retro arcade machines to modern games consoles, alongside unique exhibitions. The family-friendly Museum allows visitors to explore the history and culture of videogames spanning 50 years through expertly curated displays featured in both permanent and seasonal exhibitions.
Star objects on display shine a spotlight on gaming culture and history, while children and adults alike can discover the importance of videogame preservation through playable exhibits. Play arcade classics like Donkey Kong and Space Invaders, battle it out between old rivals Sonic the Hedgehog and Super Mario, or join family and friends in a variety of multiplayer games. Work together or compete with favourites like Track & Field, Rockband, or Sheffield’s own party game Gang Beasts or even discover games made exclusively for the NVM like Super Snowball Fight Party, a six-player game created by the Museum’s own creative engineer!
Alongside weekly openings throughout the year, the Museum is open every day during the school holidays, where visitors can enjoy additional drop-in workshops developed by the NVM’s award winning Learning Team. From designing a videogame character to programming a mini-robot, the activities are both fun and varied!
The National Videogame Museum also welcomes school trips that include optional STEAM based activities and workshops, while birthday parties and private hires are also popular events available for bookings.
Open every day during school holidays!
The National Videogame Museum
Castle House, Angel Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S3 8LN, England
The National Videogame Museum is located in the heart of the city centre. Although they don’t have car parking facilities, there is parking available nearby. The nearest NCP is Sheffield Hartshead Square which is a 2 minute walk away from the Museum. The NVM is also easily accessible via public transport. By Train: The NVM is a short 8-minute walk from the train station. By Tram: Castle Square is the nearest tram stop to the NVM, it’s about a 30-second walk from the entrance. By Bus: The NVM is right in Sheffield city centre so we’re easy to reach by bus. Use Travel South Yorkshire journey planner to help you get here.
Tel: 0114 321 0299
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Last updated: 11:20 14/09/2026
