Rotunda Museum

Opened in 1829, North Yorkshire Council’s Rotunda Museum is one of the world’s first purpose-built museums. Located on Scarborough’s South Bay, it explores coastal heritage and geology, featuring fossils, Jurassic displays, and remarkable artefacts from the 11,000-year-old Star Carr collection.

By car

There is no on-site parking for visitors. Accessible parking for Blue Badge holders is available on Valley Road, 2 minutes’ away. Pay-and-display parking is nearby at South Bay underground car park and The Palm Court car park. 

By train

The Rotunda is a 15-minute walk from Scarborough railway station. This is a step free station. Taxis are available at the station.

By bus

The nearest bus stop is directly opposite the Rotunda on Valley Road.
Bus travel in Scarborough is served by several operators: East Yorkshire Buses run local routes within the town, while Yorkshire Coastliner connects Scarborough with Leeds, Whitby, and Bridlington. Arriva also provides services linking the town with Middlesbrough, Whitby, and Robin Hood’s Bay. 

• Step-free entrance with lift access to all floors
• Fully accessible throughout, including galleries, shop and toilets
• Accessible toilet with baby changing facilities 
• Pushchair-friendly throughout 
• Assistance dogs and well-behaved dogs on leads welcome 
• Sensory resources, large print guides and a visual story available on request