What’s On at Canterbury Roman Museum
Looking to entertain your little ones? Visit Canterbury Roman Museum for a fun and creative day out for all the family. We offer plenty of entertaining, engaging and educational activities for children (and adults alike!)
Easter Coin Bash
Mint your own replica Roman coin!
Work with friendly staff, use authentic tools and mint a special souvenir to take home. Each coin comes with a information booklet.
£3.50 per coin or 2 coins for £6 (available Friday 3 to Sunday 19 April February 2026)
Make a miniature mosaic
Free Audio Guided Tour
Get exclusive content and insight into the museum’s Collection with our brand new Audio Guided Tour. Download the app via the Play Store or download via the App Store.
(Free, included in entry fee)
SEND Family Backpacks
Explore the museum with a backpack designed especially for families and visitors with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
Made with care to support people who need some sensory support or different ways of exploring the museum.
Inside each backpack there are fidget toys, sensory aids and things to help plan your visit.
Available to pick up from the museum Front Desk.
(Free, included in entry fee)
Daily Activities
From themed trails, to Roman inspired hands-on fun, our activities are available to try everyday.
Try on a tunic and suit-up as a soldier
Suit up as a Roman soldier, or try on a tunic for that special photo. Enjoy a range of different sizes to fit everyone from small children to mum and dad!
(Free, included in entry fee)
Make a mosaic
Have fun creating your own design inspired by the Roman collections and mosaics on display!
(Free, included in entry fee)
Roman Hands on Area – Handle real Roman objects
Have fun handling, investigating and identifying real artefacts from Roman Canterbury in the hands-on area. Our staff are usually around to help, and will be delighted to chat to you about some of the finds!
(Free, included in entry fee)
Play Roman board games in the Roman dining room
Recline in style in the Roman dining room! Pretend you are enjoying a feast to celebrate an important occasion, or see if you can beat family and friends by playing a real Roman board or dice game.
(Free, included in entry fee)
