What to See & Do in Hull
Sights Beverley Minster - The west front of the minster is widely believed to be the best example of its kind, and dates from the early 15th century. In the 18th century it was restored by the architect Hawksmoor, and owes much of its present condition to him. Inside, the wooden carving on the miserichords of the choir dates from the 1520s. Hull and East Riding Museum - Located in the Museums Quarter, this boasts some of the most spectacular natural history and archaeology displays in Britain. Highlights include the only dinosaur bones to have been found in East Yorkshire, remains of Bronze Age warriors and treasures from the middle ages. Maister House - Rebuilt in 1743 during Hull’s heyday as an affluent trading centre, this house is a typical but rare survivor of a contemporary merchant’s residence. The Deep - The Submarium is a dramatic fusion of aquaria and state of the art interactive gadgets, and relates the story of the world’s oceans. Take a ride in the world’s only underwater lift and dare to walk beneath Europe’s deepest fish tank! With seven species of shark, including Britain’s only Grey Reef Shark, The Deep has oceans of discovery for all the family! Ferens Art Gallery - Opened in 1927, the award winning Ferens Art Gallery combines internationally renowned permanent collections with special exhibitions and live art. The unique Children’s Gallery is one of the highlights of a lively education and events programme that includes tours, talks and art workshops. The gallery’s permanent collection of painting and sculpture includes European Old Masters, particularly Dutch & Flemish, portraiture, marine paintings, modern and contemporary British art. Eating and Drinking There are over 180 eating and drinking places in the city, running the gamut from plush hotel carveries and bars to atmospheric local pubs where you can order a Ploughman’s Lunch for less than a fiver. Transport The port of Hull is easily reached by road. The A63 travels west along the Humber Estuary, connecting with the M62 on the north bank, or across the Humber Bridge, along the A15, to the M180 in the south. The ferry terminal is clearly signposted from Hull - follow the signs for P&O Ferries/King George Docks. Ample car parking is available alongside the main terminal building. Hull Rail Station is situated in the town centre. Trains run from Hull to Leeds every hour and to York every two hours. A connecting bus service operates on ferry arrival and departure, and can be pre-booked with the ferry ticket at a reasonable price. Back To Hull
