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Museum of Anthropology at UBC, University of British Columbia Vancouver
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Museum of Anthropology at UBC

  • 4.76.1k reviews
  • $$
  • Open now · till 5 pm

UBC museum displaying Northwest Coast First Nations art and global collections, including monumental poles and Bill Reid sculptures.

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Museum of Anthropology at UBC in short

When is Museum of Anthropology at UBC open?

Mon closed; Tue–Wed 10 AM–5 PM; Thu 10 AM–9 PM; Fri–Sun 10 AM–5 PM. Hours checked on 1 November 2026.

When is the best time to visit Museum of Anthropology at UBC?

It's at its best mornings and afternoons. Wedar also scores every hour of the next five days against the forecast; see the best time on this page.

Is Museum of Anthropology at UBC indoors or outdoors?

Indoors: a good pick when it rains.

Is Museum of Anthropology at UBC good for kids?

Yes, it welcomes children.

How much does Museum of Anthropology at UBC cost?

Tickets C$26 adult.

Do you need to book Museum of Anthropology at UBC?

No, you can walk in.

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How long do you need at Museum of Anthropology at UBC?

About 2 hours.

Where is Museum of Anthropology at UBC?

6393 NW Marine Dr, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z2.

Is Museum of Anthropology at UBC wheelchair accessible?

Accessibility: wheelchair accessible seating, wheelchair accessible entrance, wheelchair accessible parking, wheelchair accessible restroom.

Status, rating and hours checked on 1 November 2026; kids, cost, booking and setting verified by the Wedar team. Where our data comes from

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Why it fits right now

A great call right now.

This is its best hour in the next five days.

In its favour

  • Open till 5 pm
  • Best in the morning
  • Indoors

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Plan your visit

Hours

Open now · till 5 pm
monday
Closed
tuesday
10 AM–5 PM
wednesday
10 AM–5 PM
thursday
10 AM–9 PM
friday
10 AM–5 PM
saturday
10 AM–5 PM
sundayToday
10 AM–5 PM

Usually a little busy at this hour

Hours checked 1 Nov

Where and how

  1. 1 Museum of Anthropology at UBC
  2. 2 Morris and Helen Belkin Art Gallery · 4 min
  3. 3 The Chan Centre for the Performing Arts · 5 min
  4. 4 Wreck Beach · 13 min
  5. 5 Beaty Biodiversity Museum · 15 min
6393 NW Marine Dr, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z2(opens the map)DirectionsTo University of British Columbia VancouverCall+1604-827-5932Websitemoa.ubc.ca

Good to know

  • Tickets C$26 adult
  • Indoors
  • Price $$
  • Allow about 2 h
  • Step-free entrance
  • Accessible washroom
  • Usually no wait
  • Good with kids
  • Good for solo
  • Good for small groups

From visitors and the venue

What it's like

4.7from 6.1k reviews

Known for

  • Great Hall
  • Monumental poles
  • Bill Reid sculptures
  • Northwest Coast art
  • Sightseeing
  • Photography
  • Weekend outings
  • Live performances

The feel

  • Historic
  • Quiet
  • Spacious
  • Family-friendly

On offer

  • Gift shop
  • Gender-neutral restroom
  • Restaurant
  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi

What people say

People like:
The supplied reviewer liked the pole displays and their architectural setting.
The Museum of Anthropology is a remarkable place to visit. The exhibits are thoughtfully designed, the architecture is stunning, and the setting creates a peaceful atmosphere for exploring. I learned so much during my visit, and it gave…
Google reviewer
There are tons of artefacts in here, well laid out on an airy building. It gives you a good sense of who the First Nation people are, and is robustly honest about the role the state played in their demise. The details include quotes and…
Google reviewer

Around University of British Columbia Vancouver

Nearby

Within about a 15-minute walk.

On nearby

For the next three hours

What to wear to go there now

Leave with a jacket.

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  • JacketThe whole time

It's indoors, so this is for the trip there and back.