Discover the Cultural Gem of Preston: Harris Museum, Art Gallery & Library

Getting There

• Car

  If you are traveling by car, head towards Preston city center. Use the M6 motorway and take the exit for A59 towards Preston. Follow signs for the city center. Once in the city center, look for signs directing you to Market Square, where the Harris Museum, Art Gallery & Library is located. There is limited on-street parking available, and public car parks nearby, such as the St. George's Shopping Centre car park. Be prepared to pay for parking, which typically costs around £1.50 per hour.

• Train

  For those traveling by train, take a train to Preston Railway Station, which is well-connected to major cities in the North West. From the station, it’s about a 10-minute walk to the museum. Exit the station and head towards the city center, following the signs for Market Square. Alternatively, you can catch a bus from the station to Market Square, with a bus fare usually costing around £1.50.

• Bus

  If you prefer to travel by bus, several local and regional bus services operate to Preston city center. Look for buses that stop at Market Square. The fare varies depending on the distance, but it typically costs around £1.50 for a single journey. Once you disembark at Market Square, the Harris Museum, Art Gallery & Library will be within walking distance.

• Walking

  If you are already in Preston city center, walking to the Harris Museum, Art Gallery & Library is straightforward. From Market Square, the museum is located directly in the square at Market Square, Preston PR1 2PP. Just follow the pedestrian pathways, and you’ll find the entrance easily.