Title: Reading Museum and Town Hall in Reading City Centre - Tours and Activities | Expedia.ca [Reading Museum and Town Hall Hotels](https://expedia.ca/Reading-Museum-And-Town-Hall-Hotels.0-l6083961-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Reading Museum and Town Hall Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Reading-Museum-And-Town-Hall.d6083961.Car-Rental-Guide)[Reading City Centre Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Reading-City-Centre.d553248635810423172.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Reading Museum and Town Hall Tours and Activities ![Reading Museum and Town Hall showing interior views, theatre scenes and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6083961/56ea55cc-6ecd-45a6-a186-da47e9ca1ab4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Reading Museum and Town Hall showing interior views, theatre scenes and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6083961/56ea55cc-6ecd-45a6-a186-da47e9ca1ab4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Reading Museum and Town Hall which includes interior views as well as a family](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6083961/64f1f499-a11b-4487-bbbf-5d3de432754f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Reading Museum and Town Hall featuring theatre scenes, heritage elements and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6083961/1a8f93b7-e350-4e90-825f-aba187f30913.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Reading Museum and Town Hall showing interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6083961/2c736f62-34a4-43ce-a46b-386a27576501.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Reading Museum and Town Hall Activities --- --- #### Marvel at a replica of the Bayeux Tapestry and inspect the artifacts from the Roman town Calleva Atrebatum in this enchanting structure. The Reading Museum and Town Hall has a comprehensive set of exhibits on the history of the region. The institution comprises a 19th-century castle-like structure with a flamboyant façade that stands out for its orange and gray color scheme. Amble along the myriad galleries spread throughout this mesmerizing building to piece together the industrial and archaeological history of Reading. Capture photos of the intriguing front of the building, which has a pair of large triangular pediments, elaborate bay windows and arched windows. A dark orange hue laces the base of the turrets and spires as well as the other fixtures. Enter through the large arched portal in the center of the façade and begin exploring the permanent exhibits. Examine the fascinating archaeological artifacts excavated from digs at the Roman Silchester site, formerly known as Calleva Atrebatum. Learn about Reading in the Middle Ages from the exhibit on Reading Abbey, whose ruins lie nearby. Other highlights include the acclaimed Aldermaston works of pottery and the iconic Huntley & Palmers biscuit tins, which are popular collectors’ items. Make your way through the Sir John Madejski Art Gallery for the eclectic program of temporary displays. Take a break with snacks and drinks in the museum café and browse the items available in the gift shop. Note that the museum has been a key part of the townscape since its inception in 1883\. It is open to the public Tuesday through Saturday from morning until afternoon and is free to enter. The Reading Museum and Town Hall lies in the heart of the city. Take a bus to one of the stops beside it or arrive at the Reading railway station and walk southeast for a few minutes to get here. Make sure to see other sights in the district, such as Forbury Gardens, the Reading Abbey Ruins and the Oracle mall. ## Plan a trip to see Reading Museum and Town Hall Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices. ![Hotel Riu Plaza London Victoria](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78560000/78550400/78550383/e0480d6b_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Hotel Riu Plaza London Victoria London City Centre CA $1,524 per person Mar 27 - Mar 31 found 1 day ago Roundtrip non-stop flight included Toronto (YTO) to London (LHR) 8.8/10 Excellent! (3,010 reviews) La chambre était impeccable, le service très attentionné, tout l’hôtel était très propre. Nous avons vraiment apprécié notre séjour. Reviewed on Jan 23, 2026 ![The Savoy](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/27200/27158/3bf6d768_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### The Savoy London City Centre CA $2,376 per person Apr 14 - Apr 17 found 23 hours ago Roundtrip non-stop flight included Toronto (YYZ) to London (LHR) 9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews) Fine apart from none of the plugs worked. 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[](https://expedia.ca/St-Laurence-Church-Reading-City-Centre.d553248621532491630.Vacation-Attraction) ![Forbury Gardens showing a garden and autumn colours](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6083935/f1b61133-45c1-4999-855a-5aebfddcbade.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Forbury Gardens See the Maiwand Lion war monument and gaze at the water feature in this charming park in the heart of Reading. [](https://expedia.ca/Forbury-Gardens-Reading-City-Centre.d6083935.Vacation-Attraction) ![Reading Abbey Ruins featuring a ruin](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6083969/032bfdd7-1375-49a2-8fd2-5adacff642f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Reading Abbey Ruins Gaze up at the surviving arches, windows and stone walls of a 12th-century abbey in the heart of rolling green parkland. 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