Hull, also known as Kingston upon Hull, is located in East Yorkshire at the junction of the River Hull and the Humber Estuary, offering historic and futuristic attractions. In Old Town, visitors will enjoy the Museums Quarter, with such unique attractions as the Streetlife Museum with its historic vehicle collection; Wilberforce House, inspired by the most famed son of the city and commemorating the abolition of slavery; and the Hull Maritime Museum, with expansive exhibits on whaling and fishing.

The Deep is a futuristic sea life center and aquarium, while the Ferens Art Gallery showcases medieval sculptures and hundreds of years’ worth of European paintings. Hull Minster Anglican church showcases imposing medieval architecture, while Dinostar offers interactive exhibits related to dinosaurs that will thrill kids and adults alike. At Pickering Park or Queen’s Gardens, you can escape from the crowds and relax in pristine natural surroundings. To work off some excess energy, head for the Let Loose! Adventure Park.

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