The Polar Museum, Scott Polar Research Institute

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8 / 10

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“An extraordinary library and archive dedicated to the history of the Arctic and Antarctic poles. ”

– Atlas Obscura

Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"At the Scott Polar Research Institute, you can pore over exhibits relating to the Arctic and Antarctic, including Sir Ernest Shackleton's expedition diaries from 1902 to 1922." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"Beautifully designed, this museum at Cambridge University's Scott Polar Research Institute chronicles the history of polar exploration." Full review
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"Tales of hostile environments, dogged determination and, sometimes, life-claiming mistakes are evoked powerfully at this compelling museum." Full review