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National Railway Museum


TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.0 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #7 of 133 attractions in York
Traveler Description: A must-see for railroad buffs, this museum celebrates railways from the 1820s to the present day.
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Attraction type: Transportation museum
Activities: Group tours/walking tour
Address: Leeman Road York YO26 4XJ
England
Tel: 01904 621261

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4 of 5 stars
wingate   97 contributions
London
Oct 17, 2009

Even if you are not particularly interested in trains you will find something in this large museum to interest you.For me the most impressive exhibit was the streamlined 1930s train engines followed by the Royal Trains.I dont think it really matters to much whether or not you can see into the cabs,seeing the trains is an education in itself.also this... more

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3 of 5 stars
countmc   75 contributions
Mission Viejo, California
Aug 26, 2009

They certainly have a great selection of trains, but there were only one or two you could go into and you could not really see into most of them. If you like walking around looking at the outside of trains, then you will probably enjoy it. But, while I like trains I am not an expert and after awhile I... more

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5 of 5 stars
David_ChEdinburgh   11 contributions
Edinburgh
Aug 4, 2009

It doesn't get any better than this if you like trains, a wonderful day or half day out for nothing!!! Plenty to keep young and old amused for hours, from the Hogwart's Express to Mallard. more

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5 of 5 stars
drdrdr   30 contributions
Newcastle, Australia
Jul 29, 2009
0/1 found this review helpful

In the UK, entrance fees to everything are steep, so it was a shock to find such an excellent museum charging no entry fee. Anyone could comfortably spend three hours here wandering around the trains and exhibits. Most things are static, but you can touch it all. more

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4 of 5 stars
artyliz   10 contributions
london
Jul 8, 2009

Admission is free, it's right next to York Railway Station and it'll keep you amused all day. A great opportunity to get up close and personal with steam legends; there's something for everyone here. We loved it. more

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5 of 5 stars
PubChick   49 contributions
Durham
Jun 21, 2009

It's a liitle awkward to walk to from the station, but I love the Railway Museum. It's full of displays of trains from around the world and has viewing decks of restoration works on carriages. It's great for all the family and certainly worth visiting. What do you have to lose - it's also free! more

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5 of 5 stars
Cadbury-the-hamster   8 contributions
Lincoln
Jun 1, 2009

In this museum there is so much to see, you could easily spend al day there! With cafes and restaurants, and a play area for children it's a great day out for all the family. I went with my boyfriend, who loves trains, I was not as enthusiastic I admit, but it was still enjoyable. It is also free to... more

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5 of 5 stars
Amazing_badger   20 contributions
Lincolnshire, England
May 30, 2009

OK I admit it, I'm a railway geek! That said though, this is a brilliant museum with some interesting exhibits, some in working order. There is plenty to see and do, and a mini railway for the kids. You can also see locomotives being restored in the workshop. There is even transport laid on from the city centre! more

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5 of 5 stars
nrNottsCliff   8 contributions
nr Notts
Mar 25, 2009

Really 1st class, allow plenty of time, the new steam train " Tornado " is now there more

Fantastic
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5 of 5 stars
cathandpete   13 contributions
Carlisle, Cumbria
Mar 20, 2009

The national railway museum is an absolute treasure. There is so much to see and to do, and there isn't a type of train you cannot see! It is a fantastic experience being able to sit on bullet train without having to travel to Japan to do so! Everywhere is clean and tidy, and all the staff are really keen... more

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National Railway Museum Address

Leeman Road, York YO26 4XJ, England
Tel: 01904 621261