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Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Museum

901 W. Pratt Street, Baltimore, MD 21223
410-752-2490
Ranked #14 of 137 attractions in Baltimore
4.5 of 5 stars 100 Reviews
Type: Specialty Museums
Activities: Group tours/walking tour
Owner description: Located at the site of the oldest railroad station in America, this museum traces the development of trains and features a huge collection of...... more » Owner description: Located at the site of the oldest railroad station in America, this museum traces the development of trains and features a huge collection of railroad memorabilia, a model railroad and an operating replica of the very first locomotive, The Tom Thumb, which was built here. « less
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Asheboro, North Carolina, United States
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

We spent a couple of hours here looking around...a short walk from the Hampton...the kids enjoyed the train ride although it wasn't anything spectacular More

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See 2 more reviews by Steve J for Baltimore
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31 reviews 31 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012

This museum housed in an old railroad wheel house has an amazing collection of old locomotives that you are free to explore. More

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See 4 more reviews by SchulzeM for Baltimore
Baltimore, Maryland
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012

Return here often...such a FUN place for family fun. Love the train ride after a full day of exploring and climbing on the old train displays. Kids are mesmorized while watching the trains go round in the magnificent train garden....GO! More

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See 7 more reviews by GoldenRingBus for Baltimore
North caldwell
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2012

a few exhibits about the history of the railroad, big old trains in the roundhouse. The children's play area was good. More

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honolulu
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7 reviews 7 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2012

If you have alittle one or jsut wnat ot learn more about the history- this is the PLACE!!! Amazing More

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See 6 more reviews by deets1162 for Baltimore
Washington DC, District of Columbia
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54 reviews 54 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2012

I've visited this site twice and loved it both times. If you're at all interested in trains, transportation, or the history of the railroad - you have to visit! More

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Baltimore, Maryland
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31 reviews 31 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2012

The B & O Museum is a gem for history buffs. They have a very broad collection of old trains, many of them lovingly restored by museum staff and volunteers. The best part is the volunteers who serve, offering insights into the rich railroad history of Baltimore and of the nation. Many of the volunteers are retired railroad employees and... More

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Chestertown
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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2012

If you like trains this is the place for you! Liked the Rouind House and was able to picture the good ole days of trains! More

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baltimore
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37 reviews 37 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2012

This is a nice day trip for the whole family! Lots of train history and trains the kids can board and have fun. More

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Baltimore, Maryland
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2012

All in all, a really good and fun trip for the family. We went during Thomas the Train weekend and aside from the normal museum and history aspects, there were lots of things for kids to do. Parking was crowded and we went into the back lot for free. There is admission to the museum and for train wonks, this... More

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