We can only give 5 stars again. Of course you simply have to see the railway museum. However, this exhibition is suitable for all ages and tickets are free. When you leave you have the opportunity to donate something. There is a lot to see, plenty of souvenirs and the gastronomy is also well represented.

We spent almost three hours exploring museum trains from all eras. It was inspiring learning about all the trains displayed and their exteriors. Shinkansen from Japan, the record-breaking Mallard, the Flying Scotsman - it was great to see the amazing engineering of many trains. There is a couple of cafes and a shop offering t-shirts, toys, books and other accessories.

We have been regular visitors to the museum in recent years as my young son loves visiting the trains I wasn’t sure what to make of the concept of ‘Wonderlab’ especially after the backlash on Facebook. A post was posted showing the giant red inflatable, so many comments of how would this inspire future engineers etc etc Let me assure you this is so much more than a giant red inflatable. We were really, really impressed. So many fun, innovative and inspiring hands on experiments/ exhibitions. Most of the things I had never seen before and our 6 year old loved it. From watching how aerodynamic trains can be to standing in a wind tunnel to fire power shows. This was science without even realising it was science. Highly recommend, I wish we had got the annual pass now as we will definitely be back The trains were good as usual but we are really missing the other hall and the miniature railway. Was excellent to see the Flying Scotsman on the turntable

Firstly the fact it’s free to enter is great so donations had to be added to booking tickets to insure it survives. Was a great couple of hours wandering around and the Grandson thoroughly enjoyed himself. Finished the tour with a coffee and cake.. Loss of the fifth star purely on it being so cramped and the trains being on top of each other made photo opportunities rare and didn’t help with others wandering through the camera viewfinder. 1 minor gripe having to pay £10 to park for a couple of hours . All day parking for a tenner is fine but could also be split into hours so those like us who stayed a couple Of hours don’t feel screwed over having to pay for the whole day.

Fantastic amount of trains from a large variety of eras, and train related memorabilia. We also visited the Wonderlab which was brilliant! Had to pay extra so definitely go if you have a large chunk of time available. Bug bear - Wonderlab for adult x1 and child x1 = £18! Carpark was £10! So not a cheap visit from that point of view as you need to really visit the Wonderlab else you miss out on a lab. Aimed at children but also things for adults to do! We went during half term so pretty busy but not horrific as space so wide.

Had a great time. At the moment one of the halls is closed for some kind of refurbishment so we will keep an eye out for when it is completed and will return. All the staff we talked to were friendly and helpful. One thing to keep in mind is the museum is free but a fiver donation is asked for, I don't think that's bad for a day out but I didn't have enough cash on my to donate. All around the building are donation boxes for cash, it would be nice if a card reader could be installed. Maybe I missed it? Anyway a good day was had by all.

Both of us love all things trains/ railway stations etc so couldn’t not book this for shortly after arriving to York. Amazing collection, only minor frustration was several signs with years/ descriptions on missing- even volunteers were a bit stumped where they’d gone as not in the conservation/ renovation areas- but able to look up on my phone. Nice coffee available in the cafe. Bit of a treasure trove in the north shed. Got a bit too busy as the day went on, but thankfully we’d seen most of what we wanted to in approx 3 hrs. Keep up the amazing work!

This museum was great. Just the sheer size of the trains in this vast hanger were jaw dropping. Its free to enter, although a donation is encouraged, but then there are charges extra exhibitions inside such as the Flying Scotsman VR experience and the kids interactive area. We just wandered around the trains, reading about the history and found it fascinating. It’s a laid back atmosphere inside the museum with large cafes and shops in the open plan area. Great place to bring the kids as there’s lots for them to play with. We then got the little train ride back to the centre of town which was good fun.

Went here after years of finally trying to get to York. Probably one of the best railway museums i have been too. A very good collection of trains and a reminder the UK innovate and build things instead of the malaise and Stagnation we have now. Highly recommend for a visit.

Even though its going through a major refurbishment there's still plenty to see & do. Great section for kids to enjoy & brilliant to be able to see trains like the Mallard which was the fastest steam train of its time! Also all the train collection pieces like crockery, chairs, signs, statues & even models of stations etc was brill. I particularly liked the video & commentary about the signals. The Japanese bullet train brill, definitely worth going in, getting a seat & watching the video about it. Enjoy.