Museo Nacional Ferroviario Raul Scalabrini Ortiz
Museo Nacional Ferroviario Raul Scalabrini Ortiz
Museo Nacional Ferroviario Raul Scalabrini Ortiz
4.5
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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Neighborhood: Retiro
Exquisite palaces and luxurious apartment buildings combine with art galleries and exclusive boutiques to make Retiro the perfect spot for those who enjoy sophistication. However, the non-stop foot traffic to and from Retiro train and bus terminals, accompanied by the myriad of trucks leaving and arriving at the port, mean this neighborhood is never truly at rest. One minute you are walking down a street dotted with ornate mansions and luxurious shop windows and the next you find yourself surrounded by a sea of people racing to catch their train or bus. It is this juxtaposition of never-ending comings and goings and quiet, elegant luxury that defines Retiro, as well as Buenos Aires, a city where sharp contrasts are all around.
How to get there
- Retiro • 6 min walk
- General San Martín • 8 min walk
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Fernando D
Buenos Aires, Argentina2,308 contributions
Feb 2024 • Solo
An incredible visit to the @museomnf and with luxury guides. A place that tells in an educational way part of the history of Argentine transportation and that is worth doing. Admission is free, although you can leave a "tip" when leaving (at will) IMPECCABLE! Did you know? #tourism #touristing #touristinBuenosaires #railroads
Written February 27, 2024
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Ross0684
49 contributions
May 2024 • Couples
What an amazing museum! We work for the railway and alway try to find something related to visit. And this didn’t disappoint! The exhibits have Spanish and English details at them and our guide what fantastic and clearly passionate about showing the history of rail in Argentina! Most excited we got a Mate Cup that’s was railway themed!!!! ❤️
Written May 22, 2024
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scrumpylondon2018
London, UK42 contributions
Dec 2019
Not in many of the guide books. Came across this in passing. So pleased I did.
Wonderful array of artefacts displayed with information in Spanish and English.
A varied display including dining service china, and technical equipment from the last 150 years or so of Argentine railway.
Be lucky and get an old fashioned ticket stamped at the ticket office, and run the large model locomotive.
Weekends the coaches behind the museum are open also.
Free entrance and takes 30-60 minutes, or probably more for real train enthusiasts!
Wonderful array of artefacts displayed with information in Spanish and English.
A varied display including dining service china, and technical equipment from the last 150 years or so of Argentine railway.
Be lucky and get an old fashioned ticket stamped at the ticket office, and run the large model locomotive.
Weekends the coaches behind the museum are open also.
Free entrance and takes 30-60 minutes, or probably more for real train enthusiasts!
Written December 13, 2019
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VAPilot
Vienna, VA406 contributions
Nov 2019
If you like trains, check out the National Railway Museum located right next to an actively working junction of several commuter trains into downtown Buenos Aires. There is a steam locomotive on display outside the museum. A small collection, but worth a quick visit.
Written December 4, 2019
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n0sn0girl
Mesa, AZ99 contributions
Nov 2019
We noticed this museum because it was down the street from our hotel. We are so glad we went in! It is free, which is a great. But it is really interesting too if you like learning about the history of the railway and other transportation in Buenos Aires. AND, all of the descriptions are in Spanish and English, which was a wonderful bonus.The upstairs was closed when we visited but we still were there an hour or so.
Written November 30, 2019
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palodegolf
Duffus48 contributions
Feb 2016 • Couples
Round the back of Retiro station you'll see an old railway engine, and beyond that is the entrance to the railway museum. If you're British you'll recognise much of our common railway history, and if you're Argentine you'll probably wonder what happened to your railway network. Regardless, there are lots of very interesting exhibits, curated by staff who have a real interest in the subject.
Written March 28, 2016
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worldwidemark
United Kingdom201 contributions
Oct 2024 • Solo
I stumbled across this place by accident, but have to say it was a real gem. The staff were lovely and friendly and gave me a brilliant tour of the historical train parked outside.
Written October 19, 2024
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Danny
Beinsdorp, The Netherlands1,640 contributions
Dec 2019
Museo Nacional Ferroviario Raul Scalabrini Ortiz.
We accidentally came across Museo Nacional Ferroviario Raul Scalabrini Ortiz while walking through BA heading for Patio Bullrich .
The receiptance at Museo Nacional Ferroviario Raul Scalabrini Ortiz was very very warm . The gentlemen explained us how this unique museum was set up with the train related items .
Museo Nacional Ferroviario Raul Scalabrini Ortiz is GREAT !!!
We accidentally came across Museo Nacional Ferroviario Raul Scalabrini Ortiz while walking through BA heading for Patio Bullrich .
The receiptance at Museo Nacional Ferroviario Raul Scalabrini Ortiz was very very warm . The gentlemen explained us how this unique museum was set up with the train related items .
Museo Nacional Ferroviario Raul Scalabrini Ortiz is GREAT !!!
Written December 30, 2019
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490theos
Southend-on-Sea, UK537 contributions
Mar 2019
The engine in the pic is British built. There are lots of unrestored carriages in adjacent sidings under tarpaulins. In the museum is a lot of china with the private company markings
Written May 1, 2019
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StuMacR
Edinburgh, UK39 contributions
Oct 2017 • Couples
I almost missed this museum which was located just across the road from the Emperator Hotel. Entry is free. We were greeted immediately by Lauro (masculine
version of Laura ) who spoke really excellent English. He was a mine of information and gave helpful answers to our many questions. This museum houses a wonderful collection and is a must-see for any technically minded person or railway enthusiast. The collection is wide-ranging: clocks, telephones, signalling gear and many pieces relating to the history of the railway in Argentina. Most impressive for me was a mercury arc rectifier around 6 feet hight and containing 2 litres of mercury (look it up if you don't know). Our visit re-inforced the impression that the British had a huge input into the railway development in Argentina. Thanks to Lauro for our fascinating chat and the gift of mate tea.
version of Laura ) who spoke really excellent English. He was a mine of information and gave helpful answers to our many questions. This museum houses a wonderful collection and is a must-see for any technically minded person or railway enthusiast. The collection is wide-ranging: clocks, telephones, signalling gear and many pieces relating to the history of the railway in Argentina. Most impressive for me was a mercury arc rectifier around 6 feet hight and containing 2 litres of mercury (look it up if you don't know). Our visit re-inforced the impression that the British had a huge input into the railway development in Argentina. Thanks to Lauro for our fascinating chat and the gift of mate tea.
Written October 26, 2017
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Hola, ¿Como puedo llegar desde el centro de BA, es decir desde el Obelisco ?, ¿Puede ser en tren desde Mitre?
Muchas gracias
Pablo
Written April 8, 2019
daylelhinman
Melbourne Beach, Florida
Hi, I found an Aparato de Palo Piloto (a red heavy looking object with a round face and 4 vertical grooves) in a little trading post that has become a restaurant in FL. Can you tell me what it is and how it is used? thank you! Dayle
Written May 4, 2018
hola, la entrada es gratuita.
Written June 25, 2017
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