National Railway Museum
York, North Yorkshire · ★ 4.7 · 49,788 visitor reviews
York, YO26 4XJ
About
The National Railway Museum in York delights train enthusiasts of all ages in North Yorkshire and Yorkshire and the Humber. This indoor museum welcomes babies, toddlers, young children, and older children with an extraordinary collection of locomotives, carriages, and railway heritage spanning two centuries. The venue features a café, toilet facilities, wheelchair accessibility, and pushchair-friendly access throughout.
Visitors can climb aboard historic trains, stand beside powerful locomotives, and explore carriages from Victorian elegance to modern high-speed travel. Interactive displays let children operate signals, try engineering challenges, and discover how railways changed Britain. The museum famous collection includes record-breaking engines and royal carriages, bringing railway history vividly to life.
Special events and temporary exhibitions add fresh experiences throughout the year. Free admission makes this world-class museum accessible to all families. Located in York, a short walk from the historic city centre, the museum makes an excellent family day out.
Families searching for museums in York or things to do with kids in Yorkshire will find unparalleled railway heritage here.
Good for: babies toddlers, older children, young children
Categories
Facilities
- Toilets
- Cafe
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Pushchair Friendly
- Accessible Parking
- Accessible Entrance
- Contactless Payment
Common questions
Is the National Railway Museum suitable for toddlers?
Yes, the National Railway Museum welcomes babies, toddlers, young children, and older children. There are interactive displays where kids can operate signals and try engineering challenges, plus the chance to climb aboard historic trains, which little ones tend to find absolutely thrilling.
What are the opening times for the National Railway Museum?
The museum is open every day from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. It's located in York, just a short walk from the historic city centre, so you can easily combine it with other sightseeing in the area.
Does the National Railway Museum have a cafe?
Yes, there's a cafe on-site where you can grab refreshments during your visit. The museum also has toilet facilities, so you're well sorted for the practical essentials.
Is the National Railway Museum wheelchair and pushchair accessible?
Yes, the museum is both wheelchair accessible and pushchair-friendly, with an accessible entrance and accessible parking available. This makes it easy to navigate the exhibits with a buggy or wheelchair.
What can children actually see and do at the National Railway Museum?
Children can climb aboard historic trains, stand beside powerful locomotives, explore carriages from Victorian times to modern high-speed trains, and try interactive displays including operating signals and engineering challenges. The museum spans two centuries of railway heritage and hosts special events and temporary exhibitions throughout the year.
What families say
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