Immerse yourself in the home of iconic locomotives and an unrivalled collection of engineering brilliance at the National Railway Museum.

See highlights from our collection, immerse yourself in stories from centuries of railway history and discover some incredible objects.

Dec 19, 2025 · Find out what’s coming up at the National Railway Museum, from talks and tours to exciting learning activities.

The National Railway Museum in York has the largest collection of railway objects in the world and is the most visited free attraction in the region, receiving more than 630,306 visitors in 2023

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Welcome to the National Railway Museum in York, where you can explore the past, present and future of the railways. We're open seven days a week, 10.00–17.00, except 24 – 26 …

Find out everything you need to know about facilities and accessibility at the museum before your visit.

Please book your free admission ticket to visit the museum. For information about enjoying your visit safely and what to expect when you arrive, please see our visit page. If you are attending …

Various engineering drawings of locomotives built for railways in Japan circa the late 1800s, e.g. Nippon Railway, Imperial Railways, Kensie Railway Co., etc. Please see staff for the listing of …

Apr 1, 2025 · If participants find the experience uncomfortable or miss their timeslot, Museum staff will be as accommodating as possible, but the Museum will not offer a refund or credit.