📜 Explore the Czech Railways Museum, located in the former engine house of the Buštěhrad Railway Company, which has grown to become the largest railway museum in the Czech Republic.✨ Delve into a unique display of railway history, from Austro-Hungarian steam giants to modern diesel and electric trains, alongside diverse railway artifacts and interactive elements.# Why Go🚂 See over 30 locomotives, including narrow-gauge, powerful freight, and high-speed models with two-meter wheels.🕰️ Witness the evolution of transport from the Austro-Hungarian Empire to modern times.🚃 Explore historic motor coaches, diesel and electric locomotives, period passenger and freight cars, and special vehicles like a rail crane and snowplow.🚦 Delve into railway equipment like signaling technology, mast and hand signals, dispatchers' tools, lanterns, historical documents, and a large model railway.🕹️ Try out interactive exhibits, operate signals, activate a railway crossing, or give a train signal for departure.🛤️ Enjoy a ride on the 800mm narrow-gauge railway, sometimes pulled by a steam locomotive.🛠️ Gain insight into the repair and renovation of old exhibits in the museum's repair hall (guided entry on weekends/holidays).🎉 Throughout the year, the museum hosts various events, including nostalgic steam train rides.# Why Avoid⚠️ Special tours may be unsuitable for small children or individuals with mobility issues due to entry into selected locomotives and cars.🚧 The children's playground is temporarily closed for reconstruction.# 💰 Cost* Full Admission: 240 CZK (300 CZK for special events).* Reduced Admission: 180 CZK (250 CZK for special events) for children (6-15 years), seniors (>65 years), students (<25 years), and ZTP card holders.* Family Ticket (2 adults + 2 children <15): 720 CZK (850 CZK for special events).* School Groups with Pedagogical Escort: 100 CZK per person (1 teacher free per 10 participants).* Audioguide Smart Guide: 50 CZK (available in Czech, English, German, French, Russian).* Dog (with muzzle): 50 CZK.* Morning / Evening Photography: 500 CZK (only on announced events; ticket also valid for regular opening day).* Guided Tours: In Czech (included); in German or English (by prior arrangement): 1000 CZK.* Special Tour (max. 5 persons): 4000 CZK (includes entry to selected locomotives and cars, not suitable for small children or persons with mobility issues).* Tours Outside Opening Hours: Minimum 720 CZK (by appointment from April to October, requires full admission for min. 3 persons).* E-bike Charging: 60 CZK.* Narrow-Gauge Railway Ticket: Motor locomotive 50 CZK, Steam locomotive 70 CZK.* Payment: Cash (CZK only) and credit/debit cards are accepted.* Discounts: Visitors with a ticket from National Technical Museum sites receive a 20% discount on full and reduced admission (valid for 3 months). Discounts cannot be combined.# ⏰ Hours* April, May, September, October: Open Saturday, Sunday, and public holidays from 09:30 to 17:00.* June–August: Open Tuesday to Sunday from 09:30 to 17:00.* The museum is closed from November to March.# ℹ️ Services & Getting There* Parking: Available in front of the museum premises.* Bicycle Parking: Stands are located near the entrance.* Accessibility: The museum offers barrier-free access, including accessible restrooms.* Guides: Free printed guides are available, and guided tours are offered, some led by former train drivers.* Refreshments: Enjoy snacks and drinks in a historic dining car on weekends and holidays.* Souvenirs: A shop selling commemorative items is on-site.* Toilets: Restrooms are available for visitors.* Address: ul. 9. května 255, 270 51, Lužná u Rakovníka