National Railway Museum York
Parking available
Wheelchair accessible
The world's largest railway museum, attracting almost 1 million visitors per year.

šŸ“œ Home to iconic locomotives and an unrivalled collection of engineering brilliance. Explore feats of engineering and extraordinary stories spanning over 300 years of railway history.

Why Go

šŸš‚ See, touch, and climb actual historic trains.
šŸ’Ø Experience live demonstrations of historic locomotives.
šŸ”¬ Engage with interactive exhibits in Wonderlab for families.
šŸ‘‘ Discover opulent royal carriages and station history.

Why Avoid

šŸ…æļø Parking requires a charge.
🚫 Dogs not permitted, except assistance dogs.

Tips

šŸŽŸļø Advance booking recommended during busy periods for fast entry.
šŸš‚ Free Road Train ride from Duncombe Place with Visit York Pass.

Cost

šŸ’° Entry is free; VR experience and Wonderlab require tickets.

Hours

šŸ•’ Daily 10:00–17:00.

♿ Accessibility

Wheelchairs available; facilities for visually impaired; staff are dementia aware.

🚻 Toilets

Disabled toilets, public toilets, baby changing facilities.

šŸ…æļø Parking

On-site parking with charge.

šŸ½ļø Food

On-site catering, light refreshments, picnic site.

šŸ›ļø Shop

Gift shop available.

Last updated 9 days ago

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