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About Canadian Railway Museum
We understand how some kids love trains! The sounds, the smells, the steam chugging away on those old historic engines. If you LOVE trains, then you might want to visit the Canadian Railway Museum!
This museum is such an important feature in the history of the railroad. In fact, it's collection of materials and artifacts is the largest in the country, and incredibly one of the most important in the entire world!
The Canadian Railway Museum LOVES trains just as much as you do, so why not have an unforgettable railway experience with them!
Trains and all about traveling, and at the museum, you get to travel around the amazing exhibits that are great to teach you all about the history of the railroad! Did you know that the railroad fever hit Canada all the way back in the 1830s? Less than 100 years later, you could travel from ocean to ocean via railroad. Pretty impressive!
As soon as you enter the main gallery, it will be like you have been transported into a main train station. Right in front of you is a replica of the Dorchester steam locomotive - and then the adventure begins!
There are themed platforms for the kids to walk along, and a great collection of historic vehicles that you can get up close to. It will be like you are traveling with those famous and everyday folk that once rode the railroads all those years ago.
If you Choo Choo Choose to spend the day at the Canadian Railway Museum, you will certainly feel like you are on a locomotive adventure!
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Suggest editAdults $21.20
Children $10.60 (ages 3 to 12)
Free Under 2 years
Last Update 2023
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Doing our bit
They have created an amazing collection which honours the history of the amazing railroad history
I’m Hungry! Can I get food at Canadian Railway Museum?
There is a cafe open from June to September, with muffins, cookies, desserts and drinks
Any top tips when visiting?
They have fun family activities, as well as a Little Railroaders Car for kids 3 to 7 with games and train fun!
Does Canadian Railway Museum have a gift shop?
There is a great souvenir gift shop where you can pick up a host of merchandise and train goodies!
Teachers corner
They offer guided tours on weekends, and great programs for schools that include mini train or streetcar rides with your tour if you want!
Does Canadian Railway Museum have healthy eating or Vegan options?
The cafe has healthy options such as salads and sandwiches
Is Canadian Railway Museum fully accessible?
Parts of the museum are accessible. some of the vintage vehicles are not equipped for wheelchairs due to their age
Any additonal information?
If you love the museum and think you might be going back frequently, consider getting an annual pass
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