The National Railway Museum tells the story of more than 160 years of the railway in Portugal. Through one of the best collections of railway heritage in Europe – with around 36,000 objects! – We propose a journey through time, from the first steam locomotives, to the rail transport of the future.
This is a space for collective living, dialogue and sharing of knowledge, open to all audiences who want to know the cultural heritage and the historical, symbolic and technological role of rail transport in Portugal.
Rail has opened up new territories, created cities, connected communities, created and sustained new offers and needs, changing the way we see the world. In this way, the National Railway Museum goes beyond the borders of the national territory, taking us to a unique perspective of the history of Europe and the World, giving it an international scope.
Technique, art and science intersect with the collective and individual narratives of all those who were and are part of the railway universe or who see themselves in it.
The visit to the National Railway Museum includes the discovery of unique objects associated with themes as diverse as the old stations, the apprentice schools, the construction and maintenance of the track, but also medicine, hotels or modeling.
Whether it's locomotives, carriages, saloons or carriages, this is an authentic national treasure that includes unique gems such as the Royal Train or the Presidential Train.
We have at the disposal of the various audiences services and activities developed to respond to the needs and expectations of each visitor, in a constantly evolving approach. You can try your hand at driving a locomotive in the Railway Driving Simulator or travel on the manned model circuit.
Embark on this journey into the history of trains and discover unexpected objects from one of the best collections in Europe, in Entroncamento but also in Arco do Baúlhe, Bragança, Chaves, Lousado and Macinhata do Vouga.
This Museum is for you, a Museum for everyone.
A unique and unmissable experience that you won't want to miss.