About
Planes, trains and automobiles – the National Museum of Transportation has one of the largest and best collections of transportation vehicles in the world, according to the Smithsonian Institution. Since its founding in 1944, the museum and staff have worked to curate the largest collection of its kind in the world. Today, the museum is a leader in the protection and interpretation of North America’s transportation heritage.Where to Get Your Kicks in St. Louis
As you make your way along Route 66, combine must-see places that have maintained their Americana character with new destinations in diverse neighborhoods.
Traveling to St. Louis? Full STEAM Ahead!
The National Museum of Transportation is one of the best places to participate in STEAM activities in St. Louis – we bet your kids won’t even realize that they’re learning!
2933 Barrett Station Road
St. Louis,
MO
63122
TripAdvisor Rating:
442 Reviews | Write a ReviewNice museum with plenty of equipment particularly railroad related!!!
Reviewed By Illinois Valley R February 2025This happened to be my second visit here but first in 3.5 years. They have items dealing with several forms of transportation though some of their railroad items is what I came for. The highlights...
Full ReviewVery big , some areas need to be more accessable
Reviewed By S5471TKjamesk August 2025Very big, much bigger than it looks from the parking lot. Many train cars were not accessible but still a lot to see. Car area very cool.
Full ReviewGreat for small children, 4 stars without kids.
Reviewed By Davigeta August 2025We visited this museum today. We had been there with our son about 30 years ago, and we were not especially impressed. My wife and I returned with our 6-year-old granddaughter. Our experience this...
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Hours vary by day and season – check website to plan your visit.
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TripAdvisor Rating:
442 Reviews | Write a ReviewNice museum with plenty of equipment particularly railroad related!!!
Reviewed By Illinois Valley R February 2025This happened to be my second visit here but first in 3.5 years. They have items dealing with several forms of transportation though some of their railroad items is what I came for. The highlights...
Full ReviewVery big , some areas need to be more accessable
Reviewed By S5471TKjamesk August 2025Very big, much bigger than it looks from the parking lot. Many train cars were not accessible but still a lot to see. Car area very cool.
Full ReviewGreat for small children, 4 stars without kids.
Reviewed By Davigeta August 2025We visited this museum today. We had been there with our son about 30 years ago, and we were not especially impressed. My wife and I returned with our 6-year-old granddaughter. Our experience this...
Full Review