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
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444 Reviews | Write a ReviewStill enjoy this museum after more than five decades of visits
Reviewed By foreverlearningTC June 2026My first visit to the St. Louis National museum of transportation was around 1973, while on a family vacation. At that age, it was really neat to be able to climb into cars and especially a caboose...
Full ReviewA Great Ride
Reviewed By Route66FlightSchool June 2026Fabulous! Awe-inspiring! Just plain fun! The National Museum of Transportation provides an astonishing look at the machines that have transported people across the land. From the oldest existing...
Full 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...
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Hours vary by day and season – check website to plan your visit.
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TripAdvisor Rating:
444 Reviews | Write a ReviewStill enjoy this museum after more than five decades of visits
Reviewed By foreverlearningTC June 2026My first visit to the St. Louis National museum of transportation was around 1973, while on a family vacation. At that age, it was really neat to be able to climb into cars and especially a caboose...
Full ReviewA Great Ride
Reviewed By Route66FlightSchool June 2026Fabulous! Awe-inspiring! Just plain fun! The National Museum of Transportation provides an astonishing look at the machines that have transported people across the land. From the oldest existing...
Full 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...
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