We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers: Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox. Mac: Safari.
Free Newsletter

Interested in Strasburg?

We'll send you updates with the latest deals, reviews and articles for Strasburg each week.

  • Save Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania
  • E-mail this page

Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania


TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 10 attractions in Strasburg
Traveller Description:
This museum contains over 90 examples of steam, disel and electric trains, making this one of the finest collecions of railroad cars and memorabilia...... more » This museum contains over 90 examples of steam, disel and electric trains, making this one of the finest collecions of railroad cars and memorabilia in the world. « less
Familiar with Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania? Write your own description and share what you know with other travellers.
Attraction type: History museum, Transport museum
Address: Route 741 east of Strasburg Strasburg, PA 17579
Tel: 717-687-8628

Reviews you can trust

[ Date ] [ Rating ]
Save Review
5 of 5 stars
Philadelphia, Pa.
8 Oct 2009

Definitely this is one event that the young and old would want to attend. There aremodel railroading workshops and activities, as well as numerous operating train layouts. Included in the regular Museum admission. more

Save Review
4 of 5 stars
Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
8 Oct 2009

My family and I have been here numerous times and the museum is very thorough and shows a fantastic cross-section of the history of railroading in Pennsylvania. The main hall has numerous engines both steam and diesel and various freight and passenger cars. When the weather is nice you can go into the outdoor yard which has there turntable and... more

Save Review
5 of 5 stars
Grafton, New Hampshire
24 Sep 2009

I visited this location with a friend this summer. I highly recommend it to anyone that enjoys Trains and Model trains. It is a very good place to take children 5 and over. There is a large collection of old Steam Trains from all over the country. Also a building near by with model trains that is outstanding. more

9 Aug 2009

I'm not a train buff but our family did enjoy the museum. We also bought train tickets so the price was not too expensive. Be sure to go into the 2nd "depot" looking building. It has lots of minatures and stuff the kids can "operate". My 9 yr old girl liked the simulator also. You can tour part of the... more

Save Review
5 of 5 stars
lancaster pa
2 Aug 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

I think the RR Museum of PA is the hidden gem of Strasburg, and even of Lancaster County. My kids are 3 and (almost) 6, a boy and a girl and they both just absolutely love this museum. The place is filled with actual, life sized trains, the real deal, every kind of train you can imagine. The kids can... more

Save Review
4 of 5 stars
New York
2 Nov 2007
1/1 found this review helpful

This is a great place to visit for both train and non-train buffs. This is a large museum. There are so many trains and exhibits that I didn't have time to see everthing. I enjoyed learning about the history of railroads and seeing all the historic trains displayed. There is also a replica of a old train station with a... more

Save Review
5 of 5 stars
New Jersey
25 Mar 2007
1/1 found this review helpful

Many fantastic examples of historic locomotives. Great for railfans and non-railfans alike. Located right across from the Strasburg Railroad. more

Save Review
5 of 5 stars
Arlington, VA
31 May 2005
1/1 found this review helpful

A tremendous effort has gone into this museum, and it is worth every penny! This is a railfan's dream! Outstanding museum - be sure not to miss it! more

19 Sep 2004
3/3 found this review helpful

My wife and I took our 2 and a half year old grandson to ride the steam train at Strasburg and we were all thouroghly thrilled with our experience. We also visited the National ToyTrain Museum and the ChooChoo Barn at Strasburg, and they too were a wonderful experience for the 3 of us. My grandson asked on the way... more

25 Aug 2004

The Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania was fantastic, much better than your typical state railroad museum. An admitted train and history enthusiast I found the museum to be exceptionally well laid out and staffed by wonderfully helpful people. My wife, who has almost no interest in trains and history, actually admitted she enjoyed the visit as well. The newest addition to... more

Write Your Own Attraction Review

Been to Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania? Share your experiences!

Write a Review
Add Photos
Add Videos

Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania: Management Resources

TripAdvisor has free and easy resources to help you enhance your listing and promote your property.

  • Start Here - Visit Your Owners' Centre
  • Add Photo
  • Add Video

Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania Address

Route 741 east of Strasburg, Strasburg, PA 17579
Tel: 717-687-8628