National Railway Museum
7 expert reviews
Fodor's
"A must for train-lovers, Britain's biggest railway museum houses part of the national collection of rail vehicles."
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Don't miss such gleaming giants of the steam era as the Mallard, holder of the world speed record for a steam engine (126 mph), and train-buff legend the Flying Scotsman.
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Highlights for the trainspotters among us include a replica of George Stephenson's Rocket (1829), the world's first 'modern' steam locomotive; the sleek and streamlined Mallard."
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Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"Adjoining the National Museum of Science and Industry, this museum is a fascinating journey through the history of the railway in Great Britain since its invention."
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The Telegraph
"You don’t have to be a train anorak to appreciate this superb collection of mechanical wonders, which sheds light on the historical importance of the railways."
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Atlas Obscura
"The National Railway Museum in York is the largest railway museum in the world, attracting almost 1 million visitors per year. "
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