General Information
Museum name | Museo Nacional de los Ferrocarriles Mexicanos |
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Category | History museum |
Location | Puebla, Puebla, Mexico |
Address | Calle 11 Nte. 1005, San Miguelito, 72090 Heroica Puebla de Zaragoza, Pue., Mexico (View on Google Maps) |
The Museo Nacional de los Ferrocarriles Mexicanos, located in Puebla, Puebla, showcases the rich history of Mexico’s railways through a collection of historic trains and railway artifacts. Visitors can explore an outdoor area filled with various steam locomotives and cabins, as well as indoor exhibits within the old train station. Admission costs approximately 20 pesos, and the museum provides a comprehensive tour experience that can take about one hour. The space is accessible for families, making it a suitable outing for all ages.
Inside the museum, guests may find a range of notable items, including rare train models and vintage railway cars, some of which visitors are allowed to enter and explore. Expositions highlight the evolution of rail transport in Mexico, with informative displays primarily in Spanish. The museum’s collection consists of both outdoor and indoor exhibits, providing a nostalgic glimpse into the development of rail travel in the country.
Gallery
Open Hours
- Friday: 9 AM–5 PM
- Monday: Closed
- Saturday: 9 AM–5 PM
- Sunday: 9 AM–5 PM
- Thursday: 9 AM–5 PM
- Tuesday: 9 AM–5 PM
- Wednesday: 9 AM–5 PM
Highlights
- Live performances: Yes
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance: Yes
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot: Yes
- Wheelchair accessible restroom: Yes
- Wheelchair accessible seating: Yes
- Assistive hearing loop: No
- Wheelchair rental: No
Amenities
- Restroom: Yes
- Restaurant: No
Crowd
- Family-friendly: Yes
- LGBTQ+ friendly: Yes
- Transgender safespace: Yes
Children
- Discounts for kids: Yes
- Good for kids: Yes
- Kid-friendly activities: Yes
Parking
- Free parking lot: Yes
- On-site parking: Yes
Contact Information
Phone | +52 222 774 0105 |
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Website | https://museoferrocarrilesmexicanos.cultura.gob.mx/ |