Het Spoorwegmuseum
Quick Facts
- Location
- Netherlands, Utrecht
- Category
- Museum
- Duration
- 3-4 hours for the halls and the yard, a full day with children
- Opening Hours
- Monday Closed (Monday) · Tuesday 10:00-17:00 · Wednesday 10:00-17:00 · Thursday 10:00-17:00 · Friday 10:00-17:00 · Saturday 10:00-17:00 · Sunday 10:00-17:00 · From the visitor-information page on spoorwegmuseum.nl (checked 5 November 2026): the museum is open Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 17:00 and closed on Mondays, with Kings Day on 27 April also listed as a closure and other exceptional dates on the same page. Reserving a time slot before visiting is mandatory, and it is required even for visitors who already hold a valid admission ticket or museum card; slots can later be changed or cancelled.
- Ticket Price
- Adult: Admission for ages 4 and up 19.50 euros · Child: Children aged 3 and under go free · A parking pass starts at 16.50 euros and is sold only at the museum. The time slot costs nothing but must be booked through the official ticket shop. Visiting address Maliebaanstation 16, 3581 XW Utrecht, telephone +31 30 230 62 06.
- Address
- Maliebaanstation 16, 3581 XW Utrecht, Netherlands
- Coordinates
- 52.0890, 5.1280
Introduction
Housed in a grand 19th-century former station in Utrecht, the Dutch Railway Museum is the Netherlands' largest and most beloved transport museum. Galleries gather steam locomotives, electric trains and royal carriages from every era, while the restored station hall and immersive platforms supply endless photo moments. Simulators, theatre shows and a children's train keep the whole family busy, and the museum's own shuttle train from Utrecht Centraal makes even the journey part of the fun. Rail fan or not, it easily justifies half a day.
✨ Highlights
🛈 Practical Info
Opening Hours
| Monday | Closed (Monday) |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10:00-17:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00-17:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00-17:00 |
| Friday | 10:00-17:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00-17:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00-17:00 |
From the visitor-information page on spoorwegmuseum.nl (checked 5 November 2026): the museum is open Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 17:00 and closed on Mondays, with Kings Day on 27 April also listed as a closure and other exceptional dates on the same page. Reserving a time slot before visiting is mandatory, and it is required even for visitors who already hold a valid admission ticket or museum card; slots can later be changed or cancelled.
Ticket Information
| Adult | Admission for ages 4 and up 19.50 euros |
|---|---|
| Child | Children aged 3 and under go free |
| Senior | Museum Card, ICOM card and VriendenLoterij VIP card holders enter free, and NS railway staff pay 10 euros on showing their ID |
| Free Admission | Free and discounted entry is granted only against a physical card, with photos and scans not accepted; the U-Pas is also honoured |
A parking pass starts at 16.50 euros and is sold only at the museum. The time slot costs nothing but must be booked through the official ticket shop. Visiting address Maliebaanstation 16, 3581 XW Utrecht, telephone +31 30 230 62 06.
💡 Tips
FAQ
What are the opening hours of Het Spoorwegmuseum?
Monday: Closed (Monday); Tuesday: 10:00-17:00; Wednesday: 10:00-17:00; Thursday: 10:00-17:00; Friday: 10:00-17:00; Saturday: 10:00-17:00; Sunday: 10:00-17:00; From the visitor-information page on spoorwegmuseum.nl (checked 5 November 2026): the museum is open Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 17:00 and closed on Mondays, with Kings Day on 27 April also listed as a closure and other exceptional dates on the same page. Reserving a time slot before visiting is mandatory, and it is required even for visitors who already hold a valid admission ticket or museum card; slots can later be changed or cancelled.
How much is the admission for Het Spoorwegmuseum?
Adult: Admission for ages 4 and up 19.50 euros; Child: Children aged 3 and under go free; Senior: Museum Card, ICOM card and VriendenLoterij VIP card holders enter free, and NS railway staff pay 10 euros on showing their ID; Free Admission: Free and discounted entry is granted only against a physical card, with photos and scans not accepted; the U-Pas is also honoured; A parking pass starts at 16.50 euros and is sold only at the museum. The time slot costs nothing but must be booked through the official ticket shop. Visiting address Maliebaanstation 16, 3581 XW Utrecht, telephone +31 30 230 62 06.
Any practical tips for visiting Het Spoorwegmuseum?
The heritage train runs limited departures, so check the timetable and plan your return. Theatre shows run at set times; note the day's programme as soon as you arrive.
How long should I spend at Het Spoorwegmuseum?
A typical visit takes 3-4 hours for the halls and the yard, a full day with children.
