National Railway Museum Port Adelaide
Highlights
- Explore over 100 railway exhibits in two expansive pavilions, immersing yourself in Australia's rich rail history.
- Experience hands-on fun with a train simulator and miniature train, perfect for families and young railway enthusiasts.
- Discover the heritage-listed goods shed from the 1870s, showcasing the evolution of rail operations across Australia.
- Relax in the picnic area surrounded by gardens, making it an ideal spot for a family day out.
The National Railway Museum at Port Adelaide has almost 100 exhibits within two huge pavilions and an 1870s heritage listed goods shed, and covers operations from State, Commonwealth and private operators on the three major railway gauges used throughout Australia. It’s a great place for young families and for the serious researcher, with a theatrette, display galleries, professional model railway, miniature train, and train simulator in the main pavilion, plus an archive that is open by appointment.
The Shop has a wide range of books, souvenirs, and DVDs for sale.
Open every day except Christmas Day, and from 12pm on ANZAC Day.
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Accreditations
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Quality Tourism Accreditation
- Australian Museums and Galleries Association
- Tourism Industry Council of SA
- Visitor Information Centre
- Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
Features
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Actively welcomes people with access needs.
General access
- Offers multiple options for booking – web, email, phone is available.
- Offers a range of contact methods for receiving complaints.
- Companion Cards are accepted.
Physical – Wheelchair
Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
- Step free outdoor pathways (includes picnic areas, barbecues and shelters)
- A step free main entrance to the building and/or reception area (includes ramps or slopes with a maximum gradient of 1:14, otherwise are too steep for wheelchairs)
- Step free access to the conference or function room
- An accessible public toilet which is unlocked.
- At least one wheelchair accessible parking space with wheelchair accessible signage clearly displayed (International standards are 3200mm wide x 2500 mm high).
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