The St. Louis Museum of Transportation
4.7FreeDiscover historic locomotives, vintage automobiles, and aviation history in St. Louis
The National Museum of Transportation in St. Louis features one of the world's largest collections of transportation artifacts. Spanning a sprawling indoor and outdoor campus, the museum displays over 70 historic locomotives, vintage automobiles, streetcars, and aircraft. It offers a hands-on, family-friendly journey through America's rich transit heritage.
History
Established in 1944, the museum began as a small collection of vintage vehicles and has grown into one of the most comprehensive transportation museums in the United States, preserving the legacy of the transportation industry.
Expert notes
- Wear comfortable shoes as you'll be walking a lot.
- Check the museum's website for any special events on the day of your visit.
- Bring a camera to capture the unique vehicles on display.
- Plan to spend at least two hours to fully enjoy the exhibits.
- Visit the gift shop for unique souvenirs related to transportation.
Features
- Disabled access
- Educational programs
- Event space
- Free admission for children under 12
- Gift shop
- Guided tours available
- Interactive exhibits
- Parking available
- Picnic area
- Restrooms
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