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Train World
Best time to visit
Visit early on weekdays to avoid crowds and enjoy quieter, more intimate access to popular exhibits. Spring and autumn provide comfortable weather for outdoor displays.
Budget tips
Tickets are reasonably priced and kids under 12 enter free, with discounts offered on group bookings. Consider buying a combo ticket with other Brussels museums to save money.
Recommended for
Railway enthusiasts, Families with children, History lovers, Photography enthusiasts
Plan your visit
2-3 hours
About
Quick facts: Rail lovers can explore over 100 years of train history through an impressive collection of 25 original locomotives and countless artifacts. The site includes a fully operational old railway workshop where you can see restoration work in progress.
Highlights: Imagine stepping right into a massive train shed where sleek steam giants and colorful electric engines line up under a sky of glass. A rare gem here lets you climb aboard century-old trains and feel the worn leather seats and polished brass controls first-hand.
Insider tips
- Wear comfortable shoes for walking on old railway tracks and uneven surfaces.
- Bring a camera for stunning shots of vintage engines framed by industrial architecture.
- Skip weekends if possible to avoid school groups and busy family crowds.
- Check the schedule for workshop demonstrations to catch artisans at work.
Have you heard of free walking tours?
After traveling to 30+ countries, there's one thing I wish someone had told me from day one, and it completely changed how I experience new cities.
Free walking tours. Yes, actually free. No credit card needed. No catch.
Local guide, 2-3 hours
Major sights, hidden gems, local stories
100% tip-based
Guides earn only tips, so they give their absolute best
You tip what feels right
At the end, just tip whatever you feel is right
I've done these in dozens of cities and they've been the highlight of almost every trip. If you're visiting Brussels, Belgium, do this on your first day. You'll thank me later.
