B&O Railroad Museum
The birthplace of American railroading, with numerous antique steam locomotives displayed inside an 1884 circular engine house.
The B&O Railroad Museum occupies the Mount Clare shops of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad, begun in 1829, which is regarded as the birthplace of American railroads. Inside the huge 12-sided rotunda are 19th-century steam locomotives and railcars, and dozens more locomotives are displayed outdoors. Short sightseeing train rides are available during the open season. Adult admission is about $20. It is well suited to families and railfans. Located west of downtown, about 10 minutes by taxi.
Opening hours
Usually 10:00–16:00; open days vary by season
Nearby sights
- Edgar Allan Poe House and Museum
- Babe Ruth Birthplace Museum
- Westminster Hall and Burying Ground
- Oriole Park at Camden Yards
- Lexington Market
- Baltimore Basilica
- Walters Art Museum
- Washington Monument & Mount Vernon Place