National Rail Museum
राष्ट्रीय रेल संग्रहालय
An open-air railway museum covering about 4 hectares, with over a hundred vintage locomotives and royal saloon cars. A toy train circles the grounds, making it a popular family destination.
The museum is located in the Chanakyapuri diplomatic enclave and opened in 1977. Its outdoor exhibits include steam locomotives, monorail cars and luxury carriages once used by royalty and nobility. Highlights include Fairy Queen, one of the world's oldest steam locomotives still in running condition, and the Patiala Monorail steam car. The indoor galleries feature driving simulators and displays on the history of Indian railways. You can ride a toy train around the grounds. Tickets are required, and the museum is closed on Mondays. Taking a taxi from the nearest metro station is more convenient.
Opening hours
Tue–Sun, approx. 10:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya
- Safdarjung's Tomb
- Dilli Haat (INA)
- Hauz Khas Complex & Village
- Rashtrapati Bhavan
- Gandhi Smriti
- Lodhi Garden
- Kartavya Path