The Museu Nacional Ferroviário in Entroncamento presents more than 160 years of railway history in Portugal, with a collection that ranges from rolling stock to ticketing objects. Its location at the railway complex makes it a natural stop for exploring Entroncamento’s connection to the railways.
- Location: Complexo Ferroviário do Entroncamento, Rua Eng. Ferreira de Mesquita, nº 1 A, 2330-152 Entroncamento.
- Typical opening pattern: Tuesday to Sunday, 10:30–17:30; last entry is at 16:30.
- Free-visit tickets: €6 for ages 18–64, with reduced prices for other age groups.
- From Made Inn: Allow about 7 minutes on foot to reach the museum from Made Inn rooms in Entroncamento.
Where is the railway museum in Entroncamento?
The railway museum is at Complexo Ferroviário do Entroncamento, at Rua Eng. Ferreira de Mesquita, nº 1 A. It is a few minutes’ walk from Entroncamento railway station, making it straightforward to include on a rail journey through the town.
Entroncamento is served by the Norte and Beira Baixa railway lines, as well as the Ramal de Tomar and Linha do Leste. From the station, walk along the platform towards the overpass and follow the signs to the museum entrance.
What can you see at the Museu Nacional Ferroviário?
The collection spans railway vehicles and the everyday objects used to run Portugal’s railways. The museum says it holds around 36,000 objects, including rolling stock, tariffs and ticketing items.
Two notable trains connect railway history with the country’s public life. The Royal Train was bought by Companhia de Caminhos de Ferro do Sul to carry the Portuguese Royal Family between Barreiro and Vila Viçosa. The six-car Presidential Train accommodated heads of state and their retinues on journeys around Portugal between 1910 and 1970.
Audio guides are available in Portuguese, English, Spanish, French, German and Japanese, giving you another way to follow the collection at your own pace.
How do you plan a visit?
The museum is open Tuesday to Sunday from 10:30 to 17:30, with last entry at 16:30. It closes on New Year’s Day, Easter Sunday, May 1 and Christmas Day. Opening hours and prices can change, so check the official site before you go.
For a free visit, tickets cost €3 for ages 6–17, €6 for ages 18–64 and €4 for visitors aged 65 or older; children aged 5 or younger enter free. A family pass is €15 and covers two tickets for ages 18–64 and two for ages 6–17.
Guided-visit tickets cost €2 for children aged 5 or younger, €5 for ages 6–17, €8 for ages 18–64 and €4.50 for visitors aged 65 or older. The guided-visit family pass costs €21 and covers two tickets for ages 18–64 and two for ages 6–17.
Students can get free-visit tickets for €3 or guided-visit tickets for €5 by showing proof of student status. Unemployed visitors can get free-visit tickets for €3 or guided-visit tickets for €4 by presenting an IEFP certificate.
Tickets are valid for the whole day, and you can leave and return by showing your ticket. The museum has lockers at reception, restrooms with baby-changing stations, a baby-feeding and breastfeeding area, a shop and a first-aid kit. Wheelchairs are available on request at reception; the museum states that it does not have adult changing tables.
How do you get to the railway museum?
If you are arriving by train, follow the station-platform route towards the overpass, then use the signs for the museum entrance.
If you are driving, take the A23 exit marked “Entroncamento Norte,” head towards the city centre and follow signs for “Museu Nacional Ferroviário.” The museum also reports ramps, elevators, an accessible visitor route, accessible parking near the entrance, wheelchair-accessible toilets, staff assistance and guide-dog access. A platform lift allows visitors to view inside specific trains.
FAQs
How long does a visit take?
Tickets are valid for the whole day, and you may leave and return by showing your ticket.
Are audio guides available in English?
Yes. Audio guides are available in English, along with Portuguese, Spanish, French, German and Japanese.
Can visitors with mobility needs access the museum?
The museum reports an accessible visitor route, ramps and elevators. Wheelchairs are available on request at reception.