B&O Railroad Museum, Baltimore

It was interesting with a tour guide. No coat for this. Several retired guys happy to tell you about it. I am not a train collector, but I like history and machinery. Lots of displays. Several things you can get in. Kids would really enjoy. Teenagers are 50/50. Recommend by someone that had 2 teens and they really enjoyed it. It is very close to the baseball and football stadium. Safe & free parking inside the gate. Discounts for teens, kids and seniors. Would have liked a few more videos or audio.

Highly recommended for families with small children. I took my two toddlers and they enjoyed themselves. While there were many displays that were off limits, I appreciated the inclusion of trains that we could enter and view. The small reading/train set nook for toddlers and young kids is a nice addition. There is also a small playground outside where kids can burn off energy. There's also a replica train set of the Maryland train system but it wasn't running when we visited. I was probably more disappointed than the kids, though! The 20-minute train ride wasn't the most exciting, but it's a memorable experience for the little ones. The differences between "first class" and "coach" are negligible - if you're looking to save, go with coach. In all, this is a great museum and learning experience for the entire family. It'll take about an hour to 1.5 hours to take it all in. Enjoy!

All the kids love the scale model city with working trains and I have to admit we loved it too. Finding all the details were fun and kept my toddler transfixed for 20 mins (which is a long time). There’s a small trains set as well as a small play area outside for kids. The old trains are pretty cool to see and walking through them transported us back to those days and even though some of the trains were musty, it added to the authenticity of how old they were. Staff were helpful and the cafe is small but has hot dogs, snacks and pretzels and lots of drink options. Randomly they have an old jug with a deer park water label that made me Google how long they’ve been around… Also there’s plenty of parking.

It's definitely a place for kids. The history of it all is for the parents. The reason I give it four stars is because the train ride isn't worth it. The price nor the ride itself. The ride is very short and because it's located in Baltimore, it's nothing awe-inspiring. Other than that, it's a great museum, even let's u walk through a train or two. I didn't go to the Cafe so I don't know what they serve. 4 stars definitely.

Lots of fun for kids! We came here with my young kids and my in laws. The historical information was interesting for the older family members, and there was plenty of activities to keep the kids occupied. They had several wooden table trains to play with, books to read, outdoor playground and model train with buttons to push. The staff were all friendly and helpful! The museum is clean and well maintained, and was nicely decorated for the holidays. I would give another star but the price is a little steep, I think the train ride should at least be included.