All railway museums to visit in Chile

Make a historic journey through railway history at 3 museums in Chile dedicated to trains and railroads. These museums celebrate the development and impact of rail transport.

Are you a train enthusiast? Here are the best railway museums in Chile:

  1. Museo Nacional Ferroviario Pablo Neruda1

    Museo Nacional Ferroviario Pablo Neruda

     Temuco
    The Pablo Neruda Railway Museum in Temuco is a significant historical site located in the Araucanía Region of Chile. It is situated on Barros Arana Street, nestled between Valparaíso and Bascuñán in the city of Temuco. The museum houses the Temuco Machine House, a national monument that adds to the historical significance of the location.
  2. Railway Museum2

    Railway Museum

     Santiago
    The Santiago Railway Museum is situated in the Quinta Normal Park, a popular urban park in the capital city of Chile. This location makes it easily accessible for tourists visiting Santiago, offering a unique opportunity to explore the rich railway history of the country amidst the tranquility of a beautiful park.
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    Museo Municipal de Mejillones

     Mejillones
    The Museo Municipal de Mejillones is a museum that focuses on history and natural history. It is situated in the Chilean commune of Mejillones, which is part of the Antofagasta Region. The museum was inaugurated in 1979 and was originally known as the Museo del Mar due to its initial focus on marine life. However, it is now known as the Museo Histórico y Natural de Mejillones due to the expansion and refocusing of its museographic script in 1997.